Celebrate one of the greatest botanical artists of the 20th century with art curator Charlotte Brooks and botanical artist Deborah Lambkin, in this conversation at the RHS Lindley Library!
Join botanical artist Deborah Lambkin and art curator Charlotte Brooks as we shine a light on our botanical art collection and the legacy of Lilian Snelling VMH (1879-1972).
In this conversation we will be celebrating Miss Snelling, often considered ‘The greatest botanical artist of her time and among the greatest of all time’ (Dr Henry Noltie, 2020).
Taking a close look at the beautiful, original watercolours preserved in our library collections, we will unpack Miss Snelling’s artistic career and legacy.
We’ll explore her 30 years working as the principal artist and lithographer to Curtis’s Botanical Magazine, with insight from contemporary contributor, Deborah Lambkin.
Plus, Deborah will be sharing her insight into the creative process of a botanical artist and her work within the RHS collections.
There will be plenty of time to ask questions, plus join us for a drinks reception after the conversation where you can explore the RHS Lindley Library’s collection.
RHS membership not required. Additional tickets will be available on the door.
Discover more botanical art with the RHS Botanical Art and Photography Show 2025, taking place at the Saatchi Gallery between 13 June – 27 July 2025.
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Guest Speaker
Deborah Lambkin – Deborah is an RHS Gold Medal winning botanical artist. Since 2005 Deborah has been the official orchid portrait artist of the RHS, and currently sits on the Botanical Art Judging Panel, awarding medals to contemporary botanical artists exhibiting at the annual RHS Botanical Art & Photography Show. She is also a regular contributor to Curtis's Botanical Magazine. Discover more of Deborah’s work on her Instagram @deborahlambkin
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Doors open at 6pm, with the conversation beginning at 6.30pm.
Tickets for this event are required, with the ticket cost supporting the RHS Lindley Library. Some tickets will be available on the door. RHS membership not required.
To keep the event as accessible as possible you can choose a full price ticket (£10) or you can make a donation of an amount affordable to you with our Pay What You Can tickets.
