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Orchid: A Silent Dialogue Beyond Borders.

Orchid: A Silent Dialogue Beyond Borders. Scientific Botanical Art from Türkiye and South Korea. A shared botanical heritage shaped by two distinct geographies, intersecting biodiversity, and a common passion for documenting nature… Bringing together 39 scientific botanical artists from Türkiye and South Korea, this international exhibition project makes its first encounter with the public in Istanbul. Orchid: A Silent Dialogue Beyond Borders focuses on the rich floras of both countries through the Orchidaceae (orchid) family. Through field observations, botanical precision, and each artist’s distinctive visual language, the exhibition presents a dialogue between science and art, expressed through a universal visual language. The result of a long-term process of research and artistic production, this selection aims to bring the delicate balance of nature and the timeless… Read more

‘In Viridia immersio’ – ‘Immersing in Greenery and Nature’

Exhibition in Salerno, southern Italy, from 16th Oct. to 1st Nov. The venue is in the historical palace of the XIII th century (Palazzo Fruscione) located in the old town center. The title of the showcase is ‘Le Stanze dell’Arte (The Room of Art), which involves twenty artists who have their own solo show set up in one of the palace rooms. The theme of the exhibition is the 2030 Agenda where the Artists are called to express on one of the many points the Agenda aims to address, such as: Persons, Planet, Prosperity, Peace and Partnership. Enzo Forgione SBA jas directed his attention to the Planet, the title of his exhibition is ‘In Viridia immersio‘ a Latin title meaning ‘ Immersing in Greenery and Nature‘. In… Read more

Opposite Ends Exhibition

Opposite Ends, a wonderful exhibition with Christina Hart-Davies SBAF and Jo Elswood is on soon in Romsey, Hampshire. Back again with work celebrating the natural world from opposite ends of the artistic spectrum are award-winning botanical artist Christina Hart-Davies with stunningly realistic watercolours, and renowned mixed-media artist Jo Elswood with intriguing, evocative abstracts. Both artists explore the natural world, each responding in a different way. Christina, a Founder Member of the SBA, uses watercolour to capture the finest details of a wide range of botanical subjects, while Jo works with layers of paints, papers and fabrics to echo nature’s colours and textures. For those too far away to visit in person, a selection of framed work will be on Christina’s website from September 26th – www.christinahartdavies.co.uk

Knole Tree Gallery

For over twenty years Jackie Gwyther SBAF has developed an enormous connection with Knole Park, Sevenoaks, Kent. Its appeal is not just the stunning parkland but also the restorative benefits that come from close observation of its trees, walking and experiencing nature first hand. Knole Tree Gallery Exhibition Through her botanical art, Jackie explores the evocative power of the trees in Knole Park focusing on the themes of renewal, shape and imagination. She draws attention to the wonders of nature’s cycle of life and decay, celebrates the remarkable forms of weathered trees and conjures unusual narratives to enrich the experience. Trees stand for decades, some even centuries, yet they are never static; they grow, decay, and transform with the seasons. Her work captures their grandeur… Read more

Guy William Eves Exhibition

An exhibition of Guy’s work is coming up at the Aldeburgh Gallery, Aldeburgh, Suffolk – 27th August to 2nd September 2026. Be sure to visit if you’re in the area.

ANTHOGRAPHIA II

Anthographia II – an exhibition of botanical art in Greece is on now – 17 July to 21 August 2026. At the Municipal Gallery of central Corfu & Diapontian Islands Art Hall “Thanos Christou”. SBA members Shevaun Doherty and Maggy Fitzpatrick are represented with pollinators and flora.

SBA Foundation Course in Botanical Art

We have exciting news – The SBA are starting a new Foundation Certificate course to start next February 2027. It’ll run for 10 months and be an entry into the world of botanical art. Tutors are all respected Fellow members of the SBA. Enrol from October 2026. Please see the Foundation Course Page for more information. The Course Objectives: To introduce the fundamental techniques and principles of botanical art. To foster a deep appreciation for plant diversity, form, and function. To develop observational skills crucial for accurate botanical illustration. To encourage personal artistic development and scientifically accurate interpretation of plant subjects. To establish a foundation for further study or professional practice in botanical art.

Book Launch Exhibition – Korea

GeumHee Choi SBA Fellow, will be holding an exhibition to celebrate the publication of her book, Botanical Paintings with Watercolour. The exhibition will take place from 29 July to 3 August at Gallery INSA ART in Seoul, Korea. “It will be a wonderful opportunity to meet readers in person and to share the peace and happiness that botanical art brings to our lives.”

Course 21 Graduation

Congratulations go out to all of Course 21 who graduated on the 22nd May 2026. The ceremony was held in London at the Mary Ward House. Ann Fowler won the award of Excellence, Rachel Hammel won the Most Progress Award and Wendy Bull, won the essay prize.

ROSA Botanical Art Fair

SBA is taking part in the new ROSA Botanical Art Fair which opens at West Dean, Chichester 1-4 May. This is a brand new art fair and we are delighted to partner with it. You will find the SBA exhibition in the Estate Boardroom in the historic Estate House showing works by 18 members. Sandrine Maugy will be demonstrating on Saturday at 2pm. Other members will also be there to meet. In addition to the exhibition, you will find enough at the fair to merit a full day’s visit: An Art + Design Marquee, contemporary floristry installations and a programme of events. There are musical and poetry performances, exclusive historic house tours, garden tours, and workshops to book into including botanical art taster sessions which you can… Read more

Botanical Reverie – 22 – 31 May 2026

Botanical Reverie is a new solo exhibition by SBA Fellow Inês Hermione Mulford, bringing together intricate botanical works alongside anthropological explorations of our relationship with the more-than-human world. Supported by a grant from the Society of Botanical Artists, with whom Mulford has previously received both the Making a Mark Award for drawing and the Excellence in Oils Award, the exhibition reflects a practice that sits between scientific observation, artistic interpretation, and human experience. Mulford’s work moves beyond traditional botanical illustration, combining detailed studies of plant life with a wider enquiry into how we see, understand, and situate ourselves within the natural world. Guest Speakers – Opening Weekend As part of the exhibition programme, two leading scientists from the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh will present public… Read more

Say it with Flowers Exhibition

Say it with flowers – 9th to 21st June 2026, Chichester, West Sussex.