Botanical illustration vs Watercolour & gouache
Botanical illustration and watercolour & gouache have 91% in common. Here is how they differ on time, cost and feel, so you can pick the one that fits your week.
| What | Botanical illustration | Watercolour & gouache |
|---|---|---|
| Time a week | 3 hours a week | 2 hours a week |
| Who with | On your own | On your own |
| You end up with | Something you made | Something you made |
| Feels | Calm | Calm |
| To start | $60 | $30 |
Choose botanical illustration if
- More about following a method
- More of a mental workout
- More fiddly, precise work
About $60 to start, then about $10 a month.
Choose watercolour & gouache if
- More creative
- Easier on the brain
- Less fiddly
About $30 to start, then about $8 a month.
What you'll need
- Botanical illustration: About $60 to start, then about $10 a month. Full cost breakdown
- Watercolour & gouache: About $30 to start, then about $8 a month. Full cost breakdown