Understanding the Flowering Plants: A Practical Guide for Botanical Illustrators

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This fascinating guide explains what flowering plants are and their relationship to other groups of plants. With drawings, paintings and photographs throughout, it advises on how to carry out a botanical study and will prove essential reading for botanical artists, photographers and all those wishing to gain a greater understanding of flowering plant. Includes: Practical advice on techniques, tools and other equipment used in botanical work; The structure and function of the main parts of the flowering plant, highlighting features that are important in illustration for botanical purposes; Suggestions for projects, which can be used to assess your understanding or stimulate the start of a new project; Accessible to anyone, even those with little or no scientific background