Jerrald grew up in the Philippines before attending high school in Tukwila and graduating from the University of Washington this summer with a degree in drawing and painting. His versatile artistic style spans from realism to abstract and pop art, and he excels in both traditional and digital media. Jerrald is proud to count great Seattle artists like Jacob Lawrence and Jaq Chartier among his influences.
In a city known for its coffee culture, Cafe Avole proudly brings us the best of both worlds – Seattle community and craft, Ethiopian ingredients and heritage. Avole’s coffee beans are handpicked and locally roasted — they’ve traveled continents to bring you a taste of Ethiopian tradition. Cafe Avole’s Rainier location occupies an honored space within the Ethiopian Community in Seattle (ECS)’s Ethiopian Village building.