Scientific Illustration
As a scientist at heart with a passion for illustration, I firmly believe in the transformative power of blending scientific discovery with the art of visualization. My philosophy centers around the idea that every scientific paper, particularly those conveying groundbreaking findings, should be accompanied by a graphical abstract. This approach not only makes research findings more digestible and engaging but also bridges the gap between complex data and the general public. Through illustrations, we can unlock the stories hidden within data, making science accessible and captivating to a wider audience. I have provided illustrations for various papers, including my own, and even had a feature on the cover of JGR: Oceans.
Reach out to me if you want to collaborate!
I follow a strict pay-what-you-can-afford model. I believe that effective communication of scientific findings should not be reserved only for those who can afford expensive illustrative commissions. All rates are negotiable, and I also provide several Creative Commons stock images that anyone can use in their own graphics.
I am an artist and a social media officer for the Deep Sea Biology Society, where I help communicate deep-sea research to a broader audience through various platforms. In this role, I manage outreach efforts, share cutting-edge discoveries, and engage with the deep-sea science community.
Additionally, I co-run the Society’s official Discord server, fostering discussions and networking opportunities for scientists, students, and ocean enthusiasts alike.
Coral Reef Health Surveys
As part of my commitment to marine conservation, I participated in coral reef health surveys with Oceans2Earth in April and May 2023, contributing to critical research on reef ecosystems.
Through this initiative, I took part in a variety of hands-on conservation efforts, including coral health assessments, fish identification surveys, and marine debris clean-ups. I contributed data to the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority's "Eye on the Reef" program, aimed at protecting one of the most biodiverse ecosystems on the planet. These surveys help track changes in coral cover, identify potential threats such as bleaching events, and assess the overall health of marine species inhabiting the reef.
Beneath the Surface
Beneath the Surface is a podcast I run aimed at demystifying current scientific literature in the ocean sciences. Every week, I find some of the latest marine biology research and cover it in a way that's easy for listeners to understand regardless of their educational background. It has been met with wonderful reception and was even selected for the Editor's Choice feature on Swellcast.
As of November 2024, Beneath the Surface is now available on Spotify.
Swim Down: Finding Neurodivergent
Identity in the Depths
Swim Down is an amazing collaborative project I did with Lilianna Watson for her master's capstone presentation at Scripps Institution of Oceanography. It is a digital graphic novel that illustrates the underwater journey of a neurodivergent teenager through the Monterey Submarine Canyon, during which she discovers that her sensory differences have parallels to powerful deep sea adaptations. I was thrilled to bring this project to life as a concept artist and illustrator, and Lilianna has presented the comic at the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI), the California State Capitol, and Scripps Institution of Oceanography. It has also been featured in articles by the Monterey Bay Aquarium and the Deep Ocean Stewardship Initiative.
And more?
Check out my personal website to see my other creative projects!