HealdsburgCraftedSpring Sweets Painting with Vanessa Montenegro
HEALDSBURG

Spring Sweets Painting with Vanessa Montenegro

A spring dessert-inspired workshop featuring guided still-life instruction from Artist-in-Residence Vanessa Montenegro. Using Folia's sweets as inspiration, guests enjoy a playful, pastry-filled painting session exploring color, texture, and form. Leave with your own delectable painting and a complete set of art supplies to continue creating at home.
Meet our Instructor
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Dessert-Inspired Art
Spring Sweets Painting with Vanessa Montenegro
A spring dessert-inspired workshop featuring guided still-life instruction from Artist-in-Residence Vanessa Montenegro. Using Folia's sweets as inspiration, guests enjoy a playful, pastry-filled painting session exploring color, texture, and form. Leave with your own delectable painting and a complete set of art supplies to continue creating at home.

Features

  • Dessert-inspired still-life painting instruction with Artist-in-Residence Vanessa Montenegro.
  • Use Folia's seasonal sweets as artistic inspiration for playful, pastry-themed compositions.
  • Take home your finished dessert painting plus a complete set of art supplies.
  • Wear comfortable clothing and, most importantly, bring an open mind and a spirit of curiosity.
  • Appellation's chef crafted seasonal bites and local Sonoma County wines will be shared to compliment the class conversations.
Vanessa Montenegro
Artist in Residence
Vanessa Montenegro
Acclaimed Still Life Painter

We are honored to welcome artist Vanessa Montenegro as Appellation Healdsburg's Artist-in-Residence from February 28 - March 30, 2026.

Vanessa Montenegro works across graphite, pastels, oils, and acrylics, adapting her style to suit each subject. Known for vibrant color, expressive lines, and an ability to capture energy, movement, light, and shadow, her work spans people, animals, nature, sports, and occasional social commentary—often with a touch of humor.

Testimonials

"The instructor was clear and creative. It was so relaxing!" - Cathy L.
"A great 2 hours with my daughter, we loved to make cookies together." - Jennifer G.
"We learned something new and now appreciate it." - Carrie M.
"Everyone was so friendly and I met some new ladies. Thank you so much for the special time!" – Marilys G.
"I loved the people, experience, atmosphere and learning." - Diane B.
"Very straight forward step-by-step directions, clear and concise. Lots of support and encouragement." - Renee L.