Artist Bill Pfeifer Jr. standing in front of one of his murals at Spring St. and Alaskan Way. Photo taken by GrowingBoyMedia. 2024.

Meet the Artist: Bill Pfeifer Jr.

Spring St. & Alaskan Way | Free
Saturday September 21, 11 am–12 pm

Due to weather, this event has been rescheduled to 9/21. Come hang out and chat with the talented artist Bill Pfeifer Jr. at our event! This family‑friendly event is perfect for all ages!

About the Event

Join us for a fun and engaging event with Bill Pfeifer Jr., a proud member of the Tlingit tribe from Southeast Alaska. Bill creatively combines his rich cultural heritage with modern urban art, drawing inspiration from his Tlingit roots and his love for cartoons and video games. His colorful artwork tells the stories, values, and beliefs of the Tlingit people, influenced by his experiences across the United States and Europe.

This family-friendly event is perfect for all ages! Discover Bill Pfeifer Jr.’s artistic journey and learn about his influences and creative process. Attendees are encouraged to ask questions and interact with the artist. Coloring sheets will be available for children to enjoy.

Don’t miss this chance to explore the vibrant world of traditional and contemporary art with Bill Pfeifer Jr. on the Seattle Waterfront, in front of the six stunning mural wraps.

Please take note of the following information:

This event will be held outdoors for a close-up view of the six vibrant art murals designed for the Promenade Pop-ups at Spring St. and Alaskan Way. There will be limited seating. Prints will be available for sale and everyone who RSVPS and attends will be entered into a door prize drawing. Ten attendees will have the chance to be a recipient of an artist print of one of the murals or pack of artist designed stickers.

Where: Along the Waterfront Park promenade at the intersections of Spring Street. See FAQ for navigation details. Two kiosks will be located this intersection – be sure to check the Seneca Street intersection for two additional kiosks with beautiful murals designed by Sarah Folden. Visit them both while you’re here!

More about the Promenade Pop-ups:

With Waterfront Park’s new Promenade nearing completion, Friends of Waterfront Park is already filling it with fun, culture, and art (three things we know you love as much as we do!). Come on down to the Promenade between Spring and Seneca and say “hi” to our new resident vendors and do some shopping at our Promenade Pop-ups!

We also commissioned some beautiful artworks to adorn the four kiosks by two inspiring Indigenous artists: Sarah Folden (Cowlitz Tribal member) and Bill Pfiefer Jr. (Tlingit Tribal Member).

About the Artist

Bill Pfeifer Jr. (Tlingit)

Artist

Wéidaaká Yóodóohaa (Bill Pfeifer, Jr), a proud member of the Tlingit tribe from Southeast Alaska, intricately weaves the essence of his culture into the fabric of vibrant modern urban art. Despite the geographical distance from his homeland, the spiritual tether to his roots remains unbroken, a connection that is further enriched by the Navajo heritage of his beloved wife. Together, they nurture a family where Tlingit and Navajo cultures intertwine, creating a dynamic fusion that inspires Wéidaaká Yóodóohaa’s artistic expression. Mentored in the ancient art of formline design by his father, an esteemed artist, and under the guidance of Nathan Jackson, a distinguished Tlingit master carver, Wéidaaká Yóodóohaa’s work stands as a vibrant testament to the stories, values, and beliefs of the Tlingit people. His artistic journey, further colored by the urban tapestries across the United States, and the historical landscapes of Europe, is a continuous exploration of color, form, and cultural narrative. Embracing the digital era, Wéidaaká Yóodóohaa harnesses the power of tools like Adobe Fresco, Photoshop, and Illustrator to craft designs that are both colorful and kinetic, resonating with the deep-seated tradition of formline art. His mission transcends the aesthetic; it is a call to share and celebrate the rich tapestry of indigenous cultures with a broader audience, fostering awareness and appreciation for a lineage steeped in artistic excellence and the vibrant potential of cultural fusion.

Promenade Pop-up. Pop-up exterior artwork by Bill Pfeifer Jr. Photo by GrowingBoyMedia. 2024.

Promenade Pop-up. Pop-up exterior artwork by Bill Pfeifer Jr. Photo by GrowingBoyMedia. 2024.

Murals by Sarah Folden (Cowlitz) found on our Promenade Pop-up kiosks. Photo by Growing Boy Media.

Artist Sarah Folden (left) in front of her mural and visitors. Photo by GrowingBoyMedia. 2024.

Promenade Pop‑Up Murals

Park visitors can find vibrant murals along the Park Promenade when they visit our vendor kiosks at the Spring and Seneca St. intersections this summer. These structures not only serve as spaces for small business owners, but also function as canvasses for incredible local artists to showcase their work.

Accessibility

Friends strives to ensure Waterfront Park and our events are inclusive, accessible, and welcoming to everyone. There will be an ASL interpreter for this event. Please visit our accessibility resources webpage here to learn more about our offerings.

About the space: Waterfront Park is an outdoor space in downtown Seattle providing various amenities such as seating, shade, water, cooling fans, and ADA accessible restrooms (see our accessibility webpage for a full list of resources). Waterfront Park is still under construction until 2025, accessible routes/navigation may be impacted.

Please email [email protected] with any questions or specific accommodation requests for events.

Please fill out our park experience survey HERE with any feedback on how we can make your experience more comfortable and accessible.

FAQs

The Waterfront Park Promenade is parallel to Alaskan Way and you will find the vendor kiosks where Seneca and Spring Streets intersect the promenade. The Seneca intersection is near the Argosy Cruises and the Spring intersection is by the Frankfurter hot dog stand on the promenade.

Please find a full list of transit options on our website. We are closest to the garage on Western between Spring and Seneca. There is limited street parking nearby.

We are closest to the University St. Light Rail station. The FREE Waterfront Shuttle is now operational. Please visit www.seattlewaterfront.org/free-seattle-waterfront-shuttle/ for more information.

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