Restoration, Recovery, Rebuilding
In case you missed it…
Altadena Photographers Vintage Camera Show happened October 25th at the Altadena Library
We lost our cameras, lenses, and equipment in the Eaton Fires. Let’s fix that!
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Altadena Photographers is a volunteer-driven organization created to help creatives recover from the Eaton Fire. Our community-powered registry allows photographers to list the gear they lost, while donors can step in to help replace it—either by gifting items or purchasing them directly. And yes, it’s tax-deductible!)
Photographers & Donors
If you lost everything in the Eaton fires, you’re not alone. So many photographers, videographers and film folks lost their gear to the LA fires. We want to help.
Register your needs on the app and browse what donors have added.
If you have a working camera, tripod, lighting equipment, or other photography gear collecting dust in your garage or closet, consider donating it to a photographer in need. Your generosity can help someone.
Together, we’re building community, restoring cameras, tripods, lighting equipment, and more—helping photographers recover and create again. We’re all in this together.
There are Angels out there.
Recovery takes time and that is all we have right now. We hear your stories of temporary housing, storage, cars lost and most of all your precious gear that burned in the LA fire. We know you worked so hard to get it. We may not replace “like for like” but we will get you some gear.
LA and beyond is here for you. Word is spreading and we continue to ask for help.
Photographers
Register to replace your lost gear
Altadena Photographers Exchange is free
If you lost your photography gear in the Eaton fires, we are so sorry. We hope we help. Sign up for the exchange.
Once your account is approved, you will be able to submit a list of your cameras and other camera accessories lost in the fire to share with donors who want to help.
Donors
Help heal broken hearts and start new stories.
Sign up today to donate to the camera replacement program for photographers affected by the wildfires.
Donors: Here is how you can help
- Help by donating camera equipment to victims of the
recent wildfires in Altadena. - Help by sharing the donation link with a fellow photographer.
- Help by donating money.
- Help by raising awareness and sharing our story.
Camera & Equipment Replacement
• Cameras (digital and/or film)
• Lenses, tripods, and accessories
• Lighting equipment
• Memory cards, hard drives, and computers for editing
• Film and darkroom supplies
Financial & Emotional Support
• Emergency relief funds for photographers
• Insurance claim assistance and advocacy
• Fundraising efforts
• Networking opportunities to regain lost clients and projects
Tax deductible!
Photography is how we see the world…
Let’s make sure no one has to stop creating.
“Photography is about more than just taking pictures—it’s about giving back, sharing stories, and rebuilding what was lost. Think in terms of what can be done, not what can’t.”
Gordon Parks
Nov 30, 1912 – March 7, 2006
Thank you for your support and generosity.
Gayle Nicholls-Ali, 2025
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