William de Wilde is a British painter, illustrator and educator, of Flemish heritage. He specialises in botanical illustration and painting, portraiture and landscape painting.

William is a Fellow of the Society of Botanical Artists (FSBA) and painting member of the Chelsea Physic Garden Florilegium Society (CPGFS). He lives and works in West Sussex.

News

23 January 2025
The Society of Botanical Artists
SBA Art Grant – Honourable Mentions. Award: £500
We're excited to support William de Wilde on his "On the Verge" project! 

A distinguished artist and SBA Fellow, William’s work focuses on the vital role of Britain’s roadside verges as habitats for rare and endangered native plants. His 2025 project will document and illustrate wildflowers growing in Sussex verges, aiming to raise awareness of their ecological importance.

Why This Project Matters:
• Recording the beauty and diversity of wild plants growing in verges
• Highlighting the critical role verges play in supporting pollinators & biodiversity
• Using botanical art to inspire conservation efforts & community action
• Encouraging local councils to protect and rewild these spaces

Follow along William’s journey and the incredible flora he documents!