The Artist in Residence Program
A Celebration of Artistry in All Its Forms
At Bella Union Winery, we believe the making of wine and the making of art are reflections of shared values: care, craft, and connection. Our Artist in Residence program invites renowned creators to immerse themselves in our landscape and community, translating inspiration into beautiful visual stories.
Each year, we invite a distinguished artist to immerse themselves in our estate, engaging with our winemakers, vineyards, and heritage to create a body of work that reflects the spirit of Bella Union Winery.
"Harold Mendez’s work sets the tone for what this program will become: a meaningful, lasting dialogue between tradition and transformation.” - Beth Nickel, Proprietress
Bella Union's First Artist in Residence: Harold Mendez
Harold Mendez, a first-generation American of Mexican-Colombian descent and acclaimed for his work in installation, photography, and sculpture, is Bella Union Winery’s first artist in residence. A 2024 Guggenheim Fellow, Mendez is known for exploring memory, materiality, and identity, with work shown at MoMA, the Whitney Biennial, and more. In fall 2024, he immersed himself in the Bella Union estate, collaborating with winemaker Brooke Bobyak Price to shape the winery’s visual identity.
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