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In this exclusive interview with the National Library, Nicky Zimmermann discusses how she drew creative inspiration from the Library’s Ellis Rowan collection for Zimmermann's Spring 21 collection, Nicky Zimmermann How did you come across the work of Australian artist Ellis Rowan? What initially attracted you to Rowan’s flora and fauna paintings and what was it that struck you about her work? I came across a book called The Flower Hunter dedicated to works of Ellis Rowan. Her artwork instantly resonated with me – it was emotive and very Australian. I recognised the plants and birds, th...

Exclusive to the National Library, 8 looks from fashion label Zimmermann’s Spring 21 collection, Wild Botanica, will be on display alongside the Ellis Rowan paintings that inspired their creation. The installation will be in the Library’s foyer for two weeks from 25 February until 11 March. Zimmermann’s Creative Director Nicky Zimmermann was instantly taken by the beautiful botanical artwork of the 19th-century Australian artist and wanted to bring the artworks to life – laying the seed for the creation of Wild Botanica. I’ve always been drawn to botanical art - for a few seaso...