Victor Meléndez is a Seattle-based artist, designer, illustrator, and muralist whose work explores the relationship between illustration, design, and public art. Drawing from his upbringing in Mexico and his background in graphic design, he creates bold, colorful compositions that combine organic forms, expressive characters, and strong visual storytelling. His practice ranges from murals and paintings to prints and illustration, with an interest in creating work that feels engaging, approachable, and rooted in craftsmanship. Through public art, he hopes to create moments of curiosity and connection while contributing to the identity of the communities where his work lives. During his residency, he will be developing a large-scale mural for Bellingham Technical College while also expanding his studio practice through new paintings, screenprints and linocuts. He sees the residency as an opportunity to share his creative process with the public while exploring new directions in his artistic practice.