NAPPYWOOD LA - Images by Fabian Lewkowicz

Nappywood La models strut down the Crescent Bay Park Pergola during the kick-off of Los Angeles Natural Hair Care Expo (Part of the Nappywood weekend LA.) on Friday, August 1, 2014. Nappywood represents a diverse community of individuals who love and support Natural Black hair. Events merge film, arts, culture, workshops and to educate and embrace natural hair and embrace Natural Afro hair. 

Omar Souleyman performs during the 30th Annual Twilight Concerts at the Santa Monica Pier on Thursday, July  31, 2014. 

The Slightlys, 2014 Winner of Rusty's Emerging Artist Competition, perform during the 30th Annual Twilight Concerts at the Santa Monica Pier on Thursday, July  31, 2014. #TwilightConcerts presented by #myspace

Four-time World Salsa Champion Cristian Oviedo, along with his partner, Maria Zhukovskaya, leads a dance class at Tongva Park on Wednesday, July 30, 2014.

People dance at the Santa Monica Pier during the inaugural Silent Frisco, a silent disco dance party at the west end with 2 DJs, wireless headphones, epic views and perfect weather on Sunday, July 27, 2014.

Arthur Murray Dance Center and Lorna Jane teach a dance class at Santa Monica Place during National Dance Day on Saturday, July 26, 2014. National Dance Day is an annual celebration that takes place on the last Saturday in July. This program encourages Americans to embrace dance as a fun and positive way to maintain good health and combat obesity. 

Tongva and Chumash Native American story-telling and craft workshops - Images by Fabian Lewkowicz

Ted Garcia and his brother Dennis tell stories and sing songs handed down through generations during the Tongva and Chumash Native American story-telling and craft workshops at Tongva Park on Saturday, July 26, 2014. The event featured hands-on workshops in soapstone and wood carving and the ancient art of using plants to create toys and games. 

Men play foosball at Santa Monica Pier during #JeepSummer celebration on Wednesday, July 23, 2014.