Artist: Shogo Ota (website, Instagram)
Location: Elliott Ave & Bell Street
Mural Description 
(click to listen to the description)
Rather than a strict “doodle grid” for upscaling his designs, Ota often uses painter’s tape
The mural’s close proximity to where Norwegian Cruise Line docks at Pier 66 means this mural will be one of the first and last things many Alaskan-bound passengers see when visit Seattle.
Artist Statement (click to listen to the description)
Shogo Ota bio from Belltown Mural Festival:
Shogo creates vibrant, story-driven artwork that blends illustration, design, and public engagement. Drawing from his Japanese heritage and deep connection to the Pacific Northwest, his murals celebrate community, culture, and everyday moments. His work transforms public spaces into welcoming environments that invite curiosity, joy, and connection.
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