Discover Art and Nature

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Who we are

Our Featured Strolls

Succulent Jewels
$25.00

Join us for a succulent celebration at Mission Hills Nursery where we learn how to draw and paint a variety of succulents, then create a succulent jewel keepsake. All materials provided and all ages and abilities welcome

Where: Mission Hills Nursery 1525 Fort Stockton Dr, San Diego, CA 92103

When: Sep 26th 10-12

Difficulty: Very Easy

Migratory Birds - Fall
$45.00

In this stroll we observe the extensive migratory bird population as they enjoy a warm weather stop along their country long journey. With the beautiful Lake Murray as our backdrop, we will use binoculars and practice animal tracking and identifying. Our art activities range from watercolor feathers to observational sketching to track printing.

Lake Murray is a picturesque lake right off the 8 and has many easy trails meandering around the lake. There are restrooms and plenty of parking.

Location: Lake Murray

Directions: 5650 Kiowa Dr, La Mesa CA 91942

Duration: 2.5 hrs

Difficulty: Easy

Our Types of Strolls

These Strolls are open to the public and include seasonal themes. They usually run 2 hrs long and range from easy to moderate difficulty in a variety of natural spaces. Click to see which Strolls are offered this season.

Public - Seasonal


We offer private Strolls that creatively cater to your needs. These stroll are perfect for birthdays, company collaborations, or team building.

Choose from a menu of art activities and diverse locations, then fill out our form to request a private Stroll. These Strolls run 2.5 hrs long, and are offered at a discounted price of $25 per person with a min capacity of 4.

Private - All Year


Events and Partnerships

Check out our calendar of special single session events hosted by amazing local partners. This is a great way to experience a more relaxed version of what we do, as these events usually do not include a hike and are set in accessible spaces.

If you would like to inquire about future partnerships and hosting a sketch and stroll at your business please email us directly from our Contact page.


The Art Kit

We provide Art Kits with every Sketch and Stroll. Each participant gets to use a variety of art supplies and then take their sketchbook home!

Learn more about the supplies we provide on the Resources page

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  • The most fun I've ever had watercoloring. I plan to make my own watercolor plein air kit for painting outside.

    Recent Client

  • Being outside in the beautiful nature we were focusing on at the River Park, participating with friends, how organized, prepared, and interactive Emma and Collin were.

    Recent Client

  • The educational stroll beforehand was also a wonderful way to help participants slow down, observe the landscape, and know what to look for before creating their artwork.

    Recent Client