Botanic Art Groups - 12th Annual Exhibition

This year it was decided that the theme of our art exhibition should celebrate native plants and their uses. The many diverse and sometimes surprising uses of Australian flora are often under-appreciated.  The exhibition was inspired by a small book, 'Ngunnawal Plant Use' which highlighted the many uses of Australian plants by the traditional custodians of the region, the Ngunnawal people. Many of the subjects chosen have a contemporary as well as traditional use.

To accompany the exhibition the Friends’ have published a book featuring over 60 botanical works of art from the exhibition. This will be available for sale at a price of $25, and all proceeds from the sale of book will go to the Friends. The book would make an excellent gift for friends and relations. All the stunning paintings are for sale, as well as a range of cards. In previous years we have found many paintings sell quickly. Don’t be disappointed; take the opportunity to visit the exhibition at the Visitors Gallery early. There is a special Friends’ preview on the afternoon of Friday 15^th March.

You can also order the 'More Than Just a Pretty Plant' book to be delivered to you - please print and complete the order form and then either post it or scan and email it back to us.