ABOUT THE ARTIST

Inessa Falina

BOTANICAL ARTIST · BOTANICAL ART EDUCATOR · LONDON

Delicate hand-painted works that capture the

quiet beauty, emotion and individuality of

plants — each one painted slowly, as a portrait

with its own character.

Fellow of the Linnean Society of London
Chelsea Physic Garden Florilegium Society
Society of Botanical Artists

Inessa Falina, botanical artist, London

— 01 MY STORY

From International

business to a brush

and a quiet plant.

“My journey began with a simple desire to slow down and truly observe nature.”

After many years working in international business I decided to follow a different path and began to paint. Through this process I discovered that plants hold not only beauty, but also emotion, character and a quiet sense of presence.

Today my work combines careful botanical observation with an emotional, often anthropomorphic approach — finding personality and mood in a flower or a vegetable, while staying rooted in precise, observational study. Working primarily in watercolour, I build each painting through delicate transparent layers, bringing vibrancy and life to every subject.

Painting also became an important part of my own healing and reflection during difficult periods in life. Through my work, I hope to bring calm, joy and a deeper connection to nature into people’s homes and everyday lives.

Alongside my studio practice I continue to explore how art can support wellbeing and attention. I am developing an online painting programme and workshops that encourage slow looking, patience and trust in observation, helping people reconnect with their creativity, build confidence and find a more grounded and meaningful relationship with nature through creative practice and observation over time.

I travel with a sketchbook. Wherever I go, my watercolours and brushes come too — capturing the beauty of plants in the different countries I visit, one quiet study at a time.

“Posing Banana” was featured by Saatchi Art

— 02 A LITTLE HUMOUR

The painting that proved a point

Two years ago I decided to submit a botanical painting to a non-botanical exhibition — The Holy Art — to show that botanical art belongs far beyond botanical shows. To my surprise, it was a great success.

That moment sparked my The Playful Botanical — and the playful spirit that now runs through much of my work: finding the unexpected expression, the character, the quiet humour hiding inside an ordinary plant.

— LATER FEATURED ON SAATCHI ART · NEW THIS WEEK, 2024

– 03 HOW I WORK

Slow, observed, painted by hand

Observe

I study the living plant closely — its shape, movement, texture and the small surprises that give it personality.

Layer

Working in watercolour, I build the painting through many delicate, transparent washes, letting colour and light slowly come to life.

Finish

Each original is signed by hand and numbered — a one-of-a-kind piece, made to live with you for a long time.

My Teaching Philosophy

Through Painting with Inessa, I believe botanical painting is not only about creating beautiful artwork. It is about slowing down, observing nature and discovering the joy of creativity.

My teaching approach is based on:

Making botanical art enjoyable and accessible for everyone, even for complete beginners
Sharing techniques step by step while allowing each person to develop their own style
Helping students develop confidence and trust their own creativity
Encouraging a deeper connection with nature through careful observation and creativity
Creating a calm and inspiring space where everyone can enjoy the painting process

25+

EXHIBITIONS
IN 5 YEARS

CONTINENTS OF
PRIVATE COLLECTORS

LONDON ART
AUCTIONS

Saatchi

FEATURED ON
SAATCHI ART

— 04 RECOGNITION

Exhibited Across The UK, Europe And Beyond

Plantae — The Mall Galleries, London — ’23 · ’24 · 25

CAS Summer Exhibition — Chelsea Old Town Hall, London — ’24 · ’25

RI Summer Exhibition — The Mall Galleries, London — ’24

Winter Exhibition — Green & Stone, London – ’24

Group & solo showings London — Oxfordshire UK — ’24 · ’25

The Holy Art Gallery — London, Athene — ’24

International exhibitions — France · Greece · Canada · Russia — ’23 · ’24 · ’25 · ’26

Memberships:

Fellow of the Linnean Society of London
Chelsea Physic Garden Florilegium Society
Society of Botanical Artists

Painting with Inessa

PAINTING WITH INESSA

I am delighted to welcome everyone to Painting with Inessa, a collection of online botanical painting courses designed to inspire creativity, confidence and a deeper connection with nature.

Starting 10 October 2026

Painting with Inessa: Discover Nature Through Painting – A free four-week introductory course for complete beginners.

Starting 31 October 2026

Painting with Inessa: Beyond the Ordinary – A five-week botanical painting course to help you develop your skills and create artwork with confidence and personality.

I look forward to sharing this creative journey with you.