About us
Happy New Year! Welcome to 2026. Welcome to Walk N Watercolor.
About Your Host:
I'm Nicole, host and organizer, and my aim with this group is to create a space for creativity and nature to collide.
About the Group:
Part nature walk, part en plein air painting, let's get outside with our pencils, sketchbooks, brushes and paints and get inspired!
A type of nature journaling, events will last about 2 hours, with 20-30 minutes of walking, and the rest of the time painting or sketching.
This group is primarily for spending time outdoors. Occasional trips indoors for seasonal weather will pop up here and there. Our special interest is Watercolor as it lends itself to flora and fauna by its very nature.
Watercolor is all about flow while the artist accepts what is revealed by the elements of water, paper, color and air coming together.
Members have shared that getting outside and painting as a very meditative practice to get away from the grind of everyday experiences.
Guidelines for an Enjoyable Experience for All:
Commitment. Out of consideration for the group and myself, it's important that RSVP is respected. Please keep your RSVP updated.
Calm and Cozy. Things happen, you might run into an issue before coming to an event and need to cancel last minute, or running a few minutes late. Please respectfully communicate, and in turn I ask for patience and grace from all members. We keep it calm and cozy so we can focus on our intentions.
Small groups. As your host, I keep the group size intentionally limited. Please respect the space and time of others as much as you can. If you are placed on the wait-list, again please respect the RSVP and keep it updated so that those waiting can plan to attend, and if you are moved off the wait-list please plan to attend or update your RSVP. Please do not attend events without an RSVP.
My discretion. Ultimately, membership is at my discretion, and I will remove folks who no-show, or for other reasons that are disruptive to the group's function. I am considerate of my members time and energy, and I hope for the same in return.
Thank you for joining, and I look forward to another quiet adventure with you all.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sac_walk_n_watercolor/
RESOURCES:
Watercolor setup
https://youtu.be/I_uDkBXi5fc?si=_rOZamy2TaTOeJ_x
The Tao of Watercolor
https://youtu.be/INO5lqLnO_I?si=E4B2LWxCRYjzO3YT
12 watercolor techniques for beginners
https://youtu.be/9YIpRMwJJfs?si=cZ0DBYTetrK7YSWy
Upcoming events
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Walk n Watercolor: Codfish Falls Hike
Codfish Creek Falls, 1803 Ponderosa Way, Colfax, CA 95713, Colfax, CA, US**Rain or Shine, event will not be canceled.**
**Explore and connect**
This hike will lead us to a stream's waterfall. Travel along the stream, trees, and blooms. 3 miles out and back. 183 ft elevation gain.**What to expect*
https://www.visitplacer.com/codfish-falls-trail/Unmaintained dirt road to get to trailhead. 30 minutes grace period due to remote location. Plan your route ahead of time, and don't drive into the ravine!! :)
The usual mindfulness invitation, followed by 1+ hrs of hiking to the falls, painting , and 1+ hrs hiking back.
**What to bring*
Feel free to bring stadium seats or cushions, there are benches on Trail. Snacks, water, and weather appropriate clothes. Be sure to bring sun protection, strongly recommend long sleeves and pants for tick protection.Please bring your own supplies. If you're new to watercolor, check out the videos below. I am happy to sit with first timers and answer any questions!
RESOURCES
Watercolor setu
https://youtu.be/I_uDkBXi5fc?si=rOZamy2TaTOeJ
The Tao of Watercolo
https://youtu.be/INO5lqLnO_I?si=E4B2LWxCRYjzO3Y
12 watercolor techniques for beginner
https://youtu.be/9YIpRMwJJfs?si=cZ0DBYTetrK7YSW5 attendees
Walk n Watercolor: Bobelaine Audubon Sanctuary
Bobelaine Audubon Sanctuary, 15 Laurel Avenue,, Yuba City, CA, USRain or Shine, event will not be canceled.
Explore and connect
15 Laurel Ave, Yuba City, CA 95991Marshy grassland nature preserve. Let's check out the flora and fauna of this delicate ecosystem.
What to expect
https://www.sacramentoaudubon.org/bobelaine-audubon-sanctuaryWalk in some shade and sun, so bring sun protection and water. I will share mindfulness invitations and we will walk for 20-30mins to find a place that inspires. Some benches are available however bring a stool or blanket to sit.
What to bring
Feel free to bring stadium seats or cushions, there are benches on Trail. Snacks, water, and weather appropriate clothes. Be sure to bring sun protection, however the Preserve is well shade
Please bring your own supplies. If you're new to watercolor, check out the videos below. I am happy to sit with first timers and answer any questions!RESOURCE
Watercolor set
https://youtu.be/I_uDkBXi5fc?si=_rOZamy2TaTOeJ
The Tao of Watercol
https://youtu.be/INO5lqLnO_I?si=E4B2LWxCRYjzO3
12 watercolor techniques for beginne
https://youtu.be/9YIpRMwJJfs?si=cZ0DBYTetrK7YS1 attendee
Walk n Watercolor
Effie Yeaw Nature Center, 850 San Lorenzo Way, Carmichael, CA, USParking is $7
www.effieyeawnature.org
Effie Yeaw Nature Preserve has meadow and tree lined trails leading to the American River and some ripon areas. Lots of shade and a few benches make this a fantastic spot for mindful appreciation of nature.Please bring your own supplies, wear lots of weather appropriate protection, snacks, and water or water bottle for the fountain.
See below for tips on painting watercolors and setup tips and tricks. See you outside!
RESOURCES:
Watercolor setup
https://youtu.be/I_uDkBXi5fc?si=_rOZamy2TaTOeJ_x
The Tao of Watercolor
https://youtu.be/INO5lqLnO_I?si=E4B2LWxCRYjzO3YT
12 watercolor techniques for beginners
https://youtu.be/9YIpRMwJJfs?si=cZ0DBYTetrK7YSWy1 attendee
Walk n Watercolor
Effie Yeaw Nature Center, 850 San Lorenzo Way, Carmichael, CA, USParking is $7
www.effieyeawnature.org
Effie Yeaw Nature Preserve has meadow and tree lined trails leading to the American River and some ripon areas. Lots of shade and a few benches make this a fantastic spot for mindful appreciation of nature.Please bring your own supplies, wear lots of weather appropriate protection, snacks, and water or water bottle for the fountain.
See below for tips on painting watercolors and setup tips and tricks. See you outside!
RESOURCES:
Watercolor setup
https://youtu.be/I_uDkBXi5fc?si=_rOZamy2TaTOeJ_x
The Tao of Watercolor
https://youtu.be/INO5lqLnO_I?si=E4B2LWxCRYjzO3YT
12 watercolor techniques for beginners
https://youtu.be/9YIpRMwJJfs?si=cZ0DBYTetrK7YSWy1 attendee
Past events
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