This is awesome public art display of a special tribute to Kobe Bryant and his daughter that…read moreunfortunately passed away in a plane crash in 2020. There are plenty of murals dedicated to them throughout the United States that are popping up over the years. I thought this was a wonderful display that pays tribute to them

It isn't every day I drive by a set of huge pair of Nintendo Remote Controllers! Also, if you are…read morefacing the remotes, you will see a large Rubik's Cube to the right! Such a flashback of some fun days my husband and I shared back in the 1980's. The Nintendo Entertainment System was our first gaming system! There isn't much to write about, but if you want to see these, come take a quick drive by! It isn't in the best part of town, but driving by here shouldn't be a problem!

I had seen this spot on yelp. Being lucky enough to grow up with a Nintendo game console years ago…read morethis is something I had to see for myself. This place is right off the 110 freeway and right past the train tracks on a corner. You can miss it if you have never been. But who can miss these giant controllers. Only down side is the location. Parking is kind of tough in this area I was lucky enough to find some close by. The installation is a cool sight to see if your into gaming or just for nostalgia sake. Not much to do but to soak it in and take pictures if you like. There is also a Rubik's cube and a Tetris replica which is all graffitied out. Ever in the neighborhood or want to take a drive check it out. It's one of those hidden gems in LA which is free. 1up!

Randyland is the best! It's unique and beautiful on its own, but to make the experience extra…read morespecial, you'll want to reach out to schedule a visit with Randy in person. Depending on the season and the weather, he'll be able to tell you what time of day is optimal for the best light. In my case, he responded quickly and made it so easy. I'm drawn to quirky people who are compelled to do something, do it well, and keep trying out new ideas simply because they love it. That's Randy in a nutshell, and his enthusiasm and creativity are infectious! You'll leave feeling inspired to see the world a little differently and to make your OWN art more often. Enjoy!

OK, I have had this place on my list of things to do for years. I saw it on Atlas Obscura and then…read moreI saw a video about it on YouTube. It was definitely worth the wait! What an amazing experience! Went with my sister, mom and dad on a Sunday afternoon. Beautiful light in October...beautiful light sculptures and what an interesting interaction with the universe. Randy was just a lovely individual. Like a really interesting, eccentric artist who just is behind what he is proffering 100%. Great talk. GREAT art. Great day. I really recommend it 100%.

[30/100] One of my…read morefavorite art galleries was on Winston Street. It was one of two reasons why my visits were so frequent around these parts, until it closed down a couple years ago and my visits turned into just passing through. Indian Alley has changed that, it piqued my interest. We live in interesting times. Social issues that I thought were only found in history books are repeating itself. Will we every learn? It's a compelling 300 feet walk. Pieces ranges from medium poster size to an entire wall. Content matter comments on the past, present and hopefully a better future. This isn't just a random alleyway turned canvas by a handful of artists. This alley has a lot Native American History. It stands both as a reminder and to raise awareness. I don't remember how I discovered this place online but i'm glad i did! There's a gate on the Winston side. It's an exit from the other side. It's possible that when These Days Gallery is open, the gate is also open but it's just a theory until my next visit. Most parking is metered with two or three free parking spots. My favorite piece is the War Paint piece. It's spray cans with a Native American Man on the label. It's to combat racism, oppression and colonization. It's also to open up the mind! It's colorful and striking! Tips: - Enter from Werdin Street, if you're planning to visit early. - There's free parking on Winston Street. - Be careful and try not to visit at night - Bring a camera and some friends, make it a day of exploring Downtown Los Angeles It's part of the LA's history, paying a visit won't be anything but beneficial!

Indian Alley is part of Skid Row, in which a portion of an alley hosts murals and sculptures that…read morecommemorate the American Indian community. I was really excited in checking out some of the murals, but was a little disappointed that there weren't much showcased on the walls. Also, the gate is locked overnight, so the best time to check this portion of the alley is later in the day. There's not much parking, but limited metered parking can be found around the area. +small portion of an alley that has murals +limited metered street parking

Playhouse Plaza underground parking structure is conveniently located right across the street from…read morePasadena Playhouse and next to Basecamp Fitness. It's very spacious, very well lit, and very clean which is fantastic. There are multiple levels of parking available... I think at least two levels. One entrance only and one exit only which is the same as where the entrance is located. As you're exiting, you may hear some beeping noises. Don't worry... it's to alarm the pedestrians that there is a car at or near the exit. Or the other way around... it helps both parties either way. Thanks Playhouse Plaza for the extra attention and care for people! Some of the nearby businesses such as Basecamp and The Stand do validate for a minimum of 75 mins. I'm not sure if the Pasadena Playhouse validates so do find out before heading here. Nevertheless, parking cost is still very reasonable without validation. Perfect spot to park if you plan to walk around Pasadena. It's only one block south of Colorado Blvd. Happy Pasadena Parking!

Nice structure, and I'm sure there are some nice businesses to explore here. The problem I have…read morehere is the parking. The entrance to the parking has a sign stand which shows $5. I was a little suspicious about it, but couldn't find any official signs on their parking rates. When I left, I was charged $10.50. I asked the attendant why I was charged this rate, but the sign shows $5, and he said that's a flat rate that only applies if you enter the structure BEFORE 10am, and exit BEFORE 5pm. This place definitely needs more straightforward signage.

Awesome mural in Chinatown behind the Bruce Lee statue!…read more There are too many cookie cutter buildings popping up all over Los Angeles. Michael adds great flavor and brings back the art and soul of the city of angels! I hope to see more of his work in the future!

I no longer fear going to the crash site It is now a beautiful light pole done by Michael Che…read moreRomero of Vivache Designs, he was able to express all of what Valentina was and is! Among unicorns Mermaids and the stars #ValAunicornLover #3Stars To see the full story visit his website at Www.Vivachedesigns.com

One of the two tunnels that go under Wilshire (the one closer to Park View Street) connecting the…read moretwo halves of MacArthur Park, is covered in 10 graffiti-style murals promoting education, music, Christianity, clean and sober living, and achieving dreams. Some of the murals are a bit horrific, showing a woman seemingly poisoning her child with drugs and skeletal people chained by poverty. The murals are all vibrant, and most of the people who go through the tunnel tend to ignore the art. When Brandon D. and I walked through and started taking pictures, it was then that others stopped to look. A couple of men remarked that they never really paid attention to the art on the walls before. Since this is a tunnel, the murals can be hard to see, even during the day when bright light floods the passage. The paint that was used is somewhat shiny, so it further makes it difficult to see from certain angles. However, looking down the tunnel from the lake side before sunset is glorious as all the colors pop from that angle. Graffiti art has this stigma attached, and really it's a vivid and versatile form. Glad to see someone's putting it toward positive messages.

You can find these sculptures by Peter Shelton on LAPD's property on Spring St between 1st and 2nd…read more The six elephantine figures are flanked by two tall monkeys on each end of the promenade. It's easy to miss the monkeys since they're partially hidden by maple trees. You can't miss the large black elephantine figures though. A couple are on their side, the others upright. Too bad there's no sign explaining the name of the piece and the artist. I don't think the sculptures look like "cow splat" at all, as the then LAPD Commissioner described it when they were first installed in 2009. They look more like elephants to me in different repose. Go see it if you're in the area!