The Society of Botanical Artists

Exhibition in The Estate Boardroom, West Dean House

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Head to the Estate Boardroom in West Dean House to find a sensational exhibition of work by sixteen members of the Society of Botanical Artists.

“I am certain that the renaissance is continuing at this very moment. Long may this new `Golden Age’ of botanical art last.”
Dr Shirley Sherwood OBE, Patron

Established in 1985, by Suzanne Lucas, The Society of Botanical Artists brings together artists of national and international repute. It works to promote the appreciation of  botanical art, exhibit and evaluate work by practising botanical artists, and support the protection, appreciation, conservation and nurture of plants and natural habitats of plant life, especially endangered species.

Works by 16 artists are on show including: Liz Shippam, Nick McMillen, Emma Tildesley, Claire K. Ward, Sheryl Pape, Diane Marshall, Leigh Ann Gale, Jennifer Harmes, Katherine Lawrie, Caroline Jamfrey, Charlie Davies and Julia Patience.

Claire K Ward PSBA
Claire K Ward PSBA

Flora in Art + Design
1-4 May 2026
West Dean College, Chichester, West Sussex, UK