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Why Use Natural Science Illustration?
Illustration is able to “see into” the parts of a structure that photography and editing can’t capture, making it a better tool for educational images. Adding visual aids to research articles can increase the likelihood of being published.
It can also be used to speculate the appearance of a species or a stage of life that is extinct or rarely visually documented. Scientific and nature illustrators work often with palaeontologists and other scientists to visually re-construct various creatures.
Natural science illustration features life-like illustrations that communicate complex information in an engaging and simple manner. These can be but are not limited to: infographic pieces, realistic depictions of a plant or animal species, or an illustration of a life cycle.
About the Artist
Sophia Bos is a Kingston based illustrator with a passion for nature and an eye for detail. Growing up in the countryside of southern Ontario, she was constantly surrounded by bugs, plants, and animals. These formative experiences evolved into a passion for science and nature illustration. Sophia creates unique artistic works by incorporating traditional oil painting techniques in her digital illustrations to create a buttery-smooth and painterly sensation.
Her favourite part of each project is the opportunity to learn new things, whether that be a plant species, conservation technique, animal behaviour, etc. She is passionate about utilizing illustration for education, and that starts with teaching herself. Sophia also enjoys highlighting native and endangered species in her work and dabbling in more fantastical and whimsical nature illustrations in her personal work.
When she’s not painting, you can find Sophia buried under blankets on the couch, knitting garments for her step-son, Logan (he’s a cat), and listening to heavy metal music.
Let’s Collaborate
Can you see my work being a good fit for your project, or are you curious about how a Scientific Illustrator can benefit your process? Reach out over email to sophia.bos@kos.net.