r/BotanicalIllustration

Unknown Leaf in unremarkable work hallway - watercolor

Unknown Leaf in unremarkable work hallway - watercolor

A few days ago I found this farely unremarkable leaf on the floor of a random hallway at my work. I thought I would try painting something thst did not initially inspire me and I'm very happy with the result so I jope you enjoy!

Watercolor on A4 parchment

Approx 5 hours to complete

u/Xcussi — 1 day ago

A selection of 20 illustrations found in the multiple volumes of "Nova genera et species plantarum quas in itinere pern Brasiliam" by Karl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (circa 1824)

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Seeking a highly skilled mentor… where are they?

Ive been painting casually for about 5 years and would love to find a mentor in my area (Atlanta GA) Has anyone done this successfully, what did you do?

u/PersephonieM — 2 days ago
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my dark botanical collection 🌿

painted some of my favorite plants using ink & watercolor ✍️☺️

u/crissini — 7 days ago

Red Grevillea - watercolor by me

Based on a photo I took. The black Juvenile flower head was unusual to paint. It felt out of place, but as an armature botanical illustration; I paint what I see.

Took about 10 hours to complete.

Sise - A4

I hope you enjoy!

u/Xcussi — 6 days ago