Plant and Floral Studies for Artists and Craftspeople

Remarkably broad in its applications, this helpful reference covers a wide variety of plants. More than 100 precise drawings of flowers, leaves, buds, and growth patterns are provided for such plants as the anemone, arbutus, broad bean, bell-flower, briar rose, campanula, canterbury bell, dahlia, and lily; a detailed narrative provides descriptions of physical features and general botanical information for each plant.Invaluable for making stencils, needlework canvases, and other floral design projects, this thoroughly illustrated, comprehensive guide will be a boon to amateur and professional artists, art students, and crafters.