Ruth Fowler is a freelance writer and photographer in Los Angeles.
Venice Beach has undergone a reinvention, says resident Ruth Fowler
Ruth Fowler travels coast to coast by rail and discovers that, if you really want to get under the skin of the States, Amtrak is the way to go
Ruth Fowler: When female comedians strive to address issues that 'concern women', they quickly stop being funny
Ruth Fowler: In groups we look to others to lead the way in challenging abusive behaviour and when they don't, we stay silent and passive
Ruth Fowler: Mixed-race relationships are pretty common in Britain, but the necessary negotiation of cultural differences is fraught with complexity
Ruth Fowler: There I was, thinking I was just making a quick buck, when all the time I was illustrating that feminism is about choice
Ruth Fowler: There's no sense in an immigration system that penalises C-list celebrities whilst turning a blind eye to more obvious dangers
Ruth Fowler: All it takes is a scandal to bring out the ridiculous articles from self-important commentators on the 'sex trade'
