Southern California keepsakes for thoughtful retailers

Artist-designed goods inspired by the places, culture, and everyday life of Southern California — made to feel personal, giftable, and lasting.

Wholesale inquiries welcome. Order through Faire or contact us directly.

Why retailers

carry swil arts

  • Art inspired by beloved Southern California places
  • Products designed to feel meaningful and giftable
  • Designs that work well for destination and souvenir retail
  • Thoughtful goods that feel personal rather than mass produced
Square ceramic coaster with a watercolor depiction by Swil Arts, of the California Tower in Balboa Park, San Diego, on a beige background

Brand

highlights
  • Black and white illustration of an avocado by Swil Arts

    Women owned

  • Gray line drawing of a cactus on a white background by Swil Arts

    LGBTQ+ owned

  • Black and white line drawing of a surfboard by Swil Arts

    Made in USA
  • Black and white illustration of a lifeguard tower with a flag on top by Swil Arts

    Eco conscious production

  • Black and white ink illustration of a signpost of a motel with an arrow and star on a white background made by Swil Arts

    Independent artist studio

Product

categories
A styled tabletop display showing printed coasters and a small booklet or book in a wooden stand, with dried lavender and wrapped paper goods in the background. The main sellable item appears to be the printed coaster/book set, photographed in a warm indoor setting.

Coloring Book

Our bestselling product, this coloring book celebrates the charm of coastal California through detailed line illustrations.

Featuring scenes inspired by San Diego landmarks and everyday coastal life, the book invites people of all ages to slow down, color, and reconnect with the feeling of place. It works beautifully as a gift, travel keepsake, or creative souvenir.

Retailers love it because it appeals to both visitors and locals and offers an interactive way to experience the destination.

A framed watercolor art print depicting a yellow retro camper van parked on a sandy beach with surfboards, palm trees, and the ocean, displayed on a light beige surface against a neutral wall. Artwork by Sara from Swil Arts

Art Prints

Watercolor illustrations available in standard frameable sizes:

8 × 10
9 × 12
11 × 14

Printed on archival, acid free paper with a soft matte finish that preserves the texture of the original watercolor work.

Swil Arts greeting card by Sara displaying a watercolor beach lifeguard tower, ocean view, and soaring birds on a folded white card set against a plain background.

Greeting Cards

Folded cards available in two sizes:

4.25 × 5.5
5 × 7

Blank inside and paired with a complimentary envelope. Many customers frame them after gifting.

A square printed card or art print with a clear acrylic sleeve, shown against a light neutral background. The design features six small watercolor illustrations around a central handwritten-style quote reading 'Because some memories are meant to be mailed!' with smaller text below about blank inside, biodegradable packaging, and other product details. Artwork by Sara from Swil Arts

Card Boxes

Curated sets featuring six Southern California designs celebrating coastal life and iconic places.

Square ceramic tile with a watercolor painting of an architectural landmark by Sara of Swil Arts, set on a beige background.

Coasters

Ceramic coasters featuring original watercolor illustrations inspired by San Diego and coastal California.

Designed as both functional drinkware accessories and small decorative keepsakes, they make an easy gift or souvenir for customers looking for something useful and distinctly local.

White chocolate box featuring a beach lifeguard painting by Sara from Swil Arts, next to a turquoise card cover insert with "About Swil Arts" text and logo on a beige surface.

Chocolates

Small-batch chocolate made locally in San Diego and wrapped with illustrated labels featuring original Swil Arts artwork.

A locally made, giftable product that combines regional flavor with place-inspired design, making it especially well suited to hotels, museum shops, destination retailers, and visitor-focused stores.

Perfect

for

  • museum stores
  • coastal boutiques
  • destination gift shops
  • hospitality retail spaces
  • California lifestyle shops
Retail display in a gift shop featuring artworks by Sara of Swil Arts alongside coloring books, art prints, wooden utensils, mugs, and boxes, with a city skyline through the window.

Merchandising

examples
Four small framed art prints with beach and travel-themed illustrations are displayed on a white countertop in front of a large glowing 'DW' sign mounted on a wood-paneled wall. Artwork by Sara from Swil Arts
Sara from Swil Arts, smiling, in a white and black striped shirt holds up a sketchbook with architectural line drawings and a small color illustration, set against a busy shop background filled with art supplies and framed pieces.
Three white floating shelves mounted on a light gray wall, displaying a curated collection of small framed art prints, cards, and books with vintage-style illustrations. Artwork by Sara from Swil Arts
A styled interior display featuring light wood shelving units with colorful decorative objects, a white table holding printed cards or brochures, and a large potted green plant in a modern room with a concrete floor. Artwork by Sara from Swil Arts
A retail display shelf showcasing a variety of art prints, framed sketches, greeting cards, and jewelry, set against a white wall with other framed artwork in the background. You can see Guardian of the Shores painted by Sara from Swil Arts in the middle
A collection of small illustrated art prints and postcards displayed on a wooden table, with some cards standing upright and others lying flat. The prints feature colorful scenic and architectural illustrations. Artwork by Sara from Swil Arts
Sara from Swil Arts stands behind a table displaying printed wedding stationery and cards in an outdoor patio setting with umbrellas, tables, and trees in the background.
A rustic, distressed cream-colored wooden cabinet or shelf display filled with various home decor items, including a small watercolor art print of a camper van, a blue ceramic vase, glass bottles, and other decorative accessories. Artwork by Sara from Swil Arts

Ordering

information

Minimum opening order: $250

Lead time: 7–15 business days 

Orders can be placed:

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A styled tabletop display showing printed coasters and a small booklet or book in a wooden stand, with dried lavender and wrapped paper goods in the background. The main sellable item appears to be the printed coaster/book set, photographed in a warm indoor setting.