Photos by Jesse Miles

Santa Monica State Beach

Santa Monica State Beach

Jack Salvo lives in a condo overlooking the beach.

Jack Salvo lives in a condo overlooking the beach.

The view from Palisades Park, across the street from Jack’s place.

Smoke-enhanced sunset over Malibu.

Brushfire-enhanced sunset, as seen from Jack’s condo.

Smog-enhanced panorama.

Smog-enhanced panorama.

The Getty Museum, as seen from a spot that involves a seriously vertical hike.

The Getty Museum, as seen from a spot that involves a seriously vertical hike

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This photo was taken from a little-known corner of Laurel Canyon, from a ridge above the Wonderland Murders house.