There Jacquin the younger introduced him to Sir Joseph Banks, who, recognizing his extraordinary talent, secured him a position as first botanical illustrator at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew and Museum, at an annual salary of £300. He stayed there for the rest of his life, producing a wealth of superb botanical and anatomical illustrations, became a member of the Royal Society and was appointed ‘Botanic Painter to His Majesty' King George III.
There Jacquin the younger introduced him to Sir Joseph Banks, who, identifying his exceptional ability, ensured he had a role as the first botanical illustrator at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew and Museum with an annual salary of £300. He resided there until his death, creating numerous exquisite botanical and anatomical illustrations, joined the Royal Society, and was designated 'Botanic Painter to His Majesty' King George III.