Street painter Melanie Stimmell, internationally acclaimed for bringing  pavement to life, will be the featured guest for an intimate Artist in Residence dinner at 6:30 p.m. May 16 at Lon’s at The Hermosa Inn.

The evening will feature a pre-dinner wine reception at which Stimmell will mingle with guests. Participants will enjoy a four-course dinner designed especially for the occasion by Lon’s executive chef, Michael Rusconi, showcasing his artful American culinary style.

Melanie Stimmell

After dinner, Stimmell will share stories about her life and career, do a question-and-answer session and a sample street painting will be displayed on Lon’s patio, according to Pam Swartz, cultural arts director for The Hermosa Inn.

qStimmell is the only woman to have won the title of “Maestro” and several gold medals in both Italy and Germany. The Artist in Residence dinner at Lon’s is an opportunity for Valley residents and visitors to mingle with this internationally acclaimed street painter.

The cost for the Artist in Residence dinner is $125 per person, including tax and gratuity and a four-course dinner paired with wines. Reservations are required and can be made by calling Lon’s at 602-955-7878.

Lon’s at The Hermosa Inn is located at 5532 N. Palo Cristi Road. For more information, visit www.lons.com.