I'm an artist, surface pattern + fabric designer, author, mama, and online teacher in Portland, OR. I believe in the power of art-making as a tool for radical self-care. I help people feel a little bit brighter and a little bit less alone through the art and products I make, the words I write, and the classes I teach. Come join 18k+ people in my colorful, uplifting world!
Hello, October! 🎃
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Hi Reader, and happy October! This might be my favorite month of all the months. I love when summer turns to fall. I love the cozy weather, and the sweaters, and the extra blankets on the bed, and the leaves and the light changing, and the pumpkin everything, everywhere... There's something so inspiring about this time of year! Do you feel the same way? The painting above is a bit of a nod to the spookiness of this season, with all those little white ghosts floating above the trees, in a fluorescent sky.... I'm excited to dedicate a bit more time painting in the coming weeks, as this time of year is perfect for cozying up in the studio with a cup of tea and a fresh palette of paint. :) Things have, as ever, been full full full around here! We had a super sad loss last month in our little family – our sweet cat, Magic, was hit by a car, which was absolutely crushing for my kids and me. He was a wildly adventurous cat, full of bravado and personality, and we miss him immensely. That said, after feeling it and letting it all sink in, we came to the conclusion that there are a lot of kittens and cats who need loving homes, and we have enough room in our hearts to feel the heartbreak of losing Magic and also to love a new kitty. So off we went to the Humane Society, and look who we came home with: Meet Louis and Jellybean! (The most ridiculous names.🤣) Louis is the white one and Jellybean is the black one. We love them so much already. And these two are staying inside!! In other news, mark your calendars for November 12th! That's the day I'll be opening my online new HOLIDAY SHOP, and there'll be a lot of new things available – some that are very limited in quantity (hello, original paintings!) – so you'll definitely want to remember the date and come check it out! Ornaments, greeting cards, paintings, oracle card decks, books, wrapping paper, and more. I'm so excited to share everything with you! Sending love, color, and creative magic your way today! LET'S BE FRIENDS ON IG!
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Jessica Swift.
I'm an artist, surface pattern + fabric designer, author, mama, and online teacher in Portland, OR. I believe in the power of art-making as a tool for radical self-care. I help people feel a little bit brighter and a little bit less alone through the art and products I make, the words I write, and the classes I teach. Come join 18k+ people in my colorful, uplifting world!
Hi Reader – Last week I hinted that something special was coming… and today I'm pumped that I finally get to share it with you! I’m thrilled to introduce 100 Creative Days – a brand-new 100-day workshop designed to help you build a consistent creative practice, (re)connect with your inner artist, and ease into the new year feeling grounded, supported, and creatively alive. For 100 days, we’ll move through a simple rhythm together: show up, make something small, celebrate the process. You’ll...
Hey Reader – Happy Tuesday! I'm having a hard time wrapping my brain around the fact that we're at the start of the holiday season... but, here we are! Seeing as how it's mid-November already, I'm excited to finally share with you that my 2026 calendars are now available. Yay! This year's calendar is filled with drawings and paintings created inside my sketchbooks, to take you through the darker days of winter, through the fresh energy of spring, the ripeness of summer, the mellowing of the...
Hi Reader – The countdown is on – Art Oasis begins TOMORROW! 🌸 If you’ve been thinking about joining but haven’t signed up yet, now’s your moment. This is your invitation to spend seven days immersed in color, creativity, and connection. It's going to be a truly epic week. Here’s what’s waiting for you starting tomorrow: 5 daily workshops and demos from 30+ amazing artists Cozy Conversations filled with inspiration and insight A global creative community to share, connect, and grow with...