Botanical Illustration Courses for Artists at All Levels with Helen Cousins
Do you dream of capturing the beauty of nature through your own artwork?
I offer botanical illustration courses designed for artists at all levels, providing clear guidance, practical techniques, and inspiring projects. Whether you're just beginning or ready to refine your existing skills, you'll find resources here to support and enrich your creative journey.
“Helen is a great teacher. She is both calm and clear while explaining every single detail of the project, and she gives tons of useful information, taking watercolour painting up to the next level.”
Online Learning & Tutorials
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The Botanical Essentials
Build confidence in your botanical painting with structured, self-paced courses.
A structured bundle of three foundational botanical art courses: Fundamentals of Watercolour, Fundamentals of Botanical Art, and Fundamentals of Colour.
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Watercolour Rose Petal Tutorial
Follow a step-by-step video tutorial and learn how to paint a single Rose petal using simple watercolour techniques.
The PDF arrives by email and includes a link to the demo video so you can follow along.
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1-1 Online Lessons
Work directly with me through personalised 1–2 hour online lessons.
Each session is tailored specifically to your goals, giving you dedicated time to practice particular techniques, get detailed feedback, or ask questions in a relaxed, supportive setting.
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My Favourite Art Supplies
A practical list of tools that support confident painting.
These are the paints, brushes and paper I trust every time I sit down to paint. A helpful starting point if you want to build a toolkit without wasting money.
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How to Stretch Watercolour Paper
Learn the method I use to prepare watercolour paper before I paint.
I share the simple method I use so watercolour paper stays flat. Sign up to get the guide and start painting on a surface that behaves exactly as it should.
The Membership
Join a welcoming, supportive community of botanical artists, and develop your skills with structured tutorials, helpful resources, and personalised guidance from Helen.
Designed to inspire and encourage, The Membership provides a clear pathway to help you progress — no matter your skill level. Enjoy access to my exclusive tutorials, monthly Q&A sessions, and a thoughtfully curated learning journey, all in one convenient place.
Whether you're picking up a brush for the first time or you're an experienced watercolour artist, there’s space for you here to learn, grow, and flourish.
Join the waitlist today and be the first to know when doors reopen!
In-Person Learning
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Botanical Art Workshops
Join me for inspiring botanical illustration workshops held in the South of England. Enjoy dedicated time to develop your skills, with relaxed and supportive one-day or multi-day workshops available throughout the year. Spaces are limited, so keep an eye out for upcoming dates and reserve your place!
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Bespoke Days
Looking for something tailored just for you? Whether it’s a personal one-to-one session, a private small-group class, or a corporate wellbeing event, I will create a bespoke botanical illustration experience to perfectly suit your needs. Get in touch to discuss your ideas!
Further Inspiration
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The Botanical Art Diaries
Explore my archived blog posts, including my most popular entries documenting my journey through the Society of Botanical Artists Distance Learning Diploma. Come behind the scenes and see how my botanical art has evolved over time!
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Social Media
I regularly share botanical illustration tips, tricks, and behind-the-scenes glimpses on Instagram and Facebook. Come say hello, ask questions, and see my latest work in progress, I’d love to connect!