The New England Society of Botanical Artists (NESBA) works to promote public appreciation of the art and science of botanical art and illustration in New England. The Society educates individuals and organizations about botanical art and illustration through exhibits, lectures, workshops, and outreach programs. NESBA is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization and proud Chapter of the American Society of Botanical Artists (ASBA). Learn more about NESBA.

Field Notes

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Digital exhibits are back! Submission deadline for our spring show Floral Abundance is April 15. Click here for the Call for Entries

Don’t forget to check out the Volunteer Page for the many ways to get involved and use your skills. We are currently looking for one or two people to work with Elizabeth Rush on Blog development. Fill out the form on the Volunteer Page or contact Elizabeth for more information.

Botanical Art Classes at MassHort: Eileen Sprague, Botanical Program Assistant, sends out regular emails to announce new classes or events and to note upcoming classes with space available. If you would like to keep up with the program, email Eileen and ask her to put you on the email list. The Botanical Art program at MassHort was recently featured on Chronicle, a news magazine show on WCVB-TV.  Click here to view the episode.

Upcoming Events

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BTB with Jean Mackay
Apr 15
BTB with Jean Mackay

Join Jean Mackay as she presents Exploring Home: Watercolor Sketches Through the Year. She will inspire you to pull out your sketchbooks with her lively approach to journaling.

Floral Abundance Digital Exhibit Submission Deadline
Apr 15
Floral Abundance Digital Exhibit Submission Deadline

NESBA members are invited to share your existing or new artwork of floral subjects for this non-juried digital exhibit. Entries may include any kind of botanical art depicting flowers in any form. Click here for the Call for Entries.

Quarterly Board Meeting
Apr 16
Quarterly Board Meeting

Learn more about exhibit and programming plans. Open to all NESBA members. Zoom link will be sent in the April newsletter.

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Welcoming Spring on Cape Cod

After a winter of continuous snow and ice throughout New England, NESBA members were ready to greet spring when they met at the third annual retreat on March 20 in Harwich, MA

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Developing a Commission - East-West Whimsey, 2025

As a botanical illustrator and painter, I have spent much of my professional life working on illustrations that are plant-based. My artwork has been included in over 45 books, numerous garden magazines, an herbal calendar, wallpaper, and note cards. I continue to work on such projects when presented, while also working on more serious botanical paintings and teaching.

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The History of Plant Classification – A Botanical Artist’s Overview

Plant taxonomy—the science of naming, describing, and classifying plants—provides the structure scientists use to understand and communicate about plant diversity. Lauren’s article traces the history of this science and shows us how it influences and informs our botanical artwork today.

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Nasturiums and Pansies by Elizabeth Rush

 

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Membership in NESBA is open to all members of the American Society of Botanical Artists (ASBA). It is not necessary to reside in New England.

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