Deuces by Bumblebeelovesyou, Long Beach

Created by the globally famous Long Beach street artist Bumblebeelovesyou, the Deuces mural deals with the theme of “puppy love” which has been a recurring one for this artist. The ginormous piece depicts a reclining kid who's chilling out in the company of his best friend – a hush puppy – resting on his knee, his favorite skateboard at his feet, and a smartphone in hand.

Considerate and thoughtful, Bumblebeelovesyou often addresses in his work serious issues like child homelessness and the impact of modernity upon nature, but in a rather whimsical, playful, and colorful way. Using the stenciling technique and mixed media, he puts images of children on some low-profile walls around the globe. Despite the seriousness of his illustrated topics, all of Bumblebee's creations exude a sense of childish innocence, freedom, and love, and are ultimately just a burst of fun.