Frequent Questions and Answers
What is scientific and medical illustration/visualization?
A scientific and medical illustrator is a specialized professional trained in both science/medicine and visual arts, creating accurate, detailed, and visually engaging representations of medical and scientific concepts. These visualizations help explain complex scientific or medical topics for broad application including education, research, publishing, patient communication, and legal or marketing materials.
Who do you work with?
There is a large range of clients that can benefit from scientific and medical visualization work, including:
What types of projects do you take on?
Some common project types include:
How much does a medical illustration cost?
Pricing depends on the complexity, detail, usage rights, and timeline of the project. I offer custom quotes after a short and free consultation. Reach out with your visualization idea or needs, and I’ll provide a detailed estimate.
How long does a typical project take?
Timelines vary based on the scope of work, but most projects take 1 to 4 weeks from start to final delivery. Got a project due soon? No worries—I can often accommodate rush projects to ensure your project is looking good, on time.
What is the process like?
Here, the scientific and medical visualization process is made smooth and easy from start to finish. Here's a quick overview:
What do I need to provide?
All you need to get started is at minimum:
Do I own the artwork after the project?
You will receive usage rights tailored to your needs and intended use—this is referred to as copyright. Full copyright ownership remains with the artist unless otherwise agreed upon. This is typical practice and helps to protect both parties.
What is copyright and how does it work?
Copyright is a legal term that refers to the ownership of an illustration or visualization resource, including where and how it can be used. As the illustrator, I automatically hold full copyright to anything I create. This copyright is licensed to a client based on a tier system. Based on your personal needs, I will help you decide what tier of copyright license is best suited for you.
Can you illustrate a concept I came up with, even if it's not from the medical field?
Yes! While my background is in medical and scientific illustration, I also take on projects that involve complex storytelling, educational visuals, or concept-driven imagery.
I've never worked with an illustrator before--can you help me figure out what I need?
Absolutely. Part of my job is helping you figure out the best visual approach for your project. Just send me a message with a rough idea of what you're working on, and we’ll go from there.
A scientific and medical illustrator is a specialized professional trained in both science/medicine and visual arts, creating accurate, detailed, and visually engaging representations of medical and scientific concepts. These visualizations help explain complex scientific or medical topics for broad application including education, research, publishing, patient communication, and legal or marketing materials.
Who do you work with?
There is a large range of clients that can benefit from scientific and medical visualization work, including:
- Physicians and surgeons
- Researchers
- Educators and academic institutions
- Hospitals and clinics
- Health communication agencies
- Biomedical companies and publishers
- Medical device developers
What types of projects do you take on?
Some common project types include:
- Custom medical illustrations for websites, textbooks, or lecture slides
- Surgical step-by-step sequences
- Journal figures for research
- Patient education materials
- Scientific posters and presentations
- Editorial covers
- Visual abstracts
- Grant applications
How much does a medical illustration cost?
Pricing depends on the complexity, detail, usage rights, and timeline of the project. I offer custom quotes after a short and free consultation. Reach out with your visualization idea or needs, and I’ll provide a detailed estimate.
How long does a typical project take?
Timelines vary based on the scope of work, but most projects take 1 to 4 weeks from start to final delivery. Got a project due soon? No worries—I can often accommodate rush projects to ensure your project is looking good, on time.
What is the process like?
Here, the scientific and medical visualization process is made smooth and easy from start to finish. Here's a quick overview:
- Initial, free consult — A brief 30-40 minute meeting in which we go over your goals, content, and target audience
- Project proposal and quote — Within 1-2 days of our initial consult, I send a project outline, timeline, and estimated cost
- Sketch phase — We work together to create a draft to use as a base for the final illustration
- Final deliverable — High-resolution final images are delivered in the final formats you need
What do I need to provide?
All you need to get started is at minimum:
- A brief description of what you need
- Your intended audience and use
Do I own the artwork after the project?
You will receive usage rights tailored to your needs and intended use—this is referred to as copyright. Full copyright ownership remains with the artist unless otherwise agreed upon. This is typical practice and helps to protect both parties.
What is copyright and how does it work?
Copyright is a legal term that refers to the ownership of an illustration or visualization resource, including where and how it can be used. As the illustrator, I automatically hold full copyright to anything I create. This copyright is licensed to a client based on a tier system. Based on your personal needs, I will help you decide what tier of copyright license is best suited for you.
Can you illustrate a concept I came up with, even if it's not from the medical field?
Yes! While my background is in medical and scientific illustration, I also take on projects that involve complex storytelling, educational visuals, or concept-driven imagery.
I've never worked with an illustrator before--can you help me figure out what I need?
Absolutely. Part of my job is helping you figure out the best visual approach for your project. Just send me a message with a rough idea of what you're working on, and we’ll go from there.
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