Rusty nuts and bolts, discarded links of sturdy metal chains – where most people see junk, Ray Egger sees art.

On Hollywood Boulevard, right up the street from the Home State restaurant is a piece from L.A. artist Francisco Palomares.

Artists often use their work to share a message. A local painter and poet who is nonverbal also uses his art to be heard.

Route 66 signs portrayed in Joan Gladstone's work served as beacons offering respite or landmarks guiding travelers' progress ...