Thursday Jume 4th, we set out on the ultimate colorful adventure: hunting down several Katie Daisy murals along the fabulous Oregon Mural Trail!
If you aren’t familiar, the Oregon Mural Trail was created by local tourism boards to spotlight local artists, boost small-town economies, and sprinkle some magic across Central Oregon. Every mural is bursting with nostalgia, painted in the gorgeous style of a vintage 1930s–1950s postcard. (Fun fact: Katie often teams up with her painting partner, Karen Eland!)
Our morning kicked off in Bend at the Worthy Garden Club. Their mural reads “Cultivate your Garden,” and they took that literally—the surrounding flowering plants were vibrant, lush, and full of color.
The mural is a collaboration between Katie Daisy and Karen Eland. The “ReWild” mural was a solo project painted by Karen Eland.
Next, we headed south to La Pine to find our next hidden gem at the Chamber of Commerce parking lot (51375 Huntington Rd).
It was a bit tricky to track down, but so worth the search—especially since I was thrilled to spot an adorable otter painted on it!
Turning back north, we stopped in Sunriver. This one was an even bigger treasure hunt; we actually had to pop into the resort lobby to ask for directions, and that is where we ran into this guy.
Tucked away by the bike barn, this beauty stole my heart with its intricate floral details and a stunning depiction of Mt. Hood.
From Sunriver, we made tracks for the charming town of Sisters to visit Katie’s very own shop, The Wheatfield (484 W Washington Ave).
While it’s normally only open Friday through Sunday, she was kind enough to open it just for us by appointment. Meeting her was an absolute highlight of the whole trip! Katie Daisy is just like her art: gracious, humble, and a total joy to be around.
Her shop is packed with her own gorgeous creations alongside treasures she has hand-curated to match her whimsical vibe.
After a bit more strolling through Sisters, it was time for lunch. Sisters has a fantastic food truck scene, so we hit up The Barn (171 E Main Ave)—a lively taphouse with a rotating lineup of trucks and a great patio. We opted for a scratch-made pizza, and oh my goodness, it did not disappoint!
Fueled up and ready for more art, we found the Sisters mural located on the exterior back wall of the Marigold and True boutique gift shop (351 W Hood Ave).
Featuring the majestic Three Sisters mountain peaks, local wildlife, and native wildflowers, this one officially became my favorite of the whole day.
Heading north, our next stop was Redmond (520 SW Evergreen Ave, tucked between SW 5th and SW 6th Streets).
Located right at the opening of an alley, this mural is signature Katie Daisy: a dusty pink background alive with landscapes, flora, and fauna, including owls, a butterfly, quail, and a lone Ponderosa pine.
Our final two stops in Madras and Warm Springs are absolutely fabulous, though the buildings they are painted on have seen better days. The Madras mural (715 SW Fifth Street, on the side of the Midland Realty building) perfectly captures the vibrant blues and yellows of the high desert landscape.
Over in Warm Springs, the mural sits right on Highway 26. Because it’s located within the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs Reservation, it doesn’t have a standard street address—but you can’t miss it!
Instead of the usual “Greetings from,” this one reads “Niix Pam Wiyanawi”—which means “Welcome” in Sahaptin, a Native American language of the Pacific Northwest. Along with gorgeous scenery, this piece includes illustrations of local people going about their daily lives.
There are still several other Katie Daisy murals left on the trail, which means I am already planning my return trip! As a first-time visitor to Oregon, I fell completely in love with its dramatic mountains, lush river valleys, volcanic peaks, and high-desert plateaus. I haven’t even made it to the Pacific coast yet, so a follow up trip is definitely in my future.
If you haven’t visited Oregon yet, consider this your sign to pack your bags. I promise you’ll find the state—and Katie Daisy’s art—just as magical as I do!