LMGI COMPASS
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Winter 2023
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Topanga Canyon is known
for its natural beauty and
remoteness, attracting
musicians and artists
throughout the decades.
On November 13, LMGI
members were wined,
dined and given a special
tour of one of the canyon's
more spectacular
locations—Elsewhere.
The evening kicked off
with an exquisite meal by
chef Cean and concluded
with Vinyl DJ in the Grand
Hall—a breathtaking
opulent open space filled
with extravagant vintage
furniture, and a 50-person
dining table befitting a
noble feast.
Nestled among 100-year-
old oaks, the magical
compound includes a main
residence, a barn, guest
houses and boho gypsy
carriages, all set amongst
deer trails and gardens.
Offering numerous "looks,"
it has been a favorite for
film shoots and now hosts
overnight stays for the
public.
For more details and
images, please visit
their website at https://
elsewherecalifornia.com
the sun streaming through
the clear glass windows,
and creating an outside-
covered arcade and gigantic
castle doors leading into
the space. "This 'shoot
zone' is off the street
and can play for so many
things—shop windows,
the interior and exterior
of a restaurant—the
imagination is the limit!"
says Cohn. "With the help
of the city, I have taken the
pain out of getting a permit
and can also offer support
spaces and some parking
on property."
Closed for almost six years
during the construction,
Cohn planned the event
with the LMGI to reconnect
with location professionals
he has known for more
than 20 years and to also
meet new ones. The brunch
featured an Australian
barbecue, a bountiful
Armenian buffet, a coffee
station and an open bar in
the outside arcade.
Cohn says, "I want to say
to all my friends in the
location community: 'We
are back!"'
Call or text Peter at
310.489.7801 or email
solarstudios@gmail.com
A Hidden Treasure in Topanga
L-R: Erika Howard, LMGI administrative manager, Beth Tate/LMGI, Jackson
Jones' guest, Jackson Jones/LMGI, Alison Taylor/LMGI, Alasdair Boyd/LMGI
