Botanic Art at the Royal Botanic Gardens

• Botanic art or the art of botanical illustration is a specialised art form of painting and drawing, in which plant portraits combine finely observed detail with artistic expression
• Learning Botanic art with our highly regarded tutors is a popular activity with The Friends of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Melbourne
• Beginners - the Friends hold regular 'how to' botanic art workshops with tuition in the basics
• Botanic art classes are held 7 days a week
• For experienced botanical artists - the Friends hold Specialist workshops.
• The Friends have two regular Whirlybirds painting groups - join one now
• The Friends hold regular botanical art exhibitions
• Members enjoy special rates for all classes and workshops.
• Join the Friends to become a Member

Recent Exhibitions

Image: Camellias by Jacqui Baxter

The State Botanical Collection 

Botanic Art Gifts

Image: Zygo orchid by A Gian 

The Celia Rosser Medal