Norwegian Unveils Wyland's Hull Artwork for Alaska-Bound Norwegian Bliss

"I can't think of a more perfect canvas for a marine artist than Norwegian Bliss and I hope my art inspires people to see the beauty in nature and hopefully work to preserve it," Wyland said in a statement of his own. "Norwegian is as committed as I am to ensuring the health of the oceans and our planet and I look forward to our partnership as we use art, science and adventure to inspire a generation to take care of our blue planet."

Norwegian Bliss, which will be the first Norwegian cruise ship to make its debut in Seattle, will feature exhaust gas scrubbers designed to decrease air emissions.

The 4,000-guest Breakaway Class ship will be constructed at Germany's Meyer Werft shipyard and is scheduled to be delivered in the spring of 2018. Afterward the vessel will begin operating seven-day cruises to Alaska from Seattle's Pier 66.

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