Wildlife & Nature Illustrator

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Bold. Vibrant. Rooted in Nature.

Rachel Hudson’s illustrations celebrate wildlife and the natural world - perfect for publishers, conservationists, and nature lovers looking for images that connect and captivate.

 

Book Illustration

I illustrate narrative nonfiction children’s books and book covers for nature writing, combining bold compositions with expressive simplicity. With clean lines, striking colours, and rich textures, I create playful yet thoughtful images that spark curiosity and deepen appreciation for nature.

 

Conservation Illustration

I specialise in conservation communication, creating engaging wildlife and environmental illustrations for nature reserves, heritage sites, editorial projects, and educational materials. My work brings environmental stories to life and connects people with nature.

 

Nature-Inspired Illustration

I create vibrant, nature-inspired illustrations that celebrate the beauty of wildlife and landscapes. I collaborate with licensing partners, greetings card publishers, lifestyle magazines, and sustainable brands to bring engaging visuals to each project.

Hello, I’m Rachel…

My work is deeply rooted in conservation and storytelling, bringing wildlife and the natural world closer to audiences in an inviting and immersive way. I live and work in Four Marks on the Hampshire Downs, in a cottage that was once the village shop.

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This is home for the next week - the coastal loch of Appin, overlooking Lismore Island on the west coast of Scotland. With a view of the lighthouse from our living room and a 14th century castle two miles down the lane. I may be a little quiet on her
I’m beyond excited that ‘How to Know a Crow: the biography of a brainy bird’ has been longlisted for the Children’s Wainwright Prize for 2025 Children’s Non-Fiction. The prizes spotlight writing and illustration that cel
Ringed plover chick in the shade of sea kale. Thanks to @johnwrightmushrooms ‘The Observant Walker’ I’ve discovered an unknown part of Hayling Island. It’s full of amazing coastal plants and there’s a protected RSPB nest
Curlew and oystercatchers. This is by far my best selling illustration as a greeting card - it also made my Dad smile. It’s a year ago today that he died and to be honest I’ve struggled with coming to terms with it. This morning my Mum an
Cormorants in the Hebrides. One week to go before my family and I head up to Scotland, on a summer adventure.
Croft and cormorant in the Hebrides. Just a heads up that my shop will be closing under a week’s time, for a summer break, reopening on 21 July. Thanks in advance for any purchases made before then. ☀️ . You’ll still be able to buy my car
The blackbird fledglings in our garden are now bigger than their parents. Still recognisable for their mottled brown feathers.
It’s here! My advance copy of ‘Turtle Lives’, written by @annikajohanssonwriter and illustrated by me, has arrived and it’s beautiful. It’s published on 7 July by Tiny Seed, an imprint of Starfish Bay Publishing. (Have a