Welcome to my world!
My name is Agata, and I am the creator of Bumbarrel. For over 30 years, art has been my language, but my inspiration comes from a very specific place: the wild world outside my window.
The Bird Behind the Brand
I am a passionate birdwatcher and bird photographer. I spend countless hours observing the tiny lives of our Polish forest friends, and I can say without a doubt that the Long-tailed Tit is the most wonderful bird I have ever seen. Their round, fluffy bodies and playful energy captured my heart the moment I first saw them through my lens.
Every character you see in the Bumbarrel Sanctuary is a tribute to that beauty. By combining my decades of artistic experience with my photography observations, I bring these birds to life in a way that celebrates their unique spirit.
The "Perfectly Imperfect" Philosophy
In a world of digital perfection and AI-generated images, I believe there is a special power in the human touch. When you look at my stickers and bookmarks, you will see:
Visible imperfect Lines: The ghost of the original sketch or just crooked, wavy lines.
Watercolor Textures: The way the paint naturally settled on paper.
Authentic Observation: Details captured by an artist who truly knows and loves nature.
I call this style "perfectly imperfect." It is art that feels like a conversation. It’s meant to bring a sense of "sanctuary" to your daily life.
Why Bumbarrel?
Whether it’s a bird in a Krakow folk costume or a grumpy tit in a yellow scarf, my goal is to create characters that feel like old friends. When you support my shop, you are supporting three decades of artistic dedication and a dream to keep traditional, hand-crafted illustration alive.
Thank you for being part of the sanctuary. I can’t wait to see where these little birds fly off to next!