A compendium of floral wonder, Petal: The World of Flowers Through an Artist's Eye reveals the colors, details, and unique sculptural beauty of nature’s most remarkable creations. Botanical artist Adriana Picker has curated specimens from all over the world to celebrate through her stunning illustrations, accompanied by writer Nina Rousseau's words on the folklore, fame, and meaning of both favorite blooms and herbaceous curiosities. Petal features over 200 flowers from 27 plant families—from elegant roses to otherworldly orchids and magnificent magnolias—as well as a dedicated chapter for unusual specimens. Hardcover; 256 pages.
