The classic botanical illustration style is over 300 years old and it continues to inspire artists. There’s something about it that communicates the inherent beauty, fragility and life of nature. And we think Australia showcases some of the best talent around. Definitely worth a follow.

Edith Rewa

Edith really knows how to bring out the colour of our native botanicals, especially set against a dark background.

Nicola Woodcock

With a focus on Australian native cut flowers, Nicola’s command of light in her work is impressive.

Angela Mckay

Angela champions colour in all its settings brilliantly – plants, women, beaches and summer.

John Pastoriza Pinol

When he’s not painting black leather outfits, John’s close-ups of fruit and flowers are bright and vibrant.

Candice Heart

It’s what Candice leaves out that makes her minimalist depictions so full of life.

https://www.instagram.com/p/Bs5JMnCFfl6/

Chris Chun

Now based in Chiang Mai, Chris’ orchid paintings communicate both the vibrancy and delicateness of these elegant flowers.

Kimmy Horgan

Big, bold and beautiful, Kimmy’s work gets up close and personal with nature.

Elizabeth Barnett

If Elizabeth is painting scenes from her home, we want to move in. Lots of colour and books and cut flowers everywhere.

Carmen Hui

Delicate lines and incredible detail set Carmen’s work apart – we love the nostalgic Australiana thread that’s also woven through her work.

Chloe Joyce

No stranger to the Greener Spaces Better Places fam, Chloe was a guest illustrator at our first ever Plant Tales event, so of course, one of our faves!

More plants, more of the time, we say.

YOU MAY ALSO LIKE:

Six easy-grow herbs to heal your body and mind

Six easy-grow herbs to heal your body and mind

Spending time around plants is good for your health and eating some can reap even more benefits.

3 min read

Harness the healing power of your garden

Harness the healing power of your garden

Several hospitals in Australia are adopting and designing ‘healing gardens’ for patients.

2 min read

Planting for pollinators (brings all the bugs to the yard)

Planting for pollinators (brings all the bugs to the yard)

You can bring bugs to your yard and spice up your dinner plate at the same time with these plants.

2 min read

A quick guide to balcony gardens

A quick guide to balcony gardens

Plants are a great way to add a touch of life, style and privacy to your balcony space.

2 min read

Easy to grow native edibles for any garden

Easy to grow native edibles for any garden

Our native edibles expert Narelle Happ from A Garden For Life, shares some of her favourites.

3 min read

Bring all the birds to the ‘yard

Bring all the birds to the ‘yard

Kangaroo Paw is an Australian Native plant that comes in an array of colours and attracts bird life.

3 min read

Gardening as therapy

Gardening as therapy

Gardening and therapeutic horticulture is a way of providing interaction with nature to help the mind.

4 min read

A beginner’s guide to building an outdoor bath

A beginner’s guide to building an outdoor bath

An outdoor bath is a dreamy way to spend more time in your garden.

2 min read

Why a plant-filled office is great for productivity

Why a plant-filled office is great for productivity

Increasing the greenery in your home office could be the perfect boost for your productivity.

3 min read

Safe indoor and outdoor plants for kids

Safe indoor and outdoor plants for kids

If you've got kids at home, enjoy one less thing to worry about and try these eight low-tox plants.

4 min read

The Herb to Match your Kitchen Style

The Herb to Match your Kitchen Style

Find the herb that best suits your style in the kitchen, from minimal and classic, to indecisive.

3 min read

A Little Green Garden that Grew a Community

A Little Green Garden that Grew a Community

Meet Marcello. A larger than life Latino living in the inner suburbs of Sydney flexing a green-thumb.

4 min read

BE INSPIRED.

The latest green space news, in your inbox monthly