Artists
Hacienda de las Rosas Winery is proud to support and host local artists.
An Artist gallery is featured as part of the Wine Tasting Room, hosting the work of artists whose mediums are diverse, including horse and early California selections. This artist friendly setting provides an opportunity for local artists to display artwork to visitors. The art mediums include paintings, sculpture, prints, ceramics, leather and photography.
"Meet the Artist" Receptions:
Every month, the Artist Gallery features local artists and hosts a “Meet the Artist” reception, with complimentary champagne and appetizers. In addition, in partnership and collaboration with the San Diego Fine Art Society, beginning May through August, the Winery hosts a series of Sunset Sundays - "Wine, Women and Art" gatherings with artists, their works and specially designed wine labels, created and signed by the artists.
For more information about upcoming events, please visit our "Events" page.
Current Featured Artist:
Lisa Maywood
Owner of Verre Designs, Lisa Maywood specializes in stained and fused glass creations. Exquisite colors and designs, she has developed pieces to windows, vases, jewelry, and decrative plates. Derived from the French word for "glass", Verre Designs uses the finest materials to create one-of-a-kind pieces.
Amy Wise-Bacis - Amy's passion for photography began at age 15 with a hand-me-down Minolta that was assembled before she was born, lacked any means of auto focus, and to this day resides securely in her arsenal of photography gear. Her insatiable desire to capture moments, objects, and emotions on a still frame continues to translate into a portfolio that encompasses architecture, landscapes, people, and events.
Patti Bean - has been a visual and theater artist for more than 30 years. Her painting styles are as varied as her artistic background and change with her mood and environment. Most of her featured paintings in the Tasting Room hightlight beautiful beach scenes and ocean animals such as sea turtles.
Burt Watson - a creator of the most desirable and gorgeous leather purses and clutches, his creations are very unique and beautiful. In various colors and styles, there is a purse to match any woman's wardrobe!Jeannie 'Todd' McPhearson - local artist who uses different mediums to display her artistic talent. From scenes of beaches, to shell displays, to horse paintings, and to pencil sketches, she demonstrates her wide range of talents.
CJ Wheeler: Local photographer CJ Wheeler features horses, wildlife and cowboys in unique photographs that demonstrate unique lighting and captures the action of the moment. Her photos of western riding and cowboys captures a real sense of the western spirit.
Jennie Edwards : Photographer Jennie Edwards captures many of the San Diego Zoo animals in some of their most comical and thought provoking angles, creating both color and black/white photography that is simply amazing. Each photo has a unique caption, and is beautifully framed to provide a special piece for any office or home.
Alexis Burris : Local Artist, Alexis Burris, displays a unique display of colors with shafts of sunlight and unusual angles. Ther results are spectacular, catpturing the essence of the equine spirit. Her training began at the Quaeter School of Fine Art & Design, and later at the University of Arizona and then post graduate degree from the Royal Copenhagan University of Architecutre and Design in Denmark. Her painting are breathtaking, and capture the spirit of her featured horses.
Kara Nigro : Known as Ms. Kara by her students, Kara Nigro has taught art classes in Rancho Bernardo area, Dehesa Charter School in Escondido and Highland Ranch Elementary. her landscapes and familiar San Diego scenes are complex and detailed, almost photographic in nature. Her true expertise lies in the creation of heirloom portraits from photographs.
