The Corner of California and Alaska

Artist Resume

The corner of California and Alaska, in the heart of West Seattle’s Junction neighborhood, a historic hub just across the bay from downtown Seattle, is home to more than just a record store; it is a touchstone for the music community.

Record stores are where we run into old friends, discover new sounds, and feel connected to something bigger than ourselves. This piece is not a tribute, but a reflection of what that space holds: a sense of belonging. It honors the role places like this play in keeping community alive - for the artists, the weirdos, the fans, and everyone in between.

That sense of belonging is what fuels As Many Weirdos As Possible. The project celebrates the people and places that shaped our music community, capturing stories that show how culture is kept alive not only through artists, but also through the spaces where connection happens.

Image of exterior of miniature
Image of model of "Easy Street Records" in miniature form from the front.
Image of model of "Easy Street Records" in miniature form from the side. Also seen is a red star in a white background on the side of the box.
Image of model of "Easy Street Records" in miniature form from the front captured at a different angle.
The Corner of California and Alaska - Front of Store
The Corner of California and Alaska - Full Room Box - Lit - Birdseye View
Image of model of "Easy Street Records" in miniature form from the front with the lights turned on indicating a nighttime scene.
The Corner of California and Alaska - Murals - Detail
The Corner of California and Alaska - Telephone Pole Detail
Image of the side of the building with the streetlamp and murals illuminated.
The Corner of California and Alaska - Signature

Meet the Artist

Rosetta Greek devoted 251.75 hours to creating a half-inch-scale replica of West Seattle’s Easy Street Records, The Corner of California and Alaska. Every poster, window frame, and architectural detail was cut, shaped, and placed by hand - a meticulous tribute to one of Seattle’s most iconic music landmarks.

From Pop-Tart wrappers, second hand clothing, salvaged wood and reused packaging to scraps of paper and glue, Rosetta’s work transforms everyday materials into something iconic. This piece celebrates the ingenuity and grit at the heart of the Pacific Northwest’s music community.

At the corner of California Ave SW and Alaska St, the heart of West Seattle’s Junction, sits a record store that fuels a community, soundtracks a city, and caffeinates generations of music lovers.

The Corner of California and Alaska
has been acquired by a private collector.

The work will be on view at Easy Street Records on November 13, 2025, during the West Seattle Art Walk (5–8 PM). Visitors are invited to view the piece and join a short conversation with Rosetta Greek and Matt Vaughan, moderated by Lance Mercer, beginning at 7 PM.

All proceeds will go directly to Poser Productions’ nonprofit work preserving Pacific Northwest music history through As Many Weirdos As Possible.

Poser Productions is a fiscally sponsored by Shunpike, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. EIN: 91-2164154.

Image of Rosetta Greek, the creator of the miniature leaning on the floor with Mark Pickerel, also kneeled in front of the art piece. Rosetta, left, has red rimmed glasses and a black outfit on while Mark, right is wearing a black vest and blue plaid

Rosetta Greek (Visual Artist and Creator of The Corner of California and Alaska), and Mark Pickerel (Singer/Guitarist/Drummer) pose with The Corner of California and Alaska during a showing at a private home.

Rosetta Greek, Lance Mercer, and Matt Vaughan standing in front of the Easy Street Records van.

Rosetta Greek (Visual Artist and Creator of The Corner of California and Alaska), Lance Mercer (Music Photographer), and Matt Vaughan (Owner, Easy Street Records)

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q: What is The Corner of California and Alaska and who created it?
    It’s a one-of-a-kind artwork by Rosetta Greek, crafted over 250 hours. The piece is a meditation on belonging, celebrating the record store as the heart of a neighborhood where music lovers, artists, and everyday weirdos find connection.

  • A: Created in 2025 specifically for As Many Weirdos As Possible, this piece is one of a kind. It reflects a real intersection in West Seattle that holds personal meaning for the artist and community.

  • A: A mix of traditional and salvaged items: wood, wire, glue, paint, skewers, toothpicks, stir sticks, jewelry findings, paper, plus repurposed materials like a rose branch, Pop-Tart wrapper, cat food box cardboard, salad container plastic, and second-hand clothing.

  • A: 11" tall × 14" wide × 8" deep.

  • A: Yes, November 13, 2025 at Easy Street Records during the West Seattle Art Walk. Follow us on socials for details.

  • A: The devil’s in the details.

    • Hand-scored brick facades with hand-painted murals of Chris Cornell and Andrew Wood along side a layered poster wall compiled from original show flyers.

    • Working lighting includes overhead signs, lampposts, entryway lights, rooftop string lights, glowing front windows, second-floor interior windows, and the underlit canopy over Chris Cornell.

    • Custom marquis and hand-painted storefront signage.

    • Displays referencing Seattle music legends (Brandi Carlile, Duff McKagan, Heart, Jerry Cantrell, Macklemore, Mudhoney, Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Sir Mix-A-Lot, Melvins, Mother Love Bone and Chris Cornell)

    • Realistic telephone pole with tiny flyers and show bills compiled from original show flyers.

    • Exterior of room box complete with iconic red star on all sides and the back with the date and the artist’s signature.

  • A: A professional appraisal will establish a starting value, but the final price will depend on whether it’s sold privately or through auction.

  • A: 100% of proceeds benefit Poser Productions, a nonprofit organization. Its first initiative, As Many Weirdos As Possible, preserves untold stories, amplifies underrepresented voices, and builds community through portraiture, storytelling, and cultural events.

  • A: The buyer is fully responsible for arranging local pickup in Seattle, WA. Poser Productions will not ship or deliver this work. Once the sale is finalized, we will coordinate a pickup time and location with the buyer.