Association of Botanical Artists - ABA

21/03/2026

24/02/2026

Submissions are now open for our May exhibition for 2026!

“ UNUSUAL “

Think of something unusual for your submission, it could be in the way you have composed your subject, how the light shows, an aspect of the plant’s colour, or even the actual subject itself.

Have a look through your portfolio, or feel inspired and get the brushes out, and choose something that’s going to make people think ‘that’s unusual!’ .

Make sure you read and understand the criteria before you submit your work.

Remember this is a botanical art association so attention to detail and correct anatomical accuracy is at the core of your work.

Complete your submission details using the button in your member email and upload your artwork. Submission times and exhibition opening dates are shown below.

We are really looking forward to seeing your work and thank you for supporting your ABA.

EXHIBITION DETAILS

Submissions Open : Now

Submissions Close : Sunday 3rd May - 2026

Exhibition Opens : Sunday 17th May - 2026

Upload Your Artwork

You must be a “paid up “ member of ABA for your artwork to be included in the exhibition. We will inform you if your membership has lapsed or is due.

Watch out for more information about our themed 2026 exhibition which will open in November and have a think about a composition that fits the title:

“ DISSECTED “

All the best and if you have any questions use the email link in the member email.

The ABA Team

[email protected]

08/02/2026

A teaser for our online show “Inspiration”! 🎨We’re thrilled to show our largest ABA Show yet, celebrating our growing artist community🔗 Link in bio!

💚 Please reshare and let us what you think of the show ⬇️

Artist credits in order of display. Message us if your name/tag is incorrect and we can change it right away!

Iryna Yeromenko
Iryna Kovalenko
Iuliia Mysenko
Ivona Maris

Jackie Isard
Joanna Craig-McFeely
Kingdom Illustrations illustration.botanique
Pavlina Kopecna
Lauren Wick
Laurence Hillbotanicalart
Linda Pitkin

Kateryna Hatsenko

28/01/2026

We are hiring!

Freelance Creative Support Administrator
Paid freelance role | Remote | Flexible hours

The Association is looking for a highly organised, self-motivated Administrator to support our growing community of botanical artists. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys clear systems, thoughtful communication and working collaboratively with a small, passionate charity team.

Email: Emma at [email protected] for more details.
Closing date for applications is 13.02.26

24/01/2026

New book review out today all about this glorious book, “Botanical Illustration:The Gold Medal Winners” by RHS - Royal Horticultural Society Art Curator Charlotte Brooks.

www.assocbotanicalartists.com

Enjoy and please share!
Your ABA Team 💚

Review by Emma van Klaveren, IG@emmasbotanicals
Editors Elanor Wexler Illustrations and Martin Allen
Publishers Acc Art Books Limited

17/12/2025

Christmas Rose Helleborus niger , Watercolour by Annie Morris

On behalf of the ABA Team we wish all our Members and Followers peace and happiness over the holiday season and for the coming year. We have loved your company in 2025 and look forward to more of your participation in our exhibitions, engagement with our social media, and seeing you at the Botanical Chat.

There have been some changes in the team here at ABA as some of our volunteers retire and new ones take their place. We also have some interesting new ideas planned, all of which we will let you know about in 2026.

Please note the office is now closed until 5th January 2026.

Warmest wishes,

Maria Ioannou
ABA President

11/12/2025

Now Live: “Inspiration” Art Exhibition! 🎨We’re thrilled to unveil our largest ABA Show yet, celebrating our growing artist community🔗 Link in bio to explore the exhibition!

💚 Please reshare and drop us a comment on what you think of the show ⬇️

Artist credits in order of display. Message us if your name/tag is incorrect and we can change it right away!




Belinda Biggs

Alison Harley

15/11/2025

Now Live: “Inspiration” Art Exhibition! 🎨🍂
We’re thrilled to unveil our largest ABA Show yet, celebrating our growing artist community and their incredible creativity 💚 Please reshare on your platforms 💚

The 2025 Open Exhibition has no set theme — it’s all about what truly inspires our member artists. Come explore a diverse collection of botanical art showcasing our international membership.

✨ Visit the ABA Online Gallery today and experience the power of inspiration in botanical art. 🔗 www.assocbotanicalartists.com to explore the exhibition!