By Meriel Thurstan and Rosie Martin
Capture the delicate beauty of plants and flowers on paper with this inspiring, practical guide from award-winning botanical artists Meriel Thurstan and Rosie Martin.
Botanical Illustration for Beginners breaks down the process of drawing and painting plants into clear, achievable steps. Each exercise focuses on a different element — from composition and proportion to colour mixing and texture — helping you build confidence and skill as you go.
Whether you’re new to botanical art or an experienced painter looking to refine your technique, this beautifully illustrated book is filled with expert guidance, worksheets, colour swatches, and finished examples drawn from the authors’ celebrated Eden Project botanical painting course.
Step-by-step tutorials for beginners and improvers alike
Covers composition, colour theory, texture and form
Includes inspirational examples, sketches and worksheets
Created by acclaimed botanical illustrators from the Eden Project
Meriel Thurstan discovered botanical illustration while working at the Lost Gardens of Heligan and later became a key member of the Friends team at the Eden Project. A multiple RHS medal winner and founder of the South West Society of Botanical Artists, her work hangs in collections across England, France and Australia.
Rosie Martin, a Gold Medal recipient from the RHS and member of the Society of Botanical Artists, has worked in fashion, theatre and design, creating textiles and prints for renowned names including David Bowie and Karl Lagerfeld. She now teaches botanical illustration and art-based workshops.
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