Concordia Artist Collective Art Show, Year 2!
Join us September 12 from 3-7pm in the Concordia Commons for the 2026 Concordia Artist Collective Art Show. 8 artists from the Concordia neighborhood will […]
Magical Healing Herbs
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!
Concordia Artist Collective Art Show
“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!
Joy Postcard Project
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.
7 Native Plants to Grow in Your Portland Backyard Habitat
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.
Eco Friendly Packaging for Art Prints
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.
Tiny Forest Flora
My first miniature painting collection will be on exhibit at the Angelica Kauffman Gallery in Chicago for the month of December, 2023!
From Sewing to Painting: Leveling Up Self Expression
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.
Painting in Old Growth Forests
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.
Representations: Womxn, Art & AI
I’ve dipped my toe into the future and you can too! Check out this innovative exhibit May 12- June 4 and collect some free NFTs too.
The Joy of Growing Native Plants
Adding native plants to your yard helps create a wildlife corridor. Native plants are beautiful, low maintenance and important for wildlife.