VIVACHE DESIGNS

(4 reviews)

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!

Pow! Wow! Long Beach

(4 reviews)

Summertime in the LBC. The weeklong public mural festival has been renamed Long Beach Walls and…read moreArt Renzei. Read all about it here: https://lbpost.com/hi-lo/pow-wow-is-now-long-beach-walls-heres-your-guide-to-the-colorful-mural-festival https://www.longbeachwalls.com/ https://www.artrenzei.com/ https://www.instagram.com/longbeach_walls/ There are events centered around this week. One past year, Sun Bum (sunscreen) was a sponsor and held an event at the beach that ended in a movie showing. Some year before that, KCRW held a party in collaboration. This last time, I joined in the free yoga session (with RSVP). Led by Pedal Movement, bike tours are held during this time to visit the murals. The run club I'm involved in throws a couple of the murals in the downtown area being worked on into the running route during this time. Volunteer opportunities are available (such as being on site with the artist making sure they have what they need.) Look out for it next summer!

"Pow! It's the impact that art has on a person. Wow! It's reaction that art has on a viewer."…read morePowWow - a gathering that celebrates culture, music and art. The weeklong event that originated in Hawaii has expanded out to other parts of the country and world, including its 5th year in Long Beach. I was a bit disappointed the first year or so because they brought in a lot of outside artists when there are so many talented ones here. It also seems as if there is little collaboration between the artists and the places they paint. Businesses offer their walls and artists are given the freedom to create whatever inspires them at the time. Sometimes, the pieces seem random, whereas, others perfectly reflect the feel of the establishments. This year, I was happy to see a lot more local artists represented in the community. Some of them even took the time to collaborate with either the business or Parks & Rec to design pieces that emulate the nature of the places. I live close to Drake Park and was happy to see 3 artists beautifying it by adding more color and character. By request from neighborhood folks, Crisselle Mendiola and Jason Keam added butterflies to match the playground while Bodeck Luna depicted young people shooting hoops along the wall facing the basketball court. Another highlight from Pow! Wow! Long Beach was the closing party in the Promenade. I absolutely loved that KCRW DJs Mathieu Shreyer and Anthony Valadez came and served us some eclectic dance music. I can't wait to see what's in store next year!

Mambas Mural

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

Puff of Wind

Sitting below The Long Beach Museum's charming café, one can view the elusive movable sculpture…read more"Puff of Wind". Here is its story as printed in the local news and on YouTube: https://www.gazettes.com/entertainment/arts/outdoor-art-sails-into-long-beach/article_95a56070-6448-11eb-a1bb-03404587afa9.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lP0v6pDUWrk

Peace & Love

Iconic statue done in stainless steel by Ringo Starr and donated to Beverly Hills. All you need is…read morelove.....and peace. Good place for a selfie.

Randyland

(117 reviews)

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%.

The Great Wall of Los Angeles

4.5

(51 reviews)

If you are a lover of both history and art, take some time to go over to Burbank Blvd. and…read moreColdwater Canyon in Van Nuys and walk the length of the Great Wall of Los Angeles. Told in a series of murals, the Great Wall of LA tours you through time. The Dust Bowl...The Zoot Suit Riots...World War II...Rosie the Riveter...the Japanese internment camps...the Baby Boomer era...the era of covered wagons...The Gold Rush... all are depicted in beauty and tragedy alike. There is so much history here told in art that I cannot write it all out. Go for yourself and see how much you know -- how much you learn.

The great wall of LA spans, many yards. I don't know how long distances really, but it goes on for…read morea long time and has a lot of different paintings murals in pitchers in the school to check out.

Tic Toc Murals

Seth is amazing and I will hire him for every future painting job in my child's room. His attention…read moreto detail and artistic talent are extraordinary. I felt completely at ease having Seth in my home even during a pandemic as he took additional precautions and made sure to seclude himself in the room while I still had full access to the rest of my home. The murals he did completely changed my boring office into the nursery of my dreams. I highly recommend using tic tic murals as you will not be disappointed.

From the owner: Tic Toc Murals creates custom hand painted murals of any subject matter for homes or businesses. We…read morealso do custom faux finish for walls and ceilings and any size custom art on canvas.

Mariposa Alley

4.6

(18 reviews)

Such a cute concept with spaces being utilized throughout the area. Think of the gum alley in…read moredowntown SLO town or Seattle. Here in downtown Riverside, you have Mariposa Alley (Butterflies). During lunch we were trying to figure out what was around the area that was worth checking out. This popped up and was a 2 minute walk away. Just around the corner from Main Street next to a parking structure. It's a small little alley way that house all the fun cute butterflies hanging off the wall. The same concept as Collette Miller with the famous Angel wings scattered all over the place. One side of the wall is a massive mural of butterflies and flowers while the opposite side are butterflies. All different sizes and shapes hanging off the wall. You have the colorful wings lower down for that perfect photo op as well as smaller one hanging off the wall. A cute little walkway that's hidden off the Main Street. It's tucked in between the parking structure and city hall. A fun photo spot that's well maintained and clean. Alleyway was not messy one bit and in pretty good shape and clean.

A literally breath of fresh air in the middle of the city. While in town this week I decided to…read morewalk the city instead of drive. Lucky for me I found not only this beautiful alley, but so much more. There are many photo ops here and if you have someone with you even more shots possible. The alley is clean and easily accessible. Smack dab in the middle of downtown surrounded by shops and restaurants. A great stop if you love street art, butterflies or looking for something free and fun to do!

Wall Art by Allyson

(13 reviews)

Amazing service and great work. We had a mural done to fix our original design. Allyson did an…read moreamazing job!!! We are super happy. Responsive and quality work

Allison was wonderful in the planning and painting! We love the result and would definitely work…read morewith her again.

Alfredos Drywall and Plaster

(222 reviews)

I can't say enough good things about the work we had done after a major leak at our home in Santa…read moreClarita. What started as a stressful situation turned into a smooth and surprisingly positive experience thanks to this contractor. He handled everything from insulation to drywall repair and repainting, and the quality of the work is outstanding. The drywall looks flawless--you'd never even know there was damage to begin with--and the paint job came out clean, even, and professional throughout the entire area. What really stood out was his attention to detail and communication. He kept me updated every step of the way, showed up on time, and made sure everything was done right, not rushed. He also took the time to protect the surrounding areas and left the space clean when the job was finished, which I really appreciated. If you're in Santa Clarita and need any drywall, insulation, or paint work--especially after something like water damage--I highly recommend him. It's not easy to find someone this reliable and skilled. Definitely someone I would hire again without hesitation.

Alfredo was so professional and did a great job! He showed up on time and did good work.read more

Color Images Copy & Print

(1.1k reviews)

Back again for our banquet program and ColorImages met the challenge plus! What makes this time…read morememorable for us and telling of their business was a last, last minute issue we found (our fault) that required the quickest reprint! We panicked - They handled it! A mark of a good business, for me, is when they can meet my needs seemlessly and consistently - the mark of a GREAT business is one that can pivot in my panic and come through for me to deliver exactly what I need without any extra stress. ColorImages proved to me to be a great business! Thank you ColorImages!

Fast and excellent. There's a reason they have the high ratings. They deserve it. Can't recommend…read morethem more. Got a massive order done for us in record time at a fab price.

SkipNServe Process Server Service

(731 reviews)

We are deeply grateful for Chris' outstanding help during a very difficult part of our case. From…read morethe beginning, he handled substituted service with skill, care, and a level of diligence that immediately gave us confidence. He prepared thorough declarations and Proofs of Service, paid close attention to the details that matter in litigation, and understood how to support the service in a way that would hold up under scrutiny. When service was challenged, he stood with us through multiple motions and rebuttals, helping us stay organized, focused, and prepared at every stage. What impressed us most was that Chris went far beyond what anyone would normally expect from a process server. He proactively obtained USPS address verification without being asked, and he helped us form and sharpen our filings so our arguments were clearer and stronger. He was thoughtful, responsive, and generous with his time, and he always approached the situation with professionalism and a real understanding of the legal issues involved. His guidance helped us present our position clearly and confidently in the hearings, and his support made a stressful process much more manageable. Chris was not just reliable -- he was truly exceptional. We cannot recommend him highly enough, whether you are plaintiffs in pro per like us or professionals in law. If you need someone who is knowledgeable, proactive, meticulous, and genuinely committed to doing excellent work, Chris is exactly the person you want on your side.

We had a very evasive, house-hopping, freelance-gig-working defendant whose forwarding address was…read moreincomplete, and we were extremely concerned about whether we would be able to get him properly served before our hearing. I talked to several process servers and explained all our struggles and difficulties. I asked each of them how they would handle the situation if our defendant proved impossible to serve after trying. Chris's answer to that question was a confident laugh and, "I will have him served." That's why I went with him, and I am very happy I trusted my gut. Chris was able to take the limited clues and information we provided, track him down, and complete substituted service when personal service was not realistically possible. What impressed us most was not just that Chris got the defendant served, but what happened afterward. Close to the hearing, the defendant filed a Motion to Quash Service and also sent us a separate packet challenging the service that had not even been properly filed with the court. It was stressful and confusing, but Chris immediately stepped in, provided detailed records, explained the applicable small claims service rules, and helped us understand exactly how to respond. Chris was patient, responsive, knowledgeable, and incredibly thorough. He did not just serve the papers and disappear -- he stood behind his work and helped us deal with the defendant's attempt to challenge service. The judge ultimately denied the defendant's Motion to Quash and found the service to be valid and sufficient. Serving the defendant was the biggest hurdle in our case, and I am so happy Chris helped us get over it. Now that we've won the judgment, Chris is even guiding us on how to claim the service fee, as it's allowed to be recovered by law. We truly appreciate Chris' professionalism, fast response time, attention to detail, and endless patience in explaining the process when we were panicking. If you are dealing with an evasive defendant, a difficult service issue, or someone trying to avoid being served, I highly recommend Chris and SkipNServe.

BerryClean

4.7

(419 reviews)

BerryClean did an excellent job cleaning my house! I had them come do a deep clean to attack some…read moremuch neglected bathrooms and my kitchen appliances and they are sparkling! could not recommend the crew enough!

Absolutely spectacular! I've lived in my house eight years. I've never seen it so clean. I'm very…read moregrateful for the attention to detail. Even our vents and ceiling light fixtures were cleaned. I also did not realize I left high value jewelry on a table top. I'm so appreciative of the honesty and integrity of the staff. I signed up for a every four week service. Definitely looking forward to the next one!

West Coast Trial Lawyers

(617 reviews)

I want to thank Fernando for helping me with my lemon law case. Made the entire process simple and…read morekept me updated on any changes happening in the case. He even showed up to my vehicle surrender date to make sure I was compensated that same day. Highly recommend them if you need a lemon law lawyer.

Started working with them last year…read more Special thanks to Michael Fernando and Mark Gibson for helping me and being patient during the process. Thank you to the firm and I strongly recommend them.

Journeys To Heal

(197 reviews)

Dear Christine, I…read moredon't fully know what happened during that hypnotherapy session -- but at the same time, I do. When you told me my throat chakra was doing something strange, and said you felt my mother had taken my voice, something inside me shifted deeply. I truly believe I got my voice back that day. Since our session, I've noticed such a change in myself. I'm speaking up. I'm setting boundaries. No drama, no fear -- just honesty. For the first time in my life, I feel a sense of freedom from the bondage of staying silent and never really expressing myself. It's hard to put into words how profound that feels. I wanted to thank you from my heart for what you gave me. It feels life-changing. My funds are a little tight right now as I'm in the process of fully opening my store, but I absolutely want to continue working with you. I should have more availability financially soon. I just didn't want time to pass without telling you how grateful I am and how much this experience has meant to me. I love you so much, and I'll see you soon. With love and gratitude, Sonja

I've been going to Kristine for a few months and she has helped me tremendously! She is so warm and…read moreinviting, and she truly listens and gets to the core of what needs to be focused on. I highly recommend her services to those that want a holistic approach to overcoming obstacles and limiting beliefs to embrace their birth right.

White Light 26

(209 reviews)

Of course, I was a bit skeptical, like anyone might be for the first time doing this. But I already…read morefeel such an immense shift in my energy and mindset. And it has only been a couple hours since my first session. I came back home after this session to my sickly dog. I saw she had a service for pets on her website. I had texted her after my session: "Just thought I should let you know (and no rush or anything) but [my dog] has been shaking all day today in his back legs and lower back region He's had back problems before and the vet said they can only really act on emergencies just so worried for my baby." She responded, saying she will do his session in a bit. I didn't have to do anything. Just a couple minutes had gone by and his energy clearly shifted. It was unbelievable. I mean, he was immobile all day and just sad. Then all of a sudden, he's eating, walking around faster than he had been in a couple days, excited to go out. I am beyond amazed and so grateful to have had this experience and for my dog as well. I hope everyone and their pets who are going through anything find Soraya and experience her healing work. I feel so much gratitude and I am so glad to see my dog more active.

Soraya is an excellent reiki practitioner. She was able to schedule me in day of, and upon entering…read morethe door made me feel comfortable and at ease. I had been dealing with some gnarly energy problems, which she quickly understood and was able to address and help clear up during the session. With something like reiki, I think it makes a huge difference how a practitioner shows up in the practice - with regards to boundaries, intention, engagement, how skill is used, etc. Soraya's intelligence, intuitive abilities and kindness stood out to me and were greatly appreciated and felt. I plan to go back. Highly recommended.

Raffy Boulgourjian