The Unincorporated Mural Project is an ongoing effort to support public art in our community. This wall is a rotating outdoor mural series at our flagship roastery in Altadena. A new Artist every year! The mural grant is provided by Unincorporated Coffee roasters annually.

Austin Scott is a visual artist, illustrator, film editor and storyteller based in Altadena, California. Although he followed TV and film as a career, his heart lies in creating fine art. His bold, playful linework and heartfelt depictions of community life often center on themes of place, memory, and resilience. Inspired by local history and natural surroundings, Austin’s art captures the spirit of neighborhoods through a lens that’s both whimsical and deeply emotional.

His mural “Altadena Forever”, located near the burn zone of the Eaton Canyon Fire, represents a turning point in his creative journey—bridging illustration and public art to engage a broader audience. The project follows the success of an original illustration featured in Pasadena Now, which helped raise awareness and support for fire recovery efforts. With a focus on honoring what was lost and celebrating what remains, Austin continues to use his art to preserve stories and spark connection.

“Altadena Forever” is a love letter to a community shaped by resilience. Painted just 40 feet away from the edge of the Eaton Canyon Fire burn zone, this mural commemorates beloved local establishments that were lost, while honoring the wildlife and landmarks that define our foothill town. It’s a snapshot of Altadena’s soul—part memory, part celebration, part dream.

What began as a black-and-white illustration created to support fire relief quickly grew into something more permanent, more communal. Hundreds of free copies have been dispersed and kids across Altadena have colored them, one parent saying “these are really helping my daughter process things.” Through vibrant imagery and joyful details, the scaled-up and expanded mural captures the warmth and creativity of businesses that once served as neighborhood hubs. Side by side with enduring landmarks and symbols of surviving nature, they form a visual chorus of remembrance and hope.

Though many of the places represented here are now gone, their legacy lives on in our collective memory—and on this wall. “Altadena Forever” is a reminder that what defines a place is not just its buildings, but the people, stories, and spirit that endure.

We are proud and honored to be able to share our wall with some incredible artists. we'd like to thank all artists who have helped make this project special.