FACES | W Seattle
the Flynn room
Meet Flynn
Flynn is a curious, adventurous human originating from Amsterdam. Her love for travel and seeking out new experiences brought her to the Pacific Northwest. Upon visiting Seattle for the first time, she was immediately captivated by the scenery of West Seattle, moving there soon after.
About West Seattle
Offering arguably the best views of the downtown Seattle skyline, West Seattle is located on the other side of Elliott Bay and the Duwamish River. West Seattle is known for its beaches, eateries, and trendy shops. Alki Beach is popular amongst locals, being one of the only sandy beaches in Seattle, it’s a “must” summertime hot spot with volleyball tournaments, sun worshipers and fun recreational activities such as kayaking, roller blading, cycling and paddle boarding.
The West Seattle neighborhood is home to many families and established professionals. It’s a perfect day trip for those looking for a beach day getaway amongst the hustle and bustle of the city. In terms of transportation, it is approximately a 15-minute drive from W Seattle. Once in West Seattle, everything is within a 5–10-minute drive. Another great option to get to West Seattle is the Water Taxi, located four blocks from the hotel at Pier 55.
Flynn’s List
Immerse yourself in Flynn’s world. Take a day trip or afternoon to explore her favorite dining experiences, shopping, and activities in West Seattle.
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COFFEE | BAKERY NOUVEAU
BRUNCH | ENDOLYNE JOE’S
HAPPY HOUR | THE NOOK
DINNER | ITTO's TAPAS
DRINKS | Otter on the Rocks
SHOP | The junction
LIVE music | EASY STREET RECORDS & CAFE
WALK | Lincoln Park
ACTIVITIES | Kayak Alki
Scenery | Alki beach park
Flynn’s Seattle Playlist
Immersing herself in the local music, Flynn took a liking to West Seattle native band, Pearl Jam. Rocking their way through the 90s, Pearl Jam featured members Jeff Ament, Stone Gossard, Mike McCready, Eddie Vedder, and Matt Cameron.
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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 flynn
Words from the artist
“I started creating Flynn 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 Flynn 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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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.