Randyland is the best! It's unique and beautiful on its own, but to make the experience extra special, 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! read more

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OK, I have had this place on my list of things to do for years. I saw it on Atlas Obscura and then I 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%. read more

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Randyland is a fun tour of a residence morphed art project right in Echo Park. Randy gives the tour himself and I dare you not to get excited by his enthusiasm. Highly recommend for all! It's about 30 minutes and you need to text him to confirm a time and date as they are timed tours. Fun for all ages. read more

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I went to Randyland around 4:30pm today, which Randy said was the best time in the afternoon to stop by. It has been on my list for some time, and it did not disappoint! My pictures don't even BEGIN to do it justice. The entire time I was there, every time I looked back at the piece, it had a slightly different look due to the movement of the sun. It was so much more than just an art installation, it was an experience the entire time we were there. It's free (although donations are accepted), it's stunning, Randy is very informative on technique and other mediums of art, and he is a real character (in the best sense of the word!) And we were able to see postcards of previous installations, which looked just as fantastic. I absolutely plan to go back at a 10am time slot (which Randy says is the best time in the morning) to see how amazing the art looks from a different angle! read more

Wonderful experience. Randy is very passionate about his and explains the topic intriguingly. The sculpture is very beautiful and the tour is a wonderful experience. Highly recommend. read more

Everyone in LA has to make a pilgrimage to this local gem. Randy is a gracious host and very enthusiastic to show off his work of art.

I live for the discovery of places like Randyland. I even post them weekly on my IG, @housesofhollywood - so I couldn't have been more thrilled to experience this place. Randy is the greatest guy - SO enthusiastic and SO creative, while being extremely kind and generous. His goal in life is to introduce as many people as possible to the wonders of refracted light and shadow and all the creative things that one can do with them. He loves meeting new people and showing them his extraordinary art, and shares generously all about how he goes about it, where he finds his materials, etc. He doesn't hold back. And he sends you away with little gifts in hand - magnets and postcards - wonderful souvenirs of the adventure. And Randy asks for nothing in return (though I hope everyone who goes there will a) do a review like this one and b) donate even a small amount - it's the least we can all do for the great pleasure of visiting him.). I thank Randy for his open-hearted spirit and the gift of his art. What an incredible way to spend an evening! DO NOT HESITATE! read more

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Thank you Randy for your tour and beautiful artwork, It's a honor to meet the artist himself. I am glad we find this place. read more

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Went to this amazing art piece with a couple of friends. The art which is colored glass bottles with water in them, creating lenses, is very beautiful. But what is extremely impressive and eye opening is how the art is an appreciation of the sun and the beauty it gives off. What I mean by this is that the light illuminates the bottles to reveal an image, and at the time of writing it appears as a woman or even feminine angel. However depending on the time of day, time of year, and your perspective, the image can change into something new. For example, the array of bottles can look like a feminine angel from one perspective, from a different perspective dependent on the observer, it can look like the Venus figurines from the Paleolithic area of humanity. There are other beauties at the exhibit too, such as hanging arrays of dancers made from recycled metal, as well as small and large cutouts. The large cutouts too can change depending on the time of day, as well as weather, giving the human cutouts their own mood depending on the day. The best part was the showcase by the host, of the exhibit, who was amazing at explaining his vision and ways he was able to craft such beauty. So in short, I highly recommend visiting this art spot. As a person who lives in L.A. I want to go back sometime soon, and for any travelers outside of L.A. or out of state or even country, would still highly recommend it. read more

Randyland is so delightful! We wanted something special to do for all ages, with my kids and my parents, so I contacted Randy through his Instagram account. He invited us for an evening tour that weekend. We met him outside and he was an enthusiastic, joyful guide, pointing out many details in his work and staging us all for portraits. I'm so glad we found this place! read more

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Oh my. What an incredible privilege it was to spend more than an hour with Randy. He toured toured us through his spectacular art, helping us experience it fully. He is a brilliant, warm, beautiful human. Go see his work and spend some time with him! read more

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In a word, PHENOMENAL. Randy loves meeting people from all over, and sharing his passion and artistic vision. What can I say about Randyland and his PhantasmaGloria Goddess Garden that hasn't already been said? I can tell you about our PERSONAL experience. I expected to see a really cool sculpture garden. We got that and SO much more. I came away with a fired imagination and a LOT of heavy concepts to ponder. My son also enjoyed it, in a completely different way than I did. Your Randyland experience will be as unique and individual as you are. Make your appointment with Randy on Instagram. Just walking by it will not do it justice. You have to see it up close and personal, and get the lowdown from Randy himself. We were only in Los Angeles for three days, and this was definitely time well spent. My son and I are still talking about it a week later. read more

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Have you ever heard of @randylandla ? If not, let me introduce you to an art installation that's built outside the home of local artist-Randy Lawrence. His wonderful work of art is made using colored glass bottles filled with water to refract the light. Held together with wire and mesh, he's arranged them in a way that works with the sun to create dynamics of shadow and light. What's most beautiful is that what you see is entirely dependent upon where you stand, the sky, and the time of day. The art itself and its surroundings play off of each-other to create endless opportunities of creative expression. Like I mentioned in my post beforehand, Randy is SO kind and passionate about his work. He even gave out free magnets and little glass marbles! The whole experience truly touched me. Thank you for all you do Randy! read more

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I found out about Randyland from Instagram and finally had a chance to see it in person and let me tell you it blows my mind. Booking a tour is easy, you can message Randy through IG randylandla and he respond very quickly, he recommended you come 2 hours before sunset to see the best of the lighting and boy he was right, it was an unforgettable experience. Prepare to spend an hour for the tour since he explains for you his amazing art works, he's also gave out postcards and magnets for free, the tour is free but I suggest you donate for the artist to appreciate his time open his door to show his incredible artwork, he use donations to buy material for the new artwork. Parking was easy to find around his neighborhood, Randy is a super nice man and guarantee you'll have a great time! read more

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Although the glass, statues, and other artworks are wonderful, Randy is the real attraction. Getting a peak inside how he sees the world is worth the trip here. (Emphasis on the word trip) read more

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After stumbling upon Randyland through a TikTok, my friend and I decided to check it out since we were in the Echo Park area. We didn't realize that you were supposed to make an appointment to see the installation (Randy recommends calling by phone, or you can reach out via social media), but we were lucky enough to catch Randy working on his piece out at the front when we arrived. He said hello from above and happily welcomed us in! He began the tour by taking us across the street and viewing the cutouts that hang by his stairs. They cast a cool shadow against the wall, and he began explaining how what you see changes based on time of day. He then took us up to his front lawn, where the glass sculpture was, and he explained a lot of the science behind what we were seeing through the glass. He was extremely passionate about the possibilities of refracted light and pointed to various examples across the installation. He even showed us various photos of different perspectives of the installation over time. The experience was interactive as Randy even gave us cutouts to play with and cast shadows upon his installation. He even offered to take photos for me and my friend with different uses of the cutouts! Overall, this was such a special experience and I'm so happy we got to meet Randy and see his art. He works on this installation as a hobby and has a plan to make another installation somewhere else in LA-- location currently TBD as he seeks out a proper place for it. The tour is free but he accepts donations on Venmo, which go toward the materials he buys for his art. He has such a huge passion for this and is truly such a kind soul that anyone would be lucky to meet. I highly recommend checking his installation out if you're looking to see some cool local art in LA! I hope to go back and visit, and he promised that the next time I come, it will look different. Randyland will not disappoint you!! read more

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Finally made it out to Randyland and it was the highlight of our day! I called ahead to make sure it was okay to come by and he told me to come at 3:45 when the sun would be best for viewing. When we arrived we were greeted by Randy who is just an absolute joy! He took some photos of us with some stencils he had to play around with shadow while we waited for other folks that would be joining us. Then we got to go inside and Randy made sure that we didn't peek until it was time to turn around for the big reveal! The art oasis he has made in his backyard is amazing and a must see! (I don't want to post any photos of the inside so you can see for yourself!) He shared with us some photos of other iterations as well and we got to learn about him a bit more. Randy is so incredibly passionate about his art and so happy to share it and it's infectious! My friend and I left with full hearts. We plan on returning in the summer when the sun is out longer so we can enjoy it even more! read more

This was an Interesting Yelp find, while sightseeing in LA. We arrived via a very narrow street and at the end of it we found Randy and his beautiful and creative masterpiece. I recommend that you contact him, prior to visiting; due to there are certain times that the sun reflects on the glass, bringing to life a spectacular show. Look for Randy, he is an amazing host and probably one of the nicest guys that you will ever meet. read more

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This is a hidden LA treasure we found on TikTok. Artist, Randy, has created a unique and delighted sculpture in his front yard! A beautiful creation with glass that changes as the sun moves through the sky! His passion is as big as his exhibit. We loved his tour of his creation and got to play with the light with his guidance. It was a treat to drive my guy (named Randy) through the narrow streets of Silver Lake to discover (and surprise him) with this magical place! Call ahead! You must see it from the front porch of his home not just drive by it on the street! THANK YOU RANDY! We loved it! read more

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This place was AMAZING! The artist, Randle Lawrence, is wonderfully talented, creative, informative, and enthusiastic about his work. The play of light through the various arrangements is fascinating and ever-changing. This experience is not to be missed. Pick a sunny day and prepare to be enthralled. read more

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"Every Empty Bottle Is Filled With A Great Story." Meeting Randy @randylandla was an honor! He is a very sweet person and is extremely knowledgeable/passionate at what he does. If you schedule an appointment, Randy will be honored to give you a tour himself and explain his artwork. It truely is incredible to see and hear the concept of how the direction of the sun, some water, and a concave/convex glass bottle can merely affect the way his masterpieces shine throughout different angles of the day. Such an interesting idea perfectly executed with his art - Randy is hands-down an artist!! (**Fun Fact: LA's official name is "El Pueblo de Nuestra Señora la Reina de los Ángeles de Porciúncula" or better known as "The Town of Our Lady the Queen of the Angels of Porciúncula" in English.) read more

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Randyland is a very kind soul. He spent an hour talking to us about his unique passion. I recommend contacting him through his Ig @randylandla about setting up an appointment. read more

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Randy is so passionate about his art and it really shows through the tour he gives. It's about 45 minutes total. Absolutely worth it if you're in the area and it's sunny. Loved it. read more

Randy was amazing! So much insight to this very unique art median. Very passionate about what he does and loves sharing it with people. This is a must visit if you are ever in the area. read more

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Like many other reviewers, I saw Randyland from the street, which probably isn't the best view. If you're really interested, you should definitely arrange to see it from the inside (details on the website). Otherwise, it's not much from the street view. We stopped by just because we were staying about a block away and were out for a morning walk around the neighborhood. Wouldn't go out of my way to see it unless I had been nearby. Probably much more of an experience if you properly visit it, but we weren't around the area during the day at all during our visit to LA! read more

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Thank you for the amazing hospitality, Mr. Randy. Special thanks to Atlas Obscura for hosting the intimate tour we joined last week. It is a special honor to meet the artist himself. Randy was so passionate and enthusiastic about his work that it is not hard to be enthralled by it. It was fascinating to listen to how he gets inspired and the work involved in his numerous art projects. Randy is passionate and loves to share his joy not just to the neighborhood but to the whole world. It is interesting to see how he formulated his ideas and how he pursues them. The tour was highly informative and inspirational. Randy's energy vibrates energy and happiness. Parking was street, which can be tricky since it is located in a residential area. I can't wait to come visit Randyland again during sunset so I can enjoy Phantasma Gloria in its full glory and view it the way it's meant to be enjoyed. read more

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There is no greater advocate for outsider art than Randy and his fantastical Randyland creation. The passion he expresses for the medium that is his muse is infectious. My husband and I spent an hour and a half marveling at the dynamic qualities of nature's influence on his sculptures. Make an Instagram appointment for a delightful personal tour. read more

Los Angeles is full of amazing sights such as this one called Randyland... If you look for it online, it's NOT the one in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania. This is RandylandLA of Echo Park in Los Angeles. Alana and I had some time between meals so we searched Yelp for "Local Flavor" and decided to check it out! Creative people are so fascinating to me! Unfortunately, we weren't able to meet Randy as other reviewers have mentioned. This means that we'll have to return - hopefully get inside the padlocked gate and have a tour of Randy's front yard some day... Meanwhile, everyone who comes to visit can see the cutouts, painting, and mosaic made out of glass bottles! This roadside masterpiece is named "Phantasma Gloria" and features Our Lady of Guadalupe. She's important because Our Mother Mary appears as a minority figure. There's free residential street parking in the neighborhood. It's a quick and easy stop! For more information, go to randylandla.com read more

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This display is called "Phantasma Gloria" at RandylandLA in Echo Park. The artist is Randlett King Lawrence, not to be confused with Randy Gilson's "Randyland" in Pennsylvania. Nadine found this place through the Yelp app, so we decided to drive here to see what it was. We first noticed the mural on the wall but when we looked up, we saw the bottle art. As big as the bottles are, he was able to make detailed art! Lots of bottles are filled with liquid and you can see it in the red ones especially! Some need liquid refilled in them. This is some sort of a huge mosaic! It's best to view it in the morning when the sun shines through the bottles! It is fascinating! You can see the mural (below) and the Virgin of Guadalupe (above) from the street. The first thing I saw was the mural with the "LA" sign. The Virgin of Guadalupe is the most prominent thing you will see. If you look to the left, you will see a yellow dancer, with a head made out of glass. Looking a little to the right of the dancer, there is another glass head seemingly in the center of the sun? Panning to the right of the Virgin of Guadalupe, there is something red, perhaps a flower? The bottle installation itself is about 24 ft tall by 50 ft wide. It is constructed out of rebar and wires. Randy calls this a Sky Catcher. I understand that this is Randy's home, so we can't go onto the property without permission. So, if you come to visit on a whim, like we did, you can only take a gander at it from the street. I think your better viewpoint is from across the street. From the few posted pictures, it looks like this display is still changing. I noticed that the 3 pieces of painted wood to the left & the hand are now removed. Probably because they were weather damaged. It looks like the remaining 3 need to be repainted or replaced. The wood is warped. The wood art is cool because the negative space allows the sun to shine through and you get another picture on the wall behind them. If you are interested, three documentaries have been made to date about Randy, the artist, and his work. They are "The Yin and the Yang of Randy Lawrence," "Randyland" and "The Phantasma Gloria." Check them out. I hope Randy will continue on with this project and keep it updated for the public to come and enjoy. I would have loved to take a closer look, but I wouldn't want to trespass (you can't anyways because there is a padlock on the gate... yes, we checked it out!). Thank you, Randy, for this unique art installation! read more

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This is a MUST. Randy and his artwork are truly inspiring. I love LA and I'm always looking for different things to explore and this experience was one of a kind. I personally felt like I had gained quite a lot from his art, but also from Randy's overall perspective on things. We can't wait to come back! The exhibit itself is free, but I personally feel like a donation is the least that can be done considering how wonderful the experience is, and also to support Randy in continuing his art. Grateful to have stumbled upon such a gem! read more

If you're ever in Los Angeles you really need to take some time to visit Randyland. We were surprised to find that this magical work of art is actually located in a regular neighborhood - in the front yard of a visionary artist. The Phantasma Gloria is a huge sculpture that uses various sizes of glass bottles, colored water and the sun. While the sculpture remains virtually the same, it appears different based on the Sun, weather and where you stand to view it. It's amazing that someone has an idea and then totally runs with it - spending nearly two decades creating and sharing something totally beautiful. We were fortunate that Randy, the artist, was able to spend time with us. He was gracious with his time and knowledge. It's not often I get to meet truly passionate people who inspire me. Randy has a way of looking at the world and art that makes you want to see more and do more. Our family left feeling like we had seen an exceptional piece of art and even more that we had met an incredibly gifted person. We're still talking about our new friend, Randy. We need more people like him. Hopefully, someone will find a huge piece of land where Randy could build similar art for all to see. It's seriously incredible art that no one else has done. It would be really nice if everyone would leave a donation so he can continue to create and share this beautiful gift with the world. Also even if you don't have much time, you can still take five or 10 minutes to view this beautiful original work of art from either the street or one of the other nearby streets. The parking is free and the neighborhood is decent and expects visitors to Randyland. read more

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I loved going to Randyland. First, it's very Covid safe. Second, Randy who is both the host and artist is so kind, passionate and knowledgeable on this very unique medium of stunning artwork. There is a sacred energy flowing through the space and sculptures. I will be going back again and again. The art is always changing depending on the sky and sun and time of the year. The world needs more people like Randy. I am so grateful Randyland exists and I hope you get the chance to experience it for yourself! Thank you so much, Randy!! read more

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Wow what an amazing experience we had visiting Randy and his awesome artwork. I could of sat there and listened to him for hours. A wonderful and very knowledgeable man... If you never have been, please put this on your bucket list read more

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I saw Randyland's amazing stunning art on Thursday with my girlfriend Martina. We drove there to take pictures in front of the L.A. mural. Randy happened to be there and showed us with plenty of social distancing and masks his art in his garden. Breath taking, colorful and always changing, depending on how the sun/light hits the art glass pieces, like a giant kaleidoscope. We really loved it, especially in times like of Covid a little light on the horizon. Randy is a great guy and very knowledgeable. Highly recommend to schedule a tour with him, you will not regret or be disappointed. A great happy place to be!! read more

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What an amazing hidden LA gem! Randy is a thoughtful passionate artist who welcomes you into his yard and shows his amazing glass art creations. Such a cool find! read more

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I couldn't have asked for a better way to spend my fourth of July other than in the company of Randy and his art. It was breathtaking and overall a beautiful experience. Randy's collaboration with the sun is absolutely genius and depicts a phenomenally unique spin on glass, water, reflection, nature and timing. His in-depth description of his visual art is mind blowing. He has captured various angles of this piece, and shows you how one piece can have various dimensions at different times and locations. Overall, it is a must see! My words do not serve this loctaion justice. Randy is a gentle, warm and welcoming soul and I'm extremely grateful I had the pleasure of meeting him and his masterpiece. His ideas deserve to be splattered amongst our world, so they bring light and smiles to communities all over. Thanks for sharing your space with us and I can't wait to visit again. read more

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Randy is amazing and the art is absolutely beautiful and original! Give this place a try! Come when sunny and enjoy! ;-)

This rating is for what I could see from the street. The pictures I saw on Atlas Obscura were much more interesting. This is Echo Park's Phantasma Gloria at 1646 Lemoyne St. Los Angeles, California; also known as the Glass Virgin of Guadalupe. I went in the afternoon and I think the light was not good. Might be better early in the morning or late evening when the sun is setting. The sculpture just does not glow or sparkle in the harsh afternoon light. Will have to wait till they have an open house for tours, to have an close up view. read more

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A nice lil spot to check out if you're in the area ! Randy is super enthusiastic and very much knowledgeable about his work, all the engineering that goes into it. Recommend to go before sunset to see the light glimmer through the bottles. It's a real nice photo op! Excited to see his new project coming up soon :) read more

Randy is a builder, artist, and all-around kind soul. If you're spending a day in this part of Los Angeles, make sure Randyland is part of your itinerary. The beautiful structure of glass, water, and sky is a unique medium. Randy will share his journey, vision, and how he constructs his amazing work. The view from the street simply doesn't do justice to Randy's work; seeing everything from his porch makes a huge difference. Contact him on his social media to make a reservation; he's very responsive and friendly. And for those wondering, yes the tour is free, but please please make a donation if you do come and visit so he can continue sharing this great talent with all of us. read more