Visualize your important research for the world
Warbler Creative specializes in creating biomedical, medical, and scientific illustrations — with thought and care in every detail. Our graphic design strengths also ensure special attention to figure consistency, layout, and hierarchy for easier viewer comprehension. Most often hand drawn art and vector graphics are combined; however, our other traditional techniques such as graphite, pen, or watercolor also result in gorgeous illuminating works.
Our most common services are listed here — but as the name implies, we’re up for just about any creative challenge.
Let’s illustrate some science!
Illustrations for
graphical abstracts, figures
journal covers
presentations
textbooks, children’s books
teaching materials, online courses
medical offices, home decor, posters
commercial use
& more!
Want to see more? Send an email with what you’re looking for to cait@warblercreative.work.
Quotes for any size project are always free and friendly!
Our illustrations have been published in
Check out more of our work with MIT and the Whitehead Institute
“In every instance, Caitlin is able to absorb scientific summaries that were rarely adjusted for laypeople and quickly translate it not only into an easily digestible idea, but also an illustration that anyone could understand. She is incredibly professional throughout the process, and everyone who worked with her was so happy to do so. Researchers from Harvard, Johns Hopkins, MIT, and Columbia have all requested to continue using her illustrations in their talks.
I have nothing but the highest respect and recommendation for Caitlin’s work, and have been so lucky to work with her. I recommend her to any scientist looking for illustration assistance.”
Amelie Raz, PhD, Whitehead Forum Illustration Coordinator, Whitehead Institute
What is the scientific illustration commission process?
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Step 1
Start with an introductory meeting (or email!) to discuss your needs. You know your research best, so you’ll be the guiding force for main concepts. Past illustrations, data/photos/imagery of findings, and examples of styles you love all help. The best way to convey your idea is to sketch what you’re thinking — no judgement of artistic skill! A deposit is required to start.
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Step 2
Warbler Creative makes an initial sketch, if starting from scratch. We can also reorganize or “clean up” figures to optimize readability, make illustrations consistent, or create cohesive branding. The first sketch will likely come with a couple questions to help us make sure we’re on the right track.
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Step 3
Review and provide feedback — on accuracy and clarity, but also what you think of the artistic elements and overall look. It can be helpful to present to your lab supervisor, but also colleagues who aren’t as intimately familiar with your work. This helps us check accuracy as well as comprehension for those with “fresh eyes”.
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Step 4
We revise the illustration with feedback from step 3, and cycle between these steps until complete. Once final payment is made, all final files are provided in your desired format (Illustrator, PDF, JPG, PNG, EPS, or SVG available). Let us know when they’re published too — we love to see illustrations in the wild!
FAQ
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We do! Many common items are available. For example — business cards, stickers, decals, postcards, flyers, posters, signage, booklets, brochures, greeting cards, simple packaging, tote bags, mugs, and more! Please reach out with specifics of what you're looking for and we can provide more information.
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It depends on the situation. We never want to step on another artist’s toes, so we will only update a logo if the original artist is not interested or unable to take on the project. However, a rebrand is always possible!
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It depends on the project - some designs are easy to create within these programs and we are happy to for you. However, more complex or unique designs may not be possible, or may not end up user friendly to edit.
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While we don’t have a specific program in place, we definitely are flexible to your needs! This can mean splitting up a payment over time, adjusting a project to fit your budget, or even trading services/products. Please don't hesitate to ask!
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We’re able to accept various payment types. Most commonly an invoice is sent to you at the end of the project/month that can be paid by check. We also accept Zelle, Venmo, PayPal, or can send a payment link via Square. For longer term clients, direct deposit is also possible.
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No! The only time stock may be used is for supplemental photography, and with your request/permission. All designs and illustrations are created from scratch, often starting with pencil and paper. We think this produces the highest quality work, original to you.
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First, let us know what you have in mind! We can chat via email, phone call, or virtual meeting. If you're unsure on specifics, we can help guide you. Once we're on the same page and any needed deposits are paid, Warbler Creative will get to work! We'll then present for approval and ask for any needed adjustments. When everyone is happy with the result and final payment is made, we'll provide all digital files or physical artwork. It's easy!
Check out the commission process on our Scientific & Medical Illustration, Natural Science Illustration, or Pets/Homes/Custom Work pages for more detail.
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