Biological illustration is a subject that addresses specific scientific disciplines. Biological artists find work intricately detailing the microcosmic worlds of plant, animal and insect kingdoms. This specialized order of artistic endeavor attracts individuals whose talents and interests overlap both the scientific and visual art fields. The markets for biological drawing span from educational and ecological studies to book publishers and trade magazines.
17 Year Cicada, Magicicada septendecim © 2014 Jennifer Fairman, CMI, FAMI
Carnivorous Mechanism of the Purple Pitcher Plant © 2014 Courtney A. McKenna