Discover Visual Science Illustration

A showcase of professional projects demonstrating the power of illustration to educate, inspire, and communicate.

image credit: Holly Sullivan, member since 2019

Scientific illustration plays a vital role in communicating complex ideas with accuracy and beauty.
In this gallery, explore real-world examples of how GNSI members’ artwork has been featured in publications, research projects, and educational media.


Browse by topic below to discover the range of applications for natural science illustration and search our professional gallery to find an artist.

EXPLORE THE GALLERIES

Illustration by Discipline

Botany (Plants)

Accurate depictions of plants, including morphology, anatomy, and ecological context.

Zoology (Animals)

Scientific illustrations of vertebrates and invertebrates, showing anatomy, behavior, and habitat.

Ornithology (Birds)

Detailed renderings of bird species, emphasizing structure, plumage, and natural settings.

Entomology (Insects)

Precise studies of insects and arthropods, highlighting anatomical and morphological features.

Aquatic Science

Visualizations of marine and freshwater organisms, ecosystems, and underwater environments.

Medical & Cellular Biology

Illustrations of anatomical, physiological, and cellular structures for educational or professional use.

Paleontology

Reconstructed extinct organisms and fossilized specimens, showing anatomy and evolutionary context.

Sculptural & Site Specific

Three-dimensional and installation work interpreting scientific subjects in physical form.

The examples shown here represent only a small selection of the vast range of subjects our members illustrate!


Beyond these categories, scientific illustration also encompasses fields such as geology, chemistry, astronomy, meteorology, environmental science, and technology - reflecting the full spectrum of visual science communication.

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