FACES | W Seattle
the Devon room
Meet Devon
Originally from Los Angeles, growing up in the sunshine state left Devon searching for a more temperate climate while still fulfilling his love for city life. As a performer in the city of angels, Downtown Seattle’s burlesque scene and fast-paced environment immediately sparked Devon’s interest. From the lively shops of Pike Place Market, to the energetic restaurants and bars, Downtown offers an assorted array of experiences and attractions.
About Downtown
Located in the heart of Seattle, Downtown’s diverse and ever-changing scene offers unlimited opportunities. There you’ll find Pike Place Market, the oldest continuously operating farmers market in the country. With over 500 shops, vendors, restaurants, and bars, Pike Place Market captivates locals and tourists alike. The Downtown neighborhood is rich with artistic experiences, oceanfront activities, and limitless dining opportunities.
Teeming with innovation, Downtown is home to a number of businesses and corporations in the tech field. Living in Downtown offers residents a dense urban atmosphere, while maintaining a fast-paced, highly walkable space. While the cost of living in Downtown is higher than the national average, the diverse community and variety of activities offered makes Downtown a desirable place to live for working professionals. W Seattle is located Downtown. As the city center for public transportation, it is easy to travel to nearby neighborhoods.
devon’s List
Immerse yourself in Devon’s world. Take a day trip or afternoon to explore his favorite dining experiences, shopping, and activities in Downtown.
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Tag @wseattle @morganzion_
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COFFEE | MONORAIL ESPRESSO
BRUNCH | SKALKA
HAPPY HOUR | VONS 1,000 SPIRITS
DINNER | THE PINK DOOR
DRINKS | LIVING ROOM BAR
SHOP | PIKE PLACE MARKET
LIVE MUSIC | SHOWBOX
WALK | WATERFRONT PARK
ACTIVITIES | ARGOSY CRUISES
SCENERY | SKY VIEW OBSERVATORY
Devon’s Seattle Playlist
Inspired by his Los Angeles roots, Devon has an appreciation for the grunge, punk rock music scene. His favorite band, Nirvana, was established in Seattle in the 1980s, leaving traces of inspiration and creativity in the budding artists of today. Devon spends much of his free time enjoying experiences and activities that immerse him in the Seattle rock scene, his favorite being the Nirvana exhibit at the Museum of Pop Culture, where he can get a more intimate look at the history of the Seattle luminaries.
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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. 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, W Seattle Presents 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 Devon
Words from the artist
“I started creating Devon on an early Monday morning in the summer watching the sunrise from the 14th floor of W Seattle. I began my morning as I usually do with 15 minutes of meditation, followed by getting my coffee from Trace Market (black with a splash of almond milk). Once settled, I began to sketch and watch Devon come to life.”
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
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*Please note that each face is an artistic creation of Morgan Zion. They are not based on real people.