In 2000 Valerie took up Botanical painting and has exhibited in many exhibitions, won awards including three RHS Silver and Silver Gilt medals for her portrayal of British Wild Orchids and a range of British Butterflies in watercolour on vellum.
She has designed a decorated flower alphabet ‘Alphabetica Botanica’ and used it in many ways including greeting cards.
Valerie has had four, one women shows in various galleries, including the RBSA Birmingham, of which she is a member.
She has also been invited to show at the Stroud Museum in the Park in 2024.
Valerie accepts commissions for calligraphy, butterflies and botanical art.
