Welcome to Reed-Turner Botanical Artists
Each year Reed-Turner Botanical Artist (RTBA) brings local botanical artists together to educate each other and the public about botany and the conservation of our natural resources through their artwork. Members have achieved success in presenting their botanical artwork at exibitions in the community. Members have also achieved success in national and international exhibitions, written articles in ASBA The Botanical Artist magazine, and published books on botanical art. Reed-Turner Botanical Artist have made great strides in their 20 years.
Reed-Turner Botanical Artists is a Circle affiliated with the American Society of Botanical Artists (ASBA). Artists’ Circles are independent associations with a mutual interest in botanical art whose participants may be comprised of ASBA members and non-members. Reed-Turner Botanical Artists also maintains an ongoing relationship with the Chicago Botanic Garden.
Members meet monthly throughout the year. Meetings give members the opportunity to gather together with fellow botanical artists, learn botanical art techniques, become educated about botany, and share their botanical artwork.
Important Upcoming Event Dates
Exhibitions
2026 RTBA Annual Exhibition The Beauty of Plants
May 1, 2026 - June 30, 2026
Heller Nature Center in Highland Park, Illinois
2821 Ridge Rd, Highland Park
Heller Nature Center has a rich history rooted in a generous donation and a commitment to environmental education. Construction of the center began in 1979, with the official dedication occurring in 1980 as the Walter E. Heller Nature Park and Interpretive Center. The center was made possible by the Heller Foundation and family members, alongside a federal grant. A notable feature is the Goodman Cabin, a historic log cabin designed by Jens Jensen, which was moved to the site in 1981.
From Our Blog
Botanical Sketches and Rambles
Chronicling the interests and activities of Reed-Turner Botanical Artists Circle
Dues are $25 for the year. These dues are put towards programs, website and exhibition costs.
Memberships are for a calendar year, January through December.
Benefits
Shared community of local botanical artist with common goals
Stay up-to-date with the botanical arts events
Workshops, lectures, and field trips throughout the year
Annual local exhibition opportunity
Listing of members websites and artwork in exhibition galleries
Contact us for more information about joining Reed-Turner Botanical Artist
Membership
Background artwork: George Dionysius Ehret (1708 - 1770)
For the May meeting, Reed-Turner Botanical Artists members will be enjoying a tour of the herbarium at Morton Arboretum by Herbarium Coordinator, Lindsey Worcester. Luncheon will be at the Bistro!