Botanical Painting with the Society of Botanical Artists

Written by world experts, this invaluable and inspirational guide is a must-have addition to the library of botanical painters.
 
Harnessing the talent of Members and Distance Learning Diploma Course students around the world, the esteemed Society of Botanical Artists provides a comprehensive guide to the different styles and methods of botanical painting. Packed with step-by-step demonstrations and beautifully illustrated throughout, it explores more advanced skills and materials for developing expertise, including drawing with graphite, metal point, and colored pencil, and body and watercolor in plant portraiture. There are even historical techniques for painting on vellum and using egg tempera, as well as a gallery of paintings that provides a guided walk around an SBA exhibition.