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St Cuthberts Mill | Artist Interview
I was delighted to be featured on the blog of St Cuthberts Mill this month, as part of my role as one of their ambassadors. In the feature, I talk openly about my botanical art practice and share why their beautifully made paper play such an important role in my...
Painting an Oriental Lily in Watercolour: A Free Botanical Art Tutorial
There are few flowers that draw attention quite like an Oriental lily. With their sweeping petals, delicate freckles and unmistakable presence, they feel like the perfect botanical subject. Sadly I have an allergy to lillies, but this doesn't sway my love of admiring...
Participate in a Spring Masterclass!
In January 2026, internationally recognised artist Margaret Best is hosting a Cool Hues and Spring Subjects Masterclass via Emma Tildesley's Patreon channel. This is a fantastic opportunity to discover how to use cool hues for fresh, vibrant botanical drawings in...
2025 Reflections as an Artist
Happy New Year, everyone. In this week’s blog post, I’m taking time to reflect on the year gone by as a botanical artist. By answering these thought-provoking questions, I hope to learn from my work, celebrate the special moments and set thoughtful goals for the year...
Botanical Christmas Gift Guide 2025
Nature-Inspired Gifts for the People You Love 🌿 Christmas is just around the corner, and many of us might still be wondering about the perfect gift for the special friends and family in our lives. If you are seeking something artistic and carefully crafted, botanical...
From Holly to Cookies: My Festive Artwork Through the Years
Learn to create five unique festive artworks inspired by botanical elements and holiday traditions. Each design incorporates seasonal motifs, color, and playful details suitable for cards, keepsakes, or personal projects.
A Year in Bloom: The Creation of my 2026 Calendar
Discover the inspiration and process behind my 2026 Botanical Calendar, featuring roses, peonies, sunflowers and more. Explore how art and nature can enrich your everyday life.
Botanical Inspiration: Spending a Day at Birmingham Botanical Gardens
Discover the beauty of Birmingham Botanical Gardens with Botanical Artist Emma Tildesley. Uncover the hundreds of species on display, including bonsai, orchids and more.
Autumn as a Botanical Artist
This morning, I noticed how quickly autumn is settling in. Cool mornings and crisp leaves always remind me of why I adore this season. So, in this week's blog, I am feeling inspired to reflect on some of my favourite autumnal artworks over the years. Miniature Pumpkin...
Book Review: Fabulous Flowers by Sun-Kyong Clifford
Recently, I have kindly been gifted a copy of Sun-Kyong Clifford’s new book, Fabulous Flowers. It’s a brand-new publication released earlier this month, so I have been truly excited to have a chance to sit down, read and draw some of the twenty stunning subjects...