MEET THE ARTIST

Joe Wirtheim

He's a proud Midwesterner who now calls the Pacific Northwest home and an artist for almost 20 years. At his studio in Portland, Oregon he brings to life visions that center around the garden, kitchen, and community. Joe’s purpose is to dramatize the struggle to humanize the future, assuage our anxieties of the future, and to lend purpose to being an American consumer.

Bringing Art to Life

Everything starts with a feeling, an idea, and a doodle. As a regular sketch-booker and note-taker, Joe is always looking for inspiration and capturing it for later use. When an idea is ready, a drawing with pencil and paper is made. Next, drawings go to the computer, where a drawing tablet aids in building full-color artwork.

This project is my way of having a positive effect on this world by offering a shred of hope, friendliness, and purpose.

2007-2024

Through the Years

2007

Origin Story

After a class in screen-printing and researching American poster history, Joe discovered his passion for the war-eras’ Victory Gardens and the futuristic New York World’s Fair of 1939 and 1964.

This is where the name “Victory Garden of Tomorrow” originated. He created his first-ever poster designs representing this idea.

2008

Ohio to Oregon

Joe moved to Portland, OR. His first summer in the Pacific Northwest was one of the most creative to date. He partners with a local print store to create his posters as well as sets up his Etsy shop.

2010

Launching the Store

An editorial feature showcasing a poster design in Martha Stewart’s Living Magazine greatly boosts this small passion project.

This paved the way for Joe to start a graphic design business and become the artist he is today.

2017-2018

10 Years and Trailblazers

Celebrating the 10th anniversary with limited-edition pieces. In 2018, Joe was commissioned to create posters for the Portland Trailblazers basketball team.

2020

Growing the Garden

The Garden Signs have grown abundantly with great success throughout our community. Excitedly, a collaboration with Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation.

2024

Creative Refresh

Joe expanded his creative team and invested in refreshing the website after over 9 years! With more structure and camaraderie, comes creative possibilities, and a fresh sense of ambition sets in.