Wendy Hollender

Wendy Hollender is a botanical artist, illustrator, author, and instructor whose work brings close attention to the forms and details of plants. Her illustrations have appeared in publications around the world, and her website showcases botanical artwork, including commissioned pieces created for a range of publications. Hollender is presented as a leading expert in using colored pencils and watercolor pencils to make detailed botanical drawings and paintings.

Through her teaching, she helps people learn botanical art and illustration techniques. Visitors can explore information about online botanical courses and workshops, as well as instructional books, art supplies, and original artwork. Her featured title, The Album of Plant Families, offers another way to engage with her botanical work and has been covered by The New York Times.

Hollender also shares handpicked art supplies and resources for learners through DrawBotanical.com, her dedicated online botanical drawing website. The site connects her artistic practice with practical instruction, giving aspiring artists access to learning materials, workshops, and tools for developing their drawing skills.