Following the success of Anatomy for the Artist and Sketch Book for the Artist, Botany for the Artist teaches readers in step-by-step illustrations and expert narrative instruction how to master the art of drawing plants. Page after page of beautiful, detailed photographs complement Sarah Simblet s illustrations showing how an understanding of botany really helps you to draw plants; drawing classes provide a wealth of practical how-to advice; and pages from Sarah's own sketchbooks as well as inspirational master classes reveal how other artists-from 17th century masters to contemporary botanical illustrators-have portrayed plants throughout the years. This lavishly illustrated book will not only be the definitive guide for those wishing to master the art of drawing plants, but a sumptuous gift book for all those passionate about plants and how they are portrayed in art.
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Sarah Simblet teaches at the Ruskin School of Drawing and Fine Art, University of Oxford, and at the Royal College of Art in London. She is the author of the highly acclaimed Anatomy for the Artist and Sketch Book for the Artist and has had three solo shows of her large-scale work.
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61 of 62 people found the following review helpful
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Botany for the Artist is a gorgeous reference for plants. The pages are filled with a mix of photographic plant portraits and Sarah Simblet's detailed sketches. Everything's beautifully laid out. The exquisite illustrations in the book are mainly black and white.
As with typical DK books, it's also filled with educational information. Every part of the plant is explored, from the roots, stems, leaves, flowers to the fruits. They are provided with scientific names and also interesting information on how they grow and their functions.
The drawing lessons are short two-page guides at drawing found throughout the book. There are tips on capturing likeness, establishing the composition, adding colours and details. Also included are selected features on Renaissance botany artist.
This is an excellent resource for botany artists. Having this book is like having a botany art museum at home.
(There are more pictures of the book on my blog. Just visit my Amazon profile for the link.)
As with typical DK books, it's also filled with educational information. Every part of the plant is explored, from the roots, stems, leaves, flowers to the fruits. They are provided with scientific names and also interesting information on how they grow and their functions.
The drawing lessons are short two-page guides at drawing found throughout the book. There are tips on capturing likeness, establishing the composition, adding colours and details. Also included are selected features on Renaissance botany artist.
This is an excellent resource for botany artists. Having this book is like having a botany art museum at home.
(There are more pictures of the book on my blog. Just visit my Amazon profile for the link.)
20 of 21 people found the following review helpful
By Webgecko
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
Amazing resource, breath-taking imagery and photos. Excellent survey of Botany for the artist. This shouldn't be confused with a college level botany reference. This is botany for poets. But it covers the material a botanical illustrator must know without getting mired down.
I do wish they had covered a bit about the frequent confusion over tree identification and the tricky genetics that can baffle botanists as well as laymen. That really isnt much of a gripe to have.
Buy this book.
I do wish they had covered a bit about the frequent confusion over tree identification and the tricky genetics that can baffle botanists as well as laymen. That really isnt much of a gripe to have.
Buy this book.
32 of 38 people found the following review helpful
By The Gardener
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
I have many botanical art book but this one is the best. Easy to follow with great insights and tips. It goes without saying that it also a beautiful book.
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A must have
For all those who love botanical art, this book is super delicious. If you're a botanical artist you will thrive inside this masterpiece. Read more
Published 3 days ago by Downtown Pearl
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colored pencil drawing
this book gives me exactly what i was looking for taking my botanical drawing to the next level. very helpful!
Published 3 months ago by M. Vandenberg
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Gorgeous Botany
Sarah Simblet is my idol. I love her work. I have both her books Sketchbook for the Artist and Botany for the Artist. This book, Botany for the Artist, is beauty made palpable. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Pugfish
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EXCELLENT book and fast delivery
This book is an AMAZING publication. Highly recommended for anyone who loves flowers, photography, and beautiful drawings. Read more
Published 12 months ago by LAURENM
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Botany for the Artist
As an artist, animals have usually been my focus, but doing some research on plants, I came across this book and had to have it for my own. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Plant Luv
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botany for the artist
I treasure this book. The book is indeed inspiring and a great guide for the wannabe plant illustrator such as myself. Read more
Published 14 months ago by J. France
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What a beautiful resource book!
This book is filled with a wealth of information. I teach botanical art and I LOVE this book, both for the beautiful illustrations and for the clear and consice information that... Read more
Published 17 months ago by Sandra L. Williams
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KDF
This was a gift for my husband. He loves it. He has used it to better his perspective of drawing plants.
Published 17 months ago by kdfootit
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Botany Artist
Terrific book for anyone who wants to improve their artistics skills. I'd highly recommend it for serious artists. Inspirational.
Published 22 months ago by shiny penny
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Quite Nice
I found this book to be inspirational and useful. It taught me a few things and inspired me to find out more about the field.
Published 22 months ago by Margaret L. Kemp
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