Meet blake
Blake grew up surrounded by the energy of downtown Seattle, but over time, he found himself craving a quieter, slower pace of life. Drawn to the water and the peaceful escape of the ferry ride, he set his sights on Bainbridge Island. Now, Blake enjoys the best of both worlds—easy access to the city while living among towering evergreens, charming local shops, and scenic waterfront views. Whether he’s biking through forested trails, sipping coffee by the marina, or simply enjoying the fresh island air, Bainbridge has become his perfect retreat.
About bainbridge
Just a short ferry ride from downtown Seattle, Bainbridge Island offers a peaceful escape with stunning waterfront views, lush forests, and a charming small-town feel. Known for its scenic beauty, the island is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, with biking trails, beaches, and hiking spots that showcase the Pacific Northwest’s natural splendor. Winslow, the island’s main hub, is filled with cozy cafés, local boutiques, and art galleries, creating a welcoming and creative community. With its perfect balance of tranquility and accessibility, Bainbridge Island feels like a world away while still being just a ferry ride from the city.
BLAKE’s List
Immerse yourself in Blake’s world. Take a day trip or afternoon to explore his favorite dining experiences, shopping, and activities in Bainbridge.
Share Your Experience on Social
Tag @wseattle @morganzion_
Use the hashtags #faceswseattle #blakeslistseattle
blake’s Seattle Playlist
Nirvana, Heart, Odesza, Pearl Jam, Jimi Hendrix, and Macklemore & Ryan Lewis all hail from Seattle. As the third best city in the U.S. for music fans, the city on everyone’s list for the best live music, and the place credited with the creation of its own music genre, Seattle is a music lover’s haven.
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W Seattle is one of many music destinations in the city, being the first hotel in North America with a W Sound Suite, a fully equipped private recording studio and creative space for artists. W Seattle also works with local artists to host weekly DJ performances and a monthly music series, First Fridays. In partnership with KEXP, First Fridays serves as an incubator for music acts on the cusp of bursting out of the Seattle scene. The first Friday of each month, First Fridays will showcase two live bands on the W Stage in the W Seattle Living Room.
Creating blake
Words from the artist
“I started creating Jackson during my morning drawing routine from my desk on the 14th floor of W Seattle. I began my morning as I usually do with 15 minutes of meditation, followed by getting my coffee in TRACE Market (black with a splash of almond milk). Once settled, I began to sketch and watched the Faces Floor come to life.” - Morgan Zion
My creative process
“As I sketch, I think about each character's story, their life, personality, interests, friends and what they would tell a visitor about why they love their city. After I have finished the sketch and story, I begin the mural process. I usually paint at night, as it is my least busy time of day.
While I paint, I like to snack on nuts, hummus, and veggies and sometimes a cheeky glass of wine to fuel my creativity. Each painting is stylistically meant to look like a large crosshatch sketch, giving each a gritty and unique personality. My intent is to draw guests in through the character’s eyes. The gaze invites the viewer to feel the personality, comfort and depth of each face.”
“Tapping into my creativity isn't always easy. When it comes to creating characters and their stories I really have to immerse myself into my creative process.
I hope our guests will enjoy the company of each face knowing it was made with intent, happiness, and my love for seattle.”
— Morgan zion
SHARE YOUR PHOTOS FROM THE blake ROOM
Share your experience in The Blake Room! Tag @wseattle @morganzion_ and use the hashtags #faceswseattle #blakeslistseattle to be featured.
Faces Artwork
Shop original prints and hand-drawn artworks, including maps, coloring books, prints, and original drawings from Faces at W Seattle.
Experience Seattle like a local
Discover the Emerald City like a Seattleite. Experience each face’s favorite hidden gems.
*Please note that each face is an artistic creation of Morgan Zion. They are not based on real people.