Strolling through downtown Walnut Creek, I felt the unmistakable pull of destiny--a dinosaur-sized…read morehunch that something primal was calling. And there it was, the RAWR sculpture by artist Joyce Hsu, standing tall and proud like a raptor with a degree in modern art. It's as if the spirit of Jurassic Park whispered to Hsu: "What if dinosaurs weren't extinct, just... fabulous?" This T-Rex channels more sass than menace, its metallic frame a shimmering reminder that life, much like art, finds a way. The craftsmanship is impressive, its industrial skeleton begging for a caption like, "Clever girl... or clever welder?" The quirky title, RAWR, strikes the perfect chord--equal parts prehistoric roar and millennial text-speak. A must-see for anyone who loves dinosaurs, movies, or existential reflections on what a T-Rex might say if it had Twitter/X. In a world of beige suburban monotony, RAWR is the cultural chaos we didn't know we needed. Five prehistoric stars! [RAWR is a series of imaginative sculptures by Joyce Hsu, including a 12-foot-high T-Rex Robot and a 6-foot-high Dino Bench, located in Walnut Creek's Broadway Plaza.]

Located in The Veranda Shopping Center on the backside of Old Navy above the commercial parking…read morelot/spaces is this mural. It basically encapsulates some memoirs in the past, the present & prospective dreams in the future. The images are clear, the meanings not. Such are "Memories" Creators: Felicia Galaldon, #Creative Concord

the Heal Oakland mural is nearby the back entrance of Dollar Tree. there's a common parking lot…read more the mural shows clenched fists at the upper left and a 2 handed open palm on the upper right. the center shows a ribbon with the words "Heal Oakland" at the top. in the middle is a detached heart with sun burst energy emanating from it. lite candles surround the heart at both sides and the bottom. the heart is being stitched together by an human hand on the left side and a skeletal hand on the right. entire background in black. mural is a reflection on the George Floyd protests. creator: People's Conservatory, Be-Imaginative Collective

this mural is on the backside of La Piñata alongside the driveway. It's a mural by Jesse "Urban…read moreAztec" Hernandez. his mural celebrates Indigenous cultures, honoring the strength of the warrior spirit and vibrant culture featuring his stylized renderings of the Eagle (Cuauhtli), Jaguar (Ocelot), and Serpent (Coatl). Jesse Hernandez is known as "Urban Aztec". this is also his given name of his art form which combines graffiti with ancient indigenous art. J. H.'s work is known in sports events, Marvel & like movies, video games, collectibles, an energy drink, music, and other platforms. Concord is his hometown. creator: Jesse Hernandez aka Urban Aztec

"Lost in the Mail," the mysterious public sculpture nestled in downtown Walnut Creek, feels like a…read morerelic plucked from a secret chapter of an ancient civilization--perhaps one that once delivered messages by teleportation through time. Its weathered, oxidized panels with moss growth and angular geometry suggest it has defied countless millennia, quietly witnessing empires rise and fall as mail carriers zipped across dimensions. At moments, the piece even channels a sci‑fi charm--dare I say it bears an uncanny resemblance to the Millennium Falcon idling on some forgotten hangar floor. Its striated textures and asymmetrical forms evoke starship plating; one almost half-expects a hyperdrive to engage with a soft hum at dusk. What makes "Lost in the Mail" truly captivating is the whimsical tension between antiquity and intergalactic travel. One moment, it's a sacred monolith carved by long-gone scribes; the next, it's the cheeky starfleet scoutship of a mail-delivery rebellion. It invites you to dream: is this an archaeological artifact or the blueprint for a cosmic courier's vessel?

Joyce Hsu's Hummingbirds are the perfect mix of charm and innovation--like nature got an upgrade!…read moreEye-catching and unforgettable, they make Broadway Plaza soar. Does anybody know where I can find a gallon of sugar water to quench this sudden thirst?

This bronze sculpture in Downtown Walnut Creek (a consumer mecca) is part businessman, part bull,…read moreand all intriguing. Leaning casually against a pole with his stout bulldog companion, Bullman exudes quiet confidence--but who's really in charge? The roles feel like they could flip at any moment, much like a dog realizing you're out of treats. A gift from BH Development to the city, artist Gerald Heffernon drew from ancient traditions of mixing human and animal forms, believing it reflects our desire to understand other creatures. As he puts it, "The bull(man) seems to control the bulldog, but those roles can reverse--just like with humans and their dogs." Snap a photo, hang around, and decide for yourself who's really boss.

If Bee Movie and modern sculpture had a lovechild, it would be The Bee Effect--a dazzling,…read moregravity-defying tribute to our planet's tiniest workaholics. Standing proudly across the BART rails high up and above, this shimmering hive of enormous metalic flowers and airborne bees seems to hum with invisible energy, as if the whole thing might lift off at any moment and start pollinating the nearest café patio. Barry B. Benson himself would be abuzz with excitement. "Finally," he'd say, adjusting his tiny aviator glasses, "a monument worthy of the hive!" The sculpture captures the essence of every bee's favorite pastime: teamwork, persistence, and low-key world domination via flower pollination. It's a reminder that without these winged wonders, we'd have no almonds, no apples, and--most devastatingly--no honey for our oat milk lattes. Gazing up at The Bee Effect, you can almost hear the tiny voices whispering, You like jazz? But instead of responding, you'll probably just stand there, hypnotized, wondering if the bees are watching you back. (Spoiler: They definitely are.)

This is a great mural that has been here a really long time!!…read more Located on the west bound I-580 freeway on/off ramp just below the now closed Lakeview Elementary School, this mural is long, it stretches as far up the ramp as it can go. There's a lot to unpack in this, and it will take more than a few visits to capture everything. It's a great representation of the Oakland community and creativity. Check it out if you're in the area!!

I had no idea this mural had a Yelp page I posted pictures…read moreof this mural on the City of Oakland page a while back It's a pretty cool mural to see This mural is caddy corner to the Grand Lake theater and is easily visible from the Theater as well as the off ramp/on ramp for exit 21b (580) Murals official name is "our community -our world" Features scenes from seven continents Mural done by Peter Lee and a team of 9 others