SEE MOREA painting of Jimothy, the viral raccoon, by Seattle artist Ryan Henry Ward. The corporate generosity started as a grassroots effort on Instagram in July, where prolific Seattle artist Ryan Henry Ward auctioned a 24-by-24-inch painting of the internet-famous raccoon to benefit the food bank. (Click to enlarge) Some of the Jimothy messages between Amazon and other brands on social media. Jimothy’s path from Ballard backyards to corporate mascot of sorts began when photos and videos of the round raccoon started circulating online. Ben Trammel, who shot video of Jimothy as a baby last year, threw out the first pitch.