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4,000 feet.

Registration Fee

$389

This spring art workshop is so joyous that it borders on play. As artist Janet Takahashi shares her love of letters, art and journaling, you’ll sharpen and apply watercolor and calligraphy skills to translate spectacular Yosemite scenery into artwork. Take advantage of the inspiring setting and relaxed pace to produce a series of small sketches that reflect your surroundings and personal experiences. By the end of the workshop, you’ll have a sketchbook journal filled with reminders of your time in the park — and be prepared to continue creating beautiful, artful records of your journeys in Yosemite and beyond.

Included with your registration:

  • Four days of progressive learning (starting Thursday morning, May 16, through Sunday, May 19, afternoon around 3 pm) with an introductory evening meeting on Wednesday, May 15, at Happy Isles Art and Nature Center at 5:30 pm.
  • Park entry (as needed).
  • Camping included, if needed; limited sites are shared among all the participants (reservation arrives Wednesday, May 15, and departs Monday, May 20) at Upper Pines Campground in Yosemite Valley. We cannot adjust these dates.

Note: There is no discount if you choose not to use our gate pass or campsites. Information about upgrading your accommodations to stay at Yosemite Valley Lodge will be emailed to you after you sign up. The option to upgrade expires 45 days before the program.

Experience Level: Intermediate (at least 20 hours of instructed watercolor classes). Not suitable for beginners.
Hiking: Easy. Minimal walking in Yosemite Valley.
Elevation: 4,000 feet.
Registration Price: $389
Janet Takahashi leads artists with experience on a multi-day watercolor journaling adventure through Yosemite Valley.