Nick is an artist of 40 plus years originally from Zimbabwe, he studied art and design in Durban, South Africa, and has had an eclectic career in painting and wine events, health, and beauty advertising most recently, designing POP displays at retail. Nick has won many awards for his display designs over the last twenty-odd years. “Kelly my awesome wife and I are both originally from Zimbabwe,  and they were married in Monterey Ca. and lived there for 5 or so years, working in local advertising and travel industries. I responded to the call of the wine industry and moved on to Northern California, where we spent nearly 20 years, raising a family working for E&J Gallo winery creative services, a wonderful career in itself with a great company.

“We have lived in and loved Orange County now for 12 years” He also likes to paint abstract works of art and local beauty spots that catch his interest for pleasure.

He teaches sip and paint events with Painting & Vino in Orange County to be able to share his love of creativity and wine. Nick teaches at, Bella Collina in San Clemente, OC Tavern San Clemente, Mamas Restaurant in Huntington Beach and Ladera Ranch, and Laguna Beach Beer Company in Laguna Canyon Come wine and design with this amazing instructor!