When we think of Los Angeles, we often picture seemingly endless sunny skies, postmodern downtown skyscrapers, Hollywood, and beachy enclaves like Venice. But there’s also a mysterious, lurking side of Los Angeles popularized by legendary gangsters like Mickey Cohen and the hardboiled novels of Raymond Chandler, published between the 1930s and 1950s.For Emmy award-winning director and photographer Daniel Sackheim, this gritty, shadowy underbelly lends itself to a series of bold black-and-white photos that highlight the noir valence of this iconic hub. His forthcoming book, The City Unseen, leans into L.A.’s dualities, focusing on historic buildings, trains, and individuals walking through urban spaces.“900 EXPOSITION BLVD”Often silhouetted in patches of sunlight, Sackheim’s dramatically cinematic effects of deep shadows and crisp highlights suggest a kind of timelessness. Even the daytime shots feel eerily as if they could be shot during a full moon or amid uncanny artificial light. In a city that is both contemporary and steeped in history, “Sackheim’s journey through these urban spaces is a testament to the paradox of the night, where stillness and trepidation walk hand in hand,” says a statement.The City Unseen is slated for release on May 12. Find your copy from Hat & Beard Press, and see more of Sackheim’s work on Instagram.“LOWER GRAND AVENUE”“OMOIDE YOKOCHO”“936 WEST FLORANCE AVE”“SOUTH BROADWAY AT 1ST ST”“12601 VENTURA BLVD”“842 SOUTH BROADWAY”Do stories and artists like this matter to you? Become a Colossal Member today and support independent arts publishing for as little as $7 per month. The article Daniel Sackheim Traverses Los Angeles’ Noir Side in ‘The City Unseen’ appeared first on Colossal.