Showrunner Mara Brock Akil infused her new Netflix show 'Forever' with the spirit of L.A., including in the set design. The affluent Edwards home houses art from several local Black artists.

“I’m from a small gray rainy town in England so put me in L.A. and I’m blown away,” Townley tells Los Angeles. “It’s like a big love letter to L.A. from a foreigner.” The artist ...