Plants were used by our ancestors for healing. It wasn’t that many generations ago that plants were humanity’s only source of medicine. Perhaps you or some of your relative still use herbalism today. I do. Read on to learn about Ghost Pipe, Gumweed, Lavender, Rosemary and Lemonbalm and to see the paintings!
Front page article by Amy Daileda in the September 2025 issue.
“Let’s create some love and light for the neighborhood!” was Lisa Laser’s enthusiastic response when approached about being part of a neighborhood art show. Yes! When in doubt about how to make a positive difference in the world, I like
The March 2025 artist at the Pulse PDX Gallery was Amy Daileda. Read more about her in this blog post. https://pulsepdx.net/paintings-by-amy-daileda
Featured interview with artist Amy Daileda on the Creatives Having Coffee Blog, April 2025. What do you love about making art? It feels like magic being able to create something from nothing! Click the link to read the full interview.
Express your vibrant nature by voting!
New postcards created from the painting “Joy” by Amy Daileda. All proceeds benefit Four Directions Vote, empowering native American voters.
Creating your own backyard oasis with native plants not only gives you a sense of calm and ease but also aids our native wildlife. These 7 native plants are all easy to grow in your Portland yard.
Since I’m offering my first collection of painting reproductions, I did research to find an earth friendly packaging option. Here’s what I found so you can use these too.
My first miniature painting collection will be on exhibit at the Angelica Kauffman Gallery in Chicago for the month of December, 2023!
Learn about 2 paintings inspired by camping in the beautiful Pacific Northwest.
I have always told myself that one day I would return to painting. It’s been a lifelong dream. Now is the time! Read more about my journey in this blog post.
It can be idyllic painting out in nature. It can also be challenging! Read about painting “Ghost Flower” and “Protected” in the old growth forest and learn about two unusual plants.
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