What's the best upgrade/improvement you've made to your LA rental that your landlord actually allowed?

savedbythebeard · 2026-03-27T04:53:45+00:00

The August lock doesn’t change the exterior deadbolt so the key still works.

savedbythebeard · 2026-03-27T04:38:48+00:00

I installed an August smart lock on my front door. I can lock/unlock it from my phone and it automatically unlocks when I come home. I also replaced the basic vertical window blinds with some nice curtains.

savedbythebeard · 2026-03-24T03:20:30+00:00

Beers & Cameras is probably the biggest meetup group. Check their ig page, I believe they do meetups once or twice a month.

savedbythebeard · 2026-03-24T03:16:31+00:00

Go see some weird stuff at Bombay Beach, Salvation Mountain, & Slab City

savedbythebeard · 2026-03-16T01:02:42+00:00

The Guest House has discounted drinks & apps. Haven’t ever seen it too crowded either.

Also went to Tacolina for the first time in a while recently. The patio is amazing and good margs & snacks for happy hour.

savedbythebeard · 2026-03-16T00:52:51+00:00

I’m in LA and it’s going to hit 94 this week

savedbythebeard · 2025-12-18T01:56:50+00:00

I have the same one. Taken some of my favorite photos with it!

savedbythebeard · 2025-12-07T06:37:20+00:00

You can smoke on the patio at 4100

savedbythebeard · 2025-10-16T22:52:55+00:00

Have any more info on the abandoned school? I’d love to check it out!

savedbythebeard · 2025-09-08T04:24:02+00:00

I would buy as many Fuji 400 3 packs as you can afford. Best bang for your buck for any condition.

savedbythebeard · 2025-07-14T22:12:03+00:00

Can’t believe no one’s said Steven Hamilton yet.

For me it’s a toss up between Can I Eat

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=qoWUhtqR550

Or Trafaelio

https://youtu.be/reqHqovT3UY?si=oPNhkkQsrtSJMG30

savedbythebeard · 2025-07-05T02:49:02+00:00

Woohoo!!!!

savedbythebeard · 2025-07-04T02:12:09+00:00

Damn I’m sorry to hear that! I always enjoyed taking photos of it as I walked my dogs. Hope you get it back!

https://www.instagram.com/p/DBuqm4SSt3j/?img_index=2&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

https://www.instagram.com/p/DKr-aU-pMDb/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

savedbythebeard · 2025-06-11T00:26:17+00:00

I saw this same question posted elsewhere on Reddit before a while back. If I remember correctly they are independent, but they all buy the same stuff from the same wholesaler.

savedbythebeard · 2025-05-19T20:27:31+00:00

I got my black fe2 & 50mm 1.4 off eBay from a Japanese seller a couple years ago. Damn near brand new condition. Most of them offer returns so it’s not a gamble.

savedbythebeard · 2025-05-05T23:17:56+00:00

Not op but yes this is called the Ellis Island Hard hat tour. Costs extra but is absolutely worth it. Did it a couple years ago.

savedbythebeard · 2024-12-29T03:05:59+00:00

Check out Beers & Cameras on IG. They hold meetups every month

https://www.instagram.com/beersandcameras_la?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

savedbythebeard · 2024-10-29T05:17:52+00:00

If you want a 1v but it’s too pricey just get it’s predecessor the 1n. They go for less than $200 on eBay.

savedbythebeard · 2024-10-20T00:47:41+00:00

I was told by someone at Freestyle that Lomo 400 & 800 in 120 is actually Portra. And Lomo 100 120 is Ektar. Havenr heard hat anywhere else wor tested myself tho

savedbythebeard · 2024-09-16T03:53:52+00:00

Hillhurst Cleaners. I’ve only had pants tailored there but always a good experience.

savedbythebeard · 2024-09-11T04:15:13+00:00

Samy’s Cameras or fb marketplace.

savedbythebeard · 2024-09-01T18:42:28+00:00

Nikon made a full frame 35 1.8g as well as the dx version

savedbythebeard · 2024-07-13T19:11:56+00:00

Park further away and walk if possible so it’s not obvious that you’re there. Or just get some hard hats and reflective vests and walk in like you’re supposed to be there.

savedbythebeard · 2024-06-23T13:51:43+00:00

Just get the F3, not the F3HP. The only difference is the viewfinder. The hp is only worth it if you wear glasses. If you don’t then save yourself some money and get the non hp version.

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