Green Open Gallery showcases the excellence of contemporary botanical illustration by 21st-

century artists. All of these women have become professional botanical illustrators after training

in faculties of art or biology and now work documenting specimens for scientific, artistic, and

educational purposes. Their undeniable talent and strong determination have enabled them to

accurately and beautifully depict plant morphology.

The illustrations in this gallery were submitted in response to an open call, disseminated through

social media and in collaboration with prestigious botanical illustrators' societies, such as the

Korea Botanical Arts Cooperative and the Society of Botanical Artists. The response to this call

was remarkable, and here we can view a selection from over 600 contributions coming from 22

countries. This surge of artistic expression demonstrates the quality of new artists, who have

added their unique character to the rich tapestry of scientific illustration that transcends

geographical boundaries.

The dedication and passion evident in each piece make this space a tribute to women's

contributions to botanical representation. Their sensitivity, the richness of their languages, and

their skilled handling of techniques greatly enrich this branch of science.