Immerse yourself in the wild beauty of Tuolumne Meadows on this multi-day art retreat led by artist Lindsey Fox. Designed for adventurous creatives with some watercolor experience, this workshop invites you to step onto the trail — learning to paint on location using portable, wilderness-friendly materials. As you hike, camp, and create in Yosemite’s stunning high country, Lindsey will guide you through playful watercolor and ink exercises that embrace abstraction, helping you capture the energy, color, and rhythm of the alpine landscape.
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:
- Program dates: August 14–August 16
- Program location: Tuolumne Meadows
- What’s included:
- Three days of progressive learning and outdoor painting with artist Lindsey Fox.
- Four nights of tent camping — shared amongst participants in Tuolumne Meadows — or upgrade to Tuolumne Meadows Lodge for an additional fee.
- There is no discount if you choose not to stay at the group campsite.
- What’s not included: Participants must supply their own art supplies, camping gear, food, and transportation. Trip planning resources and packing lists are linked at the bottom of this page.
- Camping details:
- Two campsites at Tuolumne Meadows Campground.
- Participants can arrive after 12 pm on August 13, and must depart on August 17, by 12 pm.
- The two campsites are shared among all retreat participants. A picnic table, bear locker, and firepit are provided at each site. Please be prepared to tent camp.
- Camping is for retreat participants only. We are unable to accommodate friends and family of participants in our group campsite; lodging arrangements for friends and family are the responsibility of participants.
- Due to the shared nature of our group sites, we are unable to accommodate RVs or campers. If you desire a private campsite, have an RV/camper, or want to sleep in your car, you must arrange for your own reservation.
- Lodging: Upgrade to Tuolumne Meadows Lodge for an additional fee. Lodging dates match camping dates. Lodging blocks expire 30 days prior to the program. Information on upgrading accommodations will be included in your confirmation email upon registering.
- Experience level: Participants must be familiar with using watercolor (no need to be advanced in skill) and must be physically fit to walk to painting locations with art supplies and essentials. Please be prepared to walk 1–3 miles/day at elevation, as not all locations will be accessible by car.
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