Hello. My name is Van. I create pictures. Both still and motion. Pictures that tell stories.

I'm known for being a natural leader, a mentor, a team builder, a story teller, a collaborator, an innovator, the trail blazer, your supporter, the brand builder, a good listener and inspirational creator who uses art to communicate and delivers results that shape the future.

Did you know eclectic decor is having a moment? More than ever, people are curating pieces that reflect their personal tastes—even if they don’t perfectly match. Interior design is becoming less rigid and more adventurous. There are no strict rules. So go for what you love, get bold with your wall art, and (if I may) take a peek at my online gallery—you might just find something that speaks to you! Featured: “Diamonds DTLA” Emerald green building behind the Diamond's wholesale sign in Los Angeles Jewelry District #diamondsdtla #buildings #green #city #losangeles #diamonds #emeraldcity #jewelrydistrict #vanurfalian #vanurfalianphotographs

Last day! ⏳ With less than two weeks until Mother’s Day, order today during the final hours of my sale to make sure your gift arrives on time—and at a great price. Use code MOTHER at checkout for 30% off! Celebrate the amazing moms in your life with a meaningful gift from an independent artist—something they can incorporate into their space and enjoy every day. Featured: “Freeway Series "Wet Lights" No.2” #freewayserieswetlightsno2 #vanurfalian #vanurfalianphotographs

"Los Angeles International Airport "LAX No.3"" // Link in bio. In 2000, the LAX Gateway Pylons were added as part of a beautification effort. These 26 internally illuminated wonders have greeted my arrival ever since.

My 30% off deal ends tomorrow, and Mother’s Day is now less than two weeks away! Order now to make sure your gift arrives on time. Just use code MOTHER at checkout. Artwork from an independent artist is meaningful, supports the art community, and is something you can cherish forever. Featured: “Crossing Broadway” Urban street corner intersection crosswalk is accessible to everyone in DTLA. #crossingbroadway #urban #street #photography #bw #crosswalk #graffiti #intersection #disabled #wheelchair #vanurfalian #vanurfalianphotographs

We’re officially two weeks away from Mother’s Day—but there’s still time to get your order in! Plus, you can get 30% off with code MOTHER at checkout. Artwork by an independent artist is meaningful and thoughtful. It’s unexpected, special, and a beautiful way to honor the moms in your life. Featured: “Los Angeles International Airport "LAX No.6"” The Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is an iconic cultural and historic landmark. From the original design in 1959 by Pereira & Luckman Architects, with the "Theme Building" space age Encounter Restaurant all the way to today's modernization project currently underway. I first flew in to LAX in 1979 and have been a frequent visitor ever since. Watching it change and evolve over the years, my experiences there are a part of why I love LA so much. The style of photography for this series is a combination of vintage era proper Nikkor lenses with a modern digital Sony camera, creating a fitting image. The blue and red color split came about during the editing process and I found that is gave a sense of the past meeting the future within a single frame. #losangelesinternationalairportlaxno6 #architecture #aviation #blue #clouds #red #travel #lights #airport #classic #flying #losangeles #stormysky #plane #la #palmtrees #cargo #lax #losangelesinternationalairport #flywithme #fedex #vanurfalian #vanurfalianphotographs

☕ Some art to enjoy along with your morning routine. 🌱 Downtown Los Angeles is great for street photography. Combing historic buildings and interesting people, this black and white photograph captures a moment of everyday life. Crossing the street early on a crisp March morning, with the help of a cane.

A lot of heart goes into my artwork. Being an independent artist is incredibly rewarding, and in a world of mass-produced goods, I’m proud to offer something truly special to those who support my journey. Consider artwork for Mother's Day—a sincere, meaningful way to give yourself or your loved ones something they can enjoy every day. Need help or have questions? Shoot me a message! If you’d rather browse on your own, no worries—just use code MOTHER for 30% off in my online art gallery. Featured: “Freeway Series "Wet Lights" No.1” #freewayserieswetlightsno1 #vanurfalian #vanurfalianphotographs

Reminder: You can use code MOTHER to get 30% off anything in my online art gallery! If it’s not for a mom, don’t worry—I won’t tell. 😉 But don’t forget, Mother’s Day is May 11th, and it’s coming up fast! Featured: “Freeway Series "Night No.6" Downtown Los Angeles” #freewayseriesnightno6downtownlosangeles #vanurfalian #vanurfalianphotographs

Your space should tell your story. 📖 Artwork makes the difference. 🖼️ Pictured: “Freeway Series "Night No.2" Downtown Los Angeles” Second in the Freeway Series "Night" collection of photographs. Energy at night is vibrating in Los Angeles. Using a slow shutter on the Leica camera helps me to capture the movement of lights and shadows all around me. #freewayseriesnightno2downtownlosangeles #city #urban #downtown #motion #losangeles #energy #nightphotography #vibration #vanurfalian #vanurfalianphotographs

What if you could save time shopping and still find the most meaningful Mother’s Day treasure? The answer: artwork. 🖼️ The best buys are the ones you enjoy every day that spark conversation and make every home tour a little more special. Art from an independent artist checks all the boxes. Take a scroll through my gallery, find something you love, and use code MOTHER to get 30% off. Make this Mother’s Day a special one! (It's coming up fast.) Featured: “Wurlitzer Building DTLA” The Wurlitzer Building on Broadway in downtown Los Angeles is an architectural treasure, photographed with my Leica camera in black and white with dramatic lighting and long shadows across the facade. #wurlitzerbuildingdtla #architecture #blackandwhite #city #urban #photography #shadows #building #streetphotography #wurlitzerbuilding #downtownlosangeles #vanurfalian #vanurfalianphotographs

Have you thought about the fur baby moms in your life for Mother’s Day? What about grandmothers, godparents, or mothers-in-law? Whoever the special person in your life is (hey, maybe it’s even yourself!), have you considered artwork as a gift? Artwork can be enjoyed all year round. Wherever it’s displayed, it becomes a reminder of a meaningful gift exchange and a happy Mother’s Day. The gift of artwork can be cherished for generations. Take a look! With 30% off, the price might surprise you—just use code MOTHER at checkout. Featured: “"Jesus Saves" No.1” #jesussavesno1 #vanurfalian #vanurfalianphotographs

Let’s talk about Mother’s Day, my special deal, and why artwork makes the perfect gift! Artwork from an independent artist is unique because it becomes part of the space in which it resides. This provides something the recipient can reflect on and enjoy every day. It’s meaningful, thoughtful, and even a little unexpected. I’d be honored to be part of your Mother’s Day. That’s why I’m offering 30% off in my online gallery with code MOTHER—but only for a little while longer! Featured: ““UP IN THE AIR” No.1 RIGHT Panel” Storm clouds over Los Angeles photographed in black and white. Part of a diptych. #upintheairno1rightpanel #blackandwhite #storm #clouds #losangeles #vanurfalian #vanurfalianphotographs

This is your friendly reminder—I’m offering 30% off with code MOTHER to help you find something special and memorable! Mother’s Day will be here in a few short weeks, so take a look now to make sure your artwork arrives in time. Featured: “One Way Stop Light DTLA” Red stop light on a busy one way street #onewaystoplightdtla #red #city #street #crosswalk #losangeles #stormysky #stoplight #oneway #redlight #vanurfalian #vanurfalianphotographs

"Freeway Series Downtown Los Angeles": Link in bio. Driving is a way of life in Los Angeles, and The 101 Freeway connects to Downtown. This is my route to the studio everyday, and on an overcast day with a plane barely visible in the sky is a rare sight.

I’m always looking for collaborators—if you display my art, we’re already a team! I create it, and you decide where it belongs. Mother’s Day is coming up! Moms are special, and I want to collaborate with them and you! This important time of year is just around the corner, so take 30% off with code MOTHER and let’s create a meaningful collab to be enjoyed all year, every year! Featured: “Los Angeles International Airport "LAX No.1"” The Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is an iconic cultural and historic landmark. From the original design in 1959 by Pereira & Luckman Architects, with the "Theme Building" space age Encounter Restaurant all the way to today's modernization project currently underway. I first flew in to LAX in 1979 and have been a frequent visitor ever since. Watching it change and evolve over the years, my experiences there are a part of why I love LA so much. The style of photography for this series is a combination of vintage era proper Nikkor lenses with a modern digital Sony camera, creating a fitting image. The blue and red color split came about during the editing process and I found that is gave a sense of the past meeting the future within a single frame. #losangelesinternationalairportlaxno1 #architecture #aviation #blue #red #travel #lights #airport #classic #flying #losangeles #la #lax #losangelesinternationalairport #flywithme #vanurfalian #vanurfalianphotographs

Mother’s Day is less than a month away! Now’s the time to start looking for something special—and nothing is more thoughtful than artwork from an independent artist. To make it easier to get something for the mom in your life, use code MOTHER for 30% off everything in my online gallery. Start shopping now and make this Mother’s Day unforgettable with a gift you’ll both cherish for years to come. Featured: “The Eastern Building Detail No.1” The Eastern Building located just down the street from my studio in Downtown Los Angeles. #theeasternbuildingdetailno1 #photography #downtown #color #artdeco #losangeles #dtla #easterncolumbiabuilding #vanurfalian #vanurfalianphotographs

Just a quick reminder—I’m grateful for everyone who follows me, and I’m always happy to hear from you! If you have any questions about my work, what I offer, or even what you're looking for, let me know. I’m always happy to chat, offer suggestions, and help you find the perfect match from my collection. My comments and DMs are always open—I’d love to help you find the right artwork for your space! Featured Today: “Vans Store DTLA” The Van's store on Broadway in DTLA is of course a favorite spot of mine. Strong sunlight cutting across the front of the building sets off the textures. Photographed in classic black and white with my trusted Leica MP. #vansstoredtla #blackandwhite #city #urban #shoes #building #downtown #store #losangeles #streetphotography #flagship #vans #vanurfalian #vanurfalianphotographs

A simple change of wall art can transform a space. Ready for a refresh? 🍃 Urban street corner intersection crosswalk is accessible to everyone in DTLA. #crossingbroadway #urban #street #photography #bw #crosswalk #graffiti #intersection #disabled #wheelchair #vanurfalian #vanurfalianphotographs

Last Day! ⏳ Yesterday was World Art Day, and we’re celebrating until the clock strikes midnight! Get 25% off for a few more hours on everything in my online art gallery. There’s no better way to celebrate World Art Day than investing in artwork from an independent artist that you can enjoy for years to come. Use code GLOBE at checkout to get your discount before time runs out! Featured: “FREEWAY SERIES "THE 101 No.3"” The 101 Freeway on a beautiful morning with low clouds moving through Hollywood #freewayseriesthe101no3 #storm #clouds #road #sky #colorphotography #travel #losangeles #signs #overpass #101 #palmtrees #freeway #carscahuengablvd #centerdivider #vanurfalian #vanurfalianphotographs

It’s World Art Day! Art is a vital part of cultures worldwide, shaping everything from our homes to public spaces. In many global cities, art isn’t just decoration—it’s woven into a place's identity. Some of the special places we love, big and small, wouldn’t be the same without artwork. Here’s a little art for your feed to celebrate all the conversations and moments of inspiration created by art over the years. Want more? Browse my gallery and keep the celebration going! #8thstreetwheelie #bicycle #street #intersection #streetphotography #broadway #8th #wheelie #decisivemoment #vanurfalian #vanurfalianphotographs

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