Pali-Altadena Collective

WHat is the Project?

A community-driven art initiative inviting those impacted by the 2025 fire to share memories, words, and images—brought to life through the work of artists in the form of living digital archives and handcrafted miniature dioramas.

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Our towns

Palisades and Altadena—two distinct towns united by the devastation of separate fires—now come together through shared memory, storytelling, and a collective vision to rebuild with resilience and art.

founder

Founded by Luca Hanazawa Dal Bello, this project began as a personal tribute to memory and has grown into a collective effort to preserve, heal, and rebuild through art.

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our mission

Our mission is to honor the spirit of our fire-impacted community by connecting residents through shared memories, personal stories, and collaborative art. By pairing community-submitted experiences with the creative vision of artists, we aim to preserve the past, heal through expression, and help rebuild a stronger, more united future—one rooted in fire-resilient homes and hope. Through this living digital gallery and a physical exhibition planned for 2026, we celebrate the beauty of belonging and the power of art to bring people together.

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ATAM after school, birthday parties, and summer camp—truly unforgettable. This is where I spent most of my afternoons with Anthony, trying everything from music to 3D printing. We made so many friends, built wild things, and laughed a lot. A pl

This was 881 Alma Real before the renovation—home to ATAM, Gerry Blanck’s dojo, test prep classrooms, the dental office, and the Palisadian-Post. The fire took the building, but not the memories. It was more than just a corner—it wa

Won this giant trophy when I was a kid 🏆 Gerry Blanck’s Martial Arts was my first real community after moving from NY. It was in the Alma Real building—and felt so welcoming, so proud, so strong. 43 years in the Palisades and still kicki

This Starbucks sat inside a historic 1924 building in Palisades Village—a beloved landmark. I used to grab breakfast here before school. There was once a children’s clothing store, and we’d head to Subway or Café Vida tucked

Pali Rec basketball—where I met friends I’d keep running into, even after we evacuated to Manhattan Beach. Now we go to Loyola together. Funny how lifetime bonds start with pickup games and shared courts. 🏀 #PaliRec #MiniatureMemory #Pal

The Reel Inn. A Malibu classic, reimagined in miniature.

This spot wasn’t just a seafood shack—it was a ritual. After beach days, post-surf bites, sunset dinners with sandy feet. Somehow always casual, always comforting.

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Endless drives up the coast, chasing waves at Paradise Cove with friends. Malibu, Topanga, Palisades—this stretch of road holds more than ocean views. It holds our childhoods. 🌊🚗 #PalisadesCollective #ParadiseCove #MiniatureMemory #MalibuCoas

Against all odds, this little blue VW survived the Palisades Fire—untouched, while everything around it turned to ash. Now known as “Azul,” it’s a symbol of resilience, memory, and hope. A reminder that not everything was lost

Toppings was more than dessert—it was where we went after baseball, late-night study breaks, Sunday market strolls. Losing it to the fire hurts, but the memories live on. This was the heart of Palisades. We’re so grateful for the joy it b

I was treated here when I was a kid—still remember that visit like it was yesterday. The Palisades fire took their building, but not their heart. They’ve relocated to Brentwood for now, and I know they’ll be back. This team is all l