Portola Paints co-founder Jamie Davis joins us for Friday Five, sharing why he can't quit Tumblr, the importance of creativity in his home, vintage instruments + more.

Jamie Davis, along with his brother Casey, founded Portola Paints in 1998. Born and raised in Los Angeles, the duo were mentored by their father, a high-end custom home builder. “My brother and I have been working side-by-side for 25 years, supporting each other,” Davis shares. “My father, Jim, is the person who had the original idea of starting this company when I was still in high school. He has been through thick and thin with us every step of the way, and I have always valued his opinion, especially when it comes to design and aesthetics.”
His dad’s 1969 Martin D45 guitar was the first piece of design to catch his attention. Detailed work along every inch, including an abalone inlay up and down the fretboard as well as all along the binding and the headstock, makes it a true work of art in Davis’ eyes. “It also plays and sounds so warm and beautiful. I joke with my dad about going through his collection of guitars and picking ‘teams.’ He always picks that one first!” Jamie Davis, co-founder of Portola Paints
Davis inherited a deep love for design and color, finding his passion for the arts through the exploration of photography, painting, and architecture at an early age. When collaborating, the brothers drew inspiration from their artis...