For a guide to garden plants, I have created several hundred drawings of trees and bushes. This ongoing project is in collaboration with the garden center Soontiens in the Netherlands. We work on it whenever we have the time, so one day it will be a delightful surprise for both of us when we see the completed guide!
Amphibians, reptiles, and fish are among my favorite animals. Many species exhibit striking colors and can often be observed up close, which adds to their appeal. These creatures are also excellent ambassadors for nature education: not only can they be showcased in their natural habitats, but they also have highly specific requirements for their surroundings. Their presence serves as a valuable indicator of the health of the natural environment.
For the Slovene Botanical Terminological Dictionary, I provided a range of black-and-white drawings. This book encompasses both botany and mycology (the study of fungi and mushrooms). It was a delightful challenge to create a wide variety of illustrations in a uniform style. However, I must admit that I needed to conduct thorough research to ensure the accuracy of my drawings.
Sometimes, I enjoy combining two slightly different styles in my work. In this instance, I used highly detailed butterfly illustrations alongside a more schematically rendered butterfly bush. I am thrilled with the outcome, as it is both colorful and decorative while maintaining the accuracy you’ve come to expect from my illustrations.
Invasive plants have, unfortunately, become a permanent component of vegetation in many areas. When it comes to planning how to manage them, accurate identification is the crucial first step. To assist with this, I created several series of drawings that culminated in the development of identification keys for the Slovene Ministry of the Environment, as well as this delightful little book, which you can download free of charge here: Project LIFE ARTEMIS.
