Hello, I’m Helen — botanical watercolour artist, teacher, and founder of The Membership, an online community for people who want to learn botanical art in a calm, supportive way.

I live in Kent, England, and balance my creative work with my career as a doctor. That blend of art and science has shaped my practice for more than 15 years and continues to guide how I teach.

I completed the Society of Botanical Artists Distance Learning Diploma alongside my medical degree, graduating with a distinction and the Award for Excellence. Since then, I’ve spent years refining my skills and helping others build theirs through classes, courses, and my Membership community.

I’m a strong believer in the wellbeing benefits of painting. Sitting down with a brush can slow your day, ease stress, build confidence, and help you reconnect with yourself.

Watching students experience that sense of calm and achievement is one of my favourite parts of teaching.

These days I focus on creating online classes, building my Membership, and teaching botanical illustration both in person and online. I also take on selected personal and commercial commissions.

Thank you for stopping by and exploring my work here on Skillshare. If you’d like to connect or join me elsewhere, you can find me here:

Website: www.helencousinsbotanics.com
Instagram: @helencousinsbotanics
YouTube: Helen Cousins Botanics

I’d love to paint with you soon.

Helen Cousins

Botanical Illustrator & Teacher

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