Books

Here are some of the books that have been written and/or illustrated by SWSBA members.

Exotic Botanical Illustration by Rosie Martin & Meriel Thurstan

This book explains how to paint some of the exotic fruit, vegetables and flowers that can be found in supermarkets and florists' shops - and abroad!
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Contemporary Botanical Illustration by Rosie Martin & Meriel Thurstan

The interest in botanical art is still growing and the authors of the bestselling 'Botanical Illustration Course' bring fresh ideas to the genre.
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Natural History Illustration by Rosie Martin and Meriel Thurstan

Covering the techniques needed for natural history illustration.
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Botanical Illustration Course by Rosie Martin and Meriel Thurstan

Voted Practical Art Book of the Year, this course is based on the botanical illustration course taught at the Eden Project.
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Botanical Illustration for Beginners

A step-by-step guide by Meriel Thurstan and Rosie Martin
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How to Draw Garden Flowers

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If You Can Draw One Leaf

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The Art of Drawing Trees

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Botanical Drawing A Step by Step Guide

A thorough and expert guide to botanical drawing, lavishly illustrated with detailed step-by-step diagrams for each drawing project.
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