Alexia Arevalo Hijo
Lead Illustrator
Specialist in botanical watercolor and minimalist characters. Her field notebooks featuring birds have been exhibited at independent art fairs.
To get started with bird and nature illustration, you only need a medium-grain sketchbook, HB and 2B graphite pencils, and a kneaded eraser. If you prefer color, basic pastel watercolors or soft colored pencils are ideal for achieving that luminous, calm finish that characterizes our style.
For now, we mainly work with downloadable guides, article-format tutorials, and visual inspiration collections. We do not organize in-person workshops, but we do share ideas and step-by-step processes so you can develop your projects from home, at your own pace and without pressure.
All the visual content we show on the blog and in the galleries is for inspirational and educational purposes. If you wish to use any illustration as a reference for your personal practice, you are welcome to do so. For commercial use or public reproduction, please contact us at info@fatbirdie.com and we will inform you of the conditions.
We recommend starting with a reduced palette of three tones: a neutral base color (beige, light gray, or off-white), a soft accent color (sage green, pale terracotta, or dusty blue), and a darker tone for details (graphite brown or slate gray). This combination maintains visual serenity and highlights the bird's silhouette without overloading the drawing.
You don't need any experience. Our guides are designed for beginners: we start with basic shape observation exercises, then move on to bird silhouettes using simple geometric figures, and gradually add feather and expression details. The important thing is to enjoy the process and connect with nature while you draw.
We would love to see your progress. You can send us a photo of your illustration to info@fatbirdie.com or tag us on your social media if you share your work. From time to time, we select some community creations to inspire others on our blog, always with your permission and proper credit.
Meet the people who turn their passion for nature and illustration into projects full of calm and creativity.
Lead Illustrator
Specialist in botanical watercolor and minimalist characters. Her field notebooks featuring birds have been exhibited at independent art fairs.
Natural Space Designer
Landscape engineer with over twelve years creating gardens that attract birds and butterflies. He collaborates on observation guides for beginners.
Creative Workshop Coordinator
Facilitates drawing and painting sessions for adults seeking a relaxing hobby. She has trained over 300 people in naturalist illustration techniques.
Visual Content Editor
Responsible for selecting images and texts that inspire calm. Her experience in editorial design ensures that each project conveys serenity and closeness to nature.
Last updated: March 15, 2025
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