Verdant Mysteries of The Herbwise Craft
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On these pages you’ll find a wealth of inspiration and guidance in the ancient ways of the plant spirit path as taught by Herbalist Josh Williams.
We offer a growing catalog of courses and classes, specialized books, and community gathering around the sorcerous paths of our green kin.
The Green Arte is a modern tradition of the plant spirit path dedicated to nourishing the deep roots of the herbwise craft in a way that speak to who we are and when we are. Ours is an initiatory mystery tradition that centers the wisdom, magic, and medicine of the green realm and their guardians. Through animist-sorcerous perspectives and workings, we engage with the realms of otherness and become go-betweens; bridging the world of the wild with the many needs and longings of humankind.
C O U R S E S
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The Spiritual Herbalism Course
40 hours of immersive content not taught anywhere else. Explore the healing power of plants through ancient spiritual approaches to the herbwise ways.
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Herbwise Craft Initiatory Program
A year-long journey into the mysteries, magic, and wisdom of our verdant kin teaching The Green Arte tradition of plant spirit work.
Starting in 2027
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Goddess & Green Man
Meet the ancient guardians, guides, and initiators of the plant spirit path in this community-nourished journey into the heart of wildwood and the depths of the soil below.
Starting in 2027
Announcements
May 1, 2026
Blessings of the turning wheel and the verdant flush!
We will be wrapping up the Wyrtcræft course this month. I have enjoyed journeying with the incredible cohort of folks we had over the last year and can’t wait to see what lies ahead for this amazing group.
After taking a bit to catch my breath and get some headway on my next book, I’ll be announcing our first virtual course offering for The Herbwise Craft which will begin in 2027. Make sure you’re on the newsletter list for early info and invites.
“I have been interested in herbalism all my life, even before I knew it was called "herbalism." However, I felt the subject was too complicated and overwhelming for most of my life. But, when I found Josh's teachings, I felt I finally found a welcoming path into herbalism. I've taken courses by other teachers and read books by different authors, but something was always missing. Plants were usually talked about as tools rather than allies, and the nuance of each human's unique condition seemed to be ignored. As such, I was immediately drawn to Josh's deep respect and enthusiasm for plant allies. His depth and breadth of knowledge, while remaining humble and funny, have made me a devoted student of his work. All of his courses (free and paid) are insightful; his passion is contagious, and his respect for plant allies is inspiring. I highly recommend Josh's work to anyone interested in learning herbalism and wanting to explore a plant spirit practice.” -HS, USA
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“I have always felt a call to the plants and herbal medicine, which I sadly ignored for most of my life. At the time of writing this I have been watching Josh’s free content for two years and a patreon member for nearly a year. When he began offering his Spiritual Herbalism course I immediately enrolled. I knew it was going to be incredible, but I was completely blown away. Josh is one of those rare people who has a great gift for teaching. After his classes I walk away not only feeling like I learned something, like I acquired the data, but he has this incredible way of instilling the confidence to do something with the knowledge he teaches. He presents all of his lessons in an approachable, and easily understood way that anyone can come to regardless of spiritual path or experience level. " -CN, USA
Books
“Whether he’s discussing botany, herbalism, or spirituality there is always a wealth of knowledge presented, and you can tell he’s truly passionate about what he’s teaching. Following his methods of plant work has allowed me to enter into real reciprocal relationships with the plants, the land, and the spirits around me and has not only given me the knowledge and the confidence to craft herbal medicine, but also deepened my own spiritual practice, and helped me cultivate more peace and harmony and improve all other relationships in my life. His courses are truly something special, and I can’t recommend them enough.” -CN, USA
The Herbwise Craft
Our plant kin are at the heart of all ancient sorcerous traditions. By connecting with them through communion, reciprocity, and ritual, we can tap into the living current of magical power that flows through land, story, and seasons.
The Green Arte Tradition is a modern expression of ancient plat spirit path practice that’s suited for who we are, wherever we may be. Our approach to this sacred work centers plants as living, conscious, and co-creative beings rather than symbolic presences or tools in the craft. We embrace them as familiar spirits and learn directly from them as we cultivate power, vision, and initiation along the journey.
Our class and course catalog is ever-growing, and each offering is presented by clinical herbalist Josh Williams who has been a student of the plants and plant spirit path walker for over 20 years. We also have a vibrant online community attached to all classes and courses which will bring you into contact with truly incredible people who walk this path alongside you.