Maze Dojo

Maze Dojo is the work of Indiana native Ben Uelk, an artist whose passion for puzzles and intricate design has spanned decades. Ben first drew a maze in 1998, but it wasn’t until 2007 that his mazes evolved into the distinct and intricate style that defines his work today. Since then, his mazes have been featured in print magazines, online publications, corporate promotions, music album covers, and most recently, in his published book, United Mazes of America.

In 2024, Ben completed United Mazes of America, a 113-page interactive maze book featuring all 50 U.S. states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico. The book combines his love for geography, puzzles, and intricate art, making it both an engaging challenge and an educational experience. The project was a major success on Kickstarter, where it surpassed its funding goal and brought maze art to a new audience.

Ben’s mazes are all hand-drawn, either with traditional ink and colored pencils or digitally with a tablet and stylus. They are completely solvable as real puzzles, offering a unique combination of art and interactivity.

If you are interested in custom mazes, digital copies, mazes for classrooms, or if you just have general questions, you can contact Ben at mazedojo@gmail.com.

About the Name:

Dojo in Japanese literally means “Place of the Way.” What could be more fitting? A dojo is a place for immersive learning or meditation—and for Ben, creating and solving mazes is a meditative, relaxing experience. Maze Dojo is where he combines that meditative focus with creativity to produce intricate, thought-provoking mazes that challenge and inspire.