After the Eaton fire devastated Altadena, artist John Knuth reflects on the loss of his home and community. Known for its affordable homes and nature, many artists chose Altadena as their home. Knuth expresses a poignant sense of loss, not just for his studio space and materials, but for the neighborhood and community that supported his art. Despite the destruction, he emphasizes the resilience of creativity and the importance of home, illustrating the deep connection between one's art and their environment.
The vista is interrupted only by singed, leafless trees and free-standing stone and brick chimneys which, Knuth says, have become like gravestones.
Just as important as studio space and materials, they have found, are the reassuring foundations of home and community.
I can make art anywhere, Knuth says. I'm not worried about that.
Knuth considers himself lucky, comparatively. Last July, he signed the lease on a new studio, which was spared from the fire.
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