Record your memories
Join our half-day sketching tour.
Embark on a unique artistic journey as we explore Queenstown’s most breathtaking scenic locations. This Half-Day Sketching Art Adventure invites you to immerse yourself in nature, capturing the essence of the surrounding landscapes through drawing and sketching. Guided by an experienced art tutor and Queenstown local, you’ll translate the beauty of the region into your own personal masterpiece while creating lasting memories to take home.
No prior art experience is needed—this adventure is designed for everyone, from beginners to seasoned artists. With professional guidance and top-quality materials, including a complimentary Moleskine sketchbook, you’ll learn how to observe and interpret the world around you. Your personal tutor will share tips on composition, perspective, shading, and observation, ensuring that you develop your skills and leave with a beautiful series of sketches and memories.
The adventure takes you outdoors for an authentic plein-air experience, where you’ll draw directly from nature. Feel the fresh mountain air, listen to the sounds of the surrounding wilderness, and let the light and contours of the landscape inspire your creativity. Whether it’s the sparkling waters of Lake Whakatipu, the rugged peaks of the Remarkables, or the serene beauty of a hidden valley, the scenery will provide endless inspiration.
As we explore, we walk gently on the land—taking care to leave every place just as we found it. Our tours are designed to tread lightly, using reusable and low-waste materials, and taking all supplies and waste with us when we go. It’s part of our commitment to honouring this incredible environment and sharing the responsibility to protect it.
Along the way, you’ll also have opportunities to photograph the stunning vistas, helping you frame compositions for your sketches. Enjoy the camaraderie of a small group setting, where you can share your progress and ideas with like-minded participants. Guided discussions and personal feedback will enrich your understanding of drawing from nature and enhance your creative process.
Your adventure includes boutique small-group travel from Queenstown to carefully chosen locations, ensuring a comfortable and relaxed experience. We provide shaded seating for outdoor sketching sessions, allowing you to focus fully on your art in comfort. Take a break with a delightful morning tea and light refreshments—served with reusable crockery in a beautiful setting—to complete the experience with care and consideration for the natural world.
By the end of the session, you’ll leave with not only a portfolio of sketches but also newfound confidence and inspiration to continue your artistic journey. This is more than just a day out—it’s a chance to reconnect with your creative self, appreciate the whenua (land), and experience Queenstown’s natural beauty in a truly meaningful way.
Your Adventure Includes:
Boutique small-group travel from Queenstown to location
Half-day experience (3.5 hours) with 9:30am meet up time
Morning tea and light refreshments
Small groups for a personalised experience with professional art tuition
Quality sketching materials and a complimentary Moleskin sketchbook
Suitable for all skill levels, from beginners to experienced artists
Comfortable transport with commentary on local history
Shaded seating provided during outdoor sketching sessions near the vehicle. For High mountain trips enjoy the view and sketching by the shade of the trees.
What to Bring:
A camera
A jacket
Sunglasses & hat
Binoculars (optional)
Good walking shoes
Large group bookings are available upon request—please contact us directly for details.
If you have any questions please take a look at our FAQs page or contact us directly at hello@artadventures.co.nz.
