FOUNDER

Anna Sweet’s journey is a testament to the beauty of blending artistry and ambition. A Manhattan School of Visual Arts dropout turned global success story, Anna’s work as a visual artist has earned a place in prestigious collections worldwide, garnering the admiration of collectors and art enthusiasts alike. Her creative spirit and bold vision have always pushed boundaries, leading her to her next great canvas: the wine world.

In 2019, Anna and her husband planted roots in Oregon’s celebrated Dundee Hills wine region, purchasing a vineyard with a dream to reimagine the wine experience. From that dream, Artist Block was born—a brand that merges her passions for art, inclusivity, and exceptional wine. Anna envisioned Artist Block as a space where fine wine meets unrestrained creativity, fostering an environment that welcomes everyone, from first-time tasters to seasoned connoisseurs.

With a mission to champion young creative talent, Artist Block not only celebrates the craft of winemaking but also the artistry of emerging female voices. Every bottle and every event is designed to spark joy, inspire imagination, and remind people that wine is meant to be enjoyed by all. Whether it’s your first glass or your hundredth, Anna ensures that at Artist Block, fine wine is accessible, unpretentious, and always shared in good company.

WINEMAKER

Bree, Oregon’s only Female Master of Wine, is a vinous imagineer who brings a global perspective to Oregon from her work in wine regions on nearly every continent. A committed educator and industry leader holding roles with the Oregon Wine Board, NW Wine Coalition, and Assemblage Diversity in Wine. Stock describes herself as a “doer and dreamer.” As a winemaker, Bree believes that Oregon wine country has unlimited potential. “Our success is limited only by our imaginations and the vinestock available to us.”

VINEYARD MANAGER

Chris has been farming world-class vineyards since 2013. As a sommelier and beverage consultant in the Baltimore restaurant industry, he developed a passion for wine. Then he dove headfirst into production, working outside the country with stints as a cellar rat in the Western Cape of South Africa and Waipara, New Zealand. His travels introduced him to both winemaking and viticulture. After returning home, Chris moved to Napa Valley, where he began the Viticulturist role at Opus One and became a key member of their winemaking team. Ambitious and seeking adventure in a new sphere of the wine world, Chris decided to move north to Oregon’s Willamette Valley in the summer of 2018, whereupon he joined the Atlas Team as Vineyard Manager.

GENERAL MANAGER

Jessy and Anna have known each other since High School. They completed their WSET level 2 together before working their first harvest in Oregon in 2019. They quickly fell in love with Oregon wine, and Jessy recently moved from Crested Butte, Colorado, to join Anna at the helm of Artist Block. Together, they are working to change how wine is enjoyed in the Willamette Valley.

Jessy’s favorite Artist Block wine is Woo Juice.

TASTING ROOM LEAD

Britt's love for travel, delicious food, and great wine started during a road trip with her dad in Italy. Upon returning home, she entered the Wine Studies program at Central Washington University and graduated top of her class. After working harvest at Résonance and a year at Ponzi Vineyards, she joined Artist Block. Brittany’s joyful spirit, bright smile, and exceptional hospitality set the bar for our employees. When not at Artist Block, Britt loves being outside with friends and planning her next international travels.

Brittany’s favorite Artist Block wIne is “Rainbow Juice.”

TASTING ROOM MANAGER, ARTIST BLOCK WINE BAR

Cuisine has been Becca‘s passion since she was a kid. She studied French with the hopes of moving there to attend culinary school. While studying abroad in Lyon, her intrigue and love for wine was sparked. Returning to her hometown in southern Washington, she discovered Oregon wine country and worked her first harvest in 2022. Since then, she has immersed herself in wine and has recently completed WSET level 3. She loves that wine is an interdisciplinary subject you can never stop learning. She loves Artist Block's unique and creative approach to everything from winemaking to event planning. In her free time, she tests recipes, studies languages, and works out with her handsome german boyfriend

Becca’s Favorite Artist Block wine is Yummy Yummy Yummy :)

GALLERY CURATOR

Curator Emma Schmitt earned her degree in Studio Art from George Fox University. She started working with Owner, Anna Sweet as her Studio Manager in 2022 and joined Artist Block as curator as they launched in May 2023. Emma adores color and pop art so working on Artist Block’s curation has been a dream.

Emma enjoys spending time with her partner and researching art and pop culture history. Her favorite AB wine is “Cha-Ching Cha-Ching.”