Mappin
Every species in an ecosystem exists in relationship — with its habitat, its neighbors, and the balance that sustains it. Making these relationships visible is often the first step toward protecting them.
Mappin reveals a small fraction of these connections across Chile, focusing on lesser-known native species rather than the usual iconic ones, with the aim of sparking curiosity about the biodiversity people overlook. Through close observation and research, I digitally illustrated 32 native species, composing each within its own territory to show where — and how — it belongs.
Research process
Each species was selected through research into regional biodiversity records and conservation status, prioritizing species with limited public visibility over well-known "flagship" animals.
For every species, I studied field guides, specimen photography, and habitat descriptions to ensure accurate anatomy, coloration, and scale.
Compositions were built region by region, cross-referencing geographic and ecological data so each illustration reflects the real territory the species inhabits — turning the map into both a visual record and a research tool.
