I’ve been sketching many of the birds I’m likely to encounter during an upcoming visit to the Colombian Andes, and I’ve turned those sketches into a field guide of sorts. I’ve almost finished the guide (just a few species to go!) so here’s a tour through its pages. I chat about the birds, my materials, and how the hummingbirds made me change my technique. I hope you enjoy watching!
As a special gift for paid subscribers, at the end I share my sketching, painting, and note taking process, along with how I researched the birds and found my reference photos. 💜
I’d love to hear if you’ve ever made your own field guide, or if this video inspires you to make one now. You could make one of the birds you encounter on a trip, the birds that visit your favorite patch, or those that live in your backyard—the possibilities are endless!
