Celebrate the international renaissance of botanical painting. More than 100 artists are featured in this glorious full-color gallery. Dedicated to finding the very best practitioners of plant illustration, Dr. Shirley Sherwood toured the world over a period of five years. The result is a collection of stunning pieces that offer a global perspective on contemporary botanical art. The artists come from diverse locales, including the UK, the United States, Japan, Australia, Italy, Brazil, India, and South Africa. Melding science with art, the painters have created works of exquisite beauty. Through composition, the use of color, and incredible skill, they showcase botanical specimens in great detail, often giving new perspective on the plants themselves. Each painting is paired with an illuminating essay about the artist's career. A captivating array of art and plants, this beautiful volume will delight botanists, gardeners, and anyone who enjoys this wonderful art form. See Dr. Sherwood's exhibit, A Passion for Plants, at the Denver Art Museum from November 2, 2002 until January 12, 2003, and at the Smithsonian in Washington, from March 29 to September 2, 2003. Copyright (C) Muze Inc. 2005. For personal use only. All rights reserved.