watercolor painting at a Japanese garden

Art in Nature: A Creative Wellness Experience

Disconnect, dive in, and discover the transformative power of art and nature combined.

Welcome to your personal sanctuary. Our nature-inspired art sessions are designed to be a rejuvenating break from your daily routine—a perfect blend of outdoor wellness, mindfulness, and creative exploration. Using nature as our muse, you will learn to slow down, connect with your surroundings, and express yourself through visual art.

Whether you are looking to relieve stress, find fresh inspiration, or simply gift yourself a day of uninterrupted quiet, your journey to wellness starts here.

No prior art experience is required! This experience is crafted for all skill levels, especially absolute beginners.

What to Expect

Every session is a unique journey shaped by the beauty of our setting. Your day is balanced to give you space both to connect with others and to retreat inward:

  • Guided Reflection: Group mindfulness and creative framing to ground you in the space.
  • Skill Learning & Creation: Step-by-step guidance using nature as our live subject.
  • Alone Time: Solitary space to create, wander, and absorb the natural environment at your own pace.
  • Group Time: A supportive community environment to share space and reflections.

Looking for a deeper dive? Additional and mixed mediums are offered exclusively in our full-day sessions, multi-day Retreats & Special Sessions.

Questions?

Do I need to be an artist to join? Not at all. These sessions are about the process of creation and the wellness benefits of being in nature, not the final perfection of the piece. We welcome all backgrounds and skill levels.

What is included in the registration fee?

  • All high-quality art materials for the day. Yu can opt to purchase the materials after the session if you wish.
  • Creative guidance, art instruction and workshop facilitation.
  • A light, healthy lunch (we accommodate any dietary restrictions or allergies).

Where are the sessions held? Our adult art classes take place at a variety of beautiful outdoor locations. Because we partner with changing natural landscapes, itineraries and specific settings will vary by date.

What do I need to bring with me? Your openness and curiosity! Upon completing your registration, we will email you a detailed confirmation that includes the exact location coordinates and a short list of outdoor essentials to bring for the day (such as appropriate layers, sturdy footwear, or a water bottle).

Ready to take the plunge into visual creativity?

Calendar and Booking

Things We’ll Cover & Itinerary Sample
New Ways of Seeing: Foraging for Color, Shape and Texture
Body & Mind in Creativity (light movement warm-up)
Guided location exploration (intentional nature walk or forest bathing)
Extended exploration focusing on lines, shadows, and natural patterns.
Storytelling Through Sketching: using your art to journal and preserve what you see.
Sketching, Drawing & Watercolor Practice in Plein Air
Site Walk & Reflection
Dedicated time to develop skills and interact with the local environment.
Lunch
Community circle, tea ceremony

You can also create your own custom writing workshop or retreat for your own private group.
We welcome your questions. Not sure? Have a thought? Need more details? Please reach out.

Pricing: Art in Nature

Art in Nature Workshop Session Details
Duration: 3 Hours
Location: Usually Bellevue Botanical Garden, but location can vary depending on the season.
Price: $99 – Lunch, art supplies, fees and taxes are included in price.

Full Day Workshops 6 Hours You can upgrade to a full day and increase the benefits! Select the full day add on for an additional $70.