"Venice, Holy Ground" is an on-going exploration of Venice Beach, California by photographer Benjamin Newman. The series captures the diverse and often harsh reality of this iconic neighborhood, where artists, vagabonds, grifters, runaways, and drug addicts all come together to create a unique and eclectic community. The series captures the duality of Venice Beach, revealing both its beauty and its challenges, showcasing the raw and unapologetic spirit of this holy ground for outcasts and rebels.