Botanical Artists

Learn about the life of pioneering botanical artists, and hear about the "collecting ladies" who helped them 'see' Australia’s flora.

DELIVERY MODE

• Face-to-Face

SUGGESTED READING

• Collecting Ladies, Penny Olsen NLA Publishing 2013 ISBN: 9780642277534

COURSE OUTLINE

• The paintings created by various fascinating botanical artists who worked in Australia.
• The role of plant scientists such as Ferdinand von Mueller and the “collecting ladies” of the Victorian Era, during this time of wonder and discovery.
• Marianne North’s art through visual images and discussion about technique

LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of this course, students should be able to:

1. Gain insight into the Victorian era’s thirst for science, discovery and passion for plants
2. Learn about some of the botanical artists and the collectors who helped them find unique plants to paint