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Botany for the Artist

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Find out how to draw all types of plant, from tiny mosses to flowers and trees, with author, artist and Oxford University lecturer Sarah Simblet.

ISBN: 9781405332279

Author: Sarah Simblet

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Botany for the Artist

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The lavish reference book takes inspiration from a rich history of botanical art and combines it with practical tips for creating life-like drawings, covering all aspects of plants from roots to stems, leaves, flowers and fruits.

Vivid photographs and detailed drawings are combined with helpful tips and clear instructions to provide an invaluable and beautiful guide for artists wishing to master botanical illustration, and an enjoyable book for general readers.

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