Artist Bio
Jonanda Kannemeyer is a Botanical Artist and Illustrator based in Cape Town, South Africa. With a background in Graphic Design, Illustration and Animation, her work is characterized by intricate details and creative storytelling. She is passionate about sharing the beauty and wonder of creation through her art.
Her botanical artworks have been acquired by private art collectors in South Africa, including the prestigious Ellerman House. In 2024, Jonanda received an "Exhibiting Excellence in Composition" SBA Award from the Society of Botanical Artists in the United Kingdom for her work showcased during the Plantae 24 online exhibition.
Working primarily in Watercolour, Pen & Ink and Coloured Pencils she shares her creative journey and stories on Instagram: @Kingdom.Illustrations
Book Illustration
Art Education & Affiliates
Her botanical artworks have been acquired by private art collectors in South Africa, including the prestigious Ellerman House. In 2024, Jonanda received an "Exhibiting Excellence in Composition" SBA Award from the Society of Botanical Artists in the United Kingdom for her work showcased during the Plantae 24 online exhibition.
Working primarily in Watercolour, Pen & Ink and Coloured Pencils she shares her creative journey and stories on Instagram: @Kingdom.Illustrations
Book Illustration
Jonanda has created cover art and illustrations for a 20-part Children's Bible Story Book Series, working primarily in Digital Media. She is currently illustrating and authoring her own children's book, and shares her creative journey on Instagram: @Kingdom.Storybooks
Art Education & Affiliates
Jonanda graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Applied Graphics (majoring in Graphic Design & Illustration) from the University of Stellenbosch in 2000 and an Animation Diploma from Boston Media House in Sandton in 2004.
She is a member of the Association of Botanical Artists (ABA) and served as part of their Education Team from January 2022 - March 2025. She is also a member of the Botanical Artists Association of Southern Africa (BAASA) and part of the BAASA Cape Town Branch Committee since March 2025.
Artist Statement
"My art is rooted in my love for nature and my desire to share its beauty in our fast-paced world. I am inspired by the Creator, pursuing realism to magnify the beauty and wonder of His works and all its intricate details. I aim to awaken a childlike wonder, curiosity, and appreciation for the natural world through my art. Botanical art, to me, is a celebration of the beauty and mystery of life's cycles, reflecting on the fleeting and eternal, and connecting the human heart back to the Creator of it all. It also evokes emotions and memories, from recalling the scent of spring flowers in childhood, to celebrating life's golden moments with beautiful bouquets, comforting heavy hearts, and witnessing the mysterious splendor of wildflowers in bloom. One of my favourite art quotes is by Margaret Stevens: 'God has already done the best job. Artists can't improve on that and can only do the best they can.' "
Art Exhibitions
November 2025 - May 2026
Online
Association of Botanical Artist - Inspiration - Virtual Exhibition
Tectaria gemmifera (Snail Fern)
Archival Ink Drawing on Paper
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September 2025 - January 2026
Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden
- Botanical Art & Photography Exhibition -
"Aloidendron dichotomum - Seed pod"
Fine Art Photography Limited Single Edition Print
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28 September - 6 October 2024
Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden
- Botanical Art & Photography Exhibition -
"Rockets After the Fire"
Watercolour on Paper
Tectaria gemmifera (Snail Fern)
Archival Ink Drawing on Paper
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June 2024
SBA Plantae '24 Online
Society of Botanical Artists
*SELECTED - "Rockets After the Fire"
SBA AWARD: Exhibiting Excellence in Composition
Watercolour on Paper
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October 2021 - March 2022
Shirley Sherwood Gallery, Kew Gardens, UK
Online
Association of Botanical Artist - Inspiration - Virtual Exhibition
Tectaria gemmifera (Snail Fern)
Archival Ink Drawing on Paper
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September 2025 - January 2026
Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden
- Botanical Art & Photography Exhibition -
"Aloidendron dichotomum - Seed pod"
Fine Art Photography Limited Single Edition Print
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28 September - 6 October 2024
Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden
- Botanical Art & Photography Exhibition -
"Rockets After the Fire"
Watercolour on Paper
Tectaria gemmifera (Snail Fern)
Archival Ink Drawing on Paper
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June 2024
SBA Plantae '24 Online
Society of Botanical Artists
*SELECTED - "Rockets After the Fire"
SBA AWARD: Exhibiting Excellence in Composition
Watercolour on Paper
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October 2021 - March 2022
Shirley Sherwood Gallery, Kew Gardens, UK
Association of Botanical Artists - Digital ‘Reflections’ exhibition supporting COP26
(Climate Change Summit) displayed on large format screen
at the Shirley Sherwood Gallery, Kew Gardens, UK.
*SELECTED - "On the Cutting Edge of Carbon Sequestration"
Watercolour on Paper
(Climate Change Summit) displayed on large format screen
at the Shirley Sherwood Gallery, Kew Gardens, UK.
*SELECTED - "On the Cutting Edge of Carbon Sequestration"
Watercolour on Paper
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2021
Online
David Shepherd Wildlife Artist of the Year 2021 - Virtual Exhibition
* FINALIST - "Octopoda - Thousands of Tiny Dots"
Archival Ink on Paper
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2020
Online
Association of Botanical Artist - Purely Botanical? ii - Virtual Exhibition
"Abutilon"
Archival Ink on Paper
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2020
Online
Association of Botanical Artist - Purely Botanical? - Virtual Exhibition
"Blueberries"
Coloured Pencil on Paper
2021
Online
David Shepherd Wildlife Artist of the Year 2021 - Virtual Exhibition
* FINALIST - "Octopoda - Thousands of Tiny Dots"
Archival Ink on Paper
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2020
Online
Association of Botanical Artist - Purely Botanical? ii - Virtual Exhibition
"Abutilon"
Archival Ink on Paper
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2020
Online
Association of Botanical Artist - Purely Botanical? - Virtual Exhibition
"Blueberries"
Coloured Pencil on Paper
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Quotes
"..whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things."
Philippians 4:8 (ESV)
"God has already done the best job. Artists can't improve on that and can only do the best they can."
Margaret Stevens
(Former President of the Society of Botanical Artists)
"..whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things."
Philippians 4:8 (ESV)
"God has already done the best job. Artists can't improve on that and can only do the best they can."
Margaret Stevens
(Former President of the Society of Botanical Artists)
"I am inspired by the Creator, pursuing realism to magnify the beauty and wonder of His Works and all its intricate details."
Jonanda Kannemeyer
Jonanda Kannemeyer