2D Medical Illustration: Medical device illustration for research manuscript

2d medical illustration of medical device for university research manuscript blood clot retrieval device
 

About the project

Our team created a sequence of illustrations for a manuscript written by researchers working in the field of Biomedical Engineering and Design Production. Their team were working on an exciting new robotic medical device to target blood clots in the body.

Our Services

  • 2D medical illustration

What our client provided

  • Research papers

  • CAD 3D models

 

Our Process

Understanding the science

First we start with research and try to simplify the research into an easy-to-understand sequence of steps. Our team reviewed the manuscipt draft and the CAD models provided by the client and worked with them to develop an easy-to-understand diagram.

 
2d medical illustration of medical device for university research manuscript blood clot retrieval device

Round 01 - Rough Sketches

We always begin with rough concept sketches to ensure we’re aligned with the client’s vision and science from the very start. These initial sketches are shared for review and feedback, allowing the client to guide the direction early on. During this stage, we also address any questions that arise from our research and initial concepts, helping to clarify details and ensure accuracy before moving into final linework and colour.

 
2d medical illustration of medical device for university research manuscript blood clot retrieval device diagram

Round 02 - Tight Sketches

We then moved on to refining the sketches in line with the client’s feedback, carefully incorporating their changes to ensure the visuals meet both their technical requirements. This stage is highly collaborative, allowing us to fine-tune anatomy, perspective, and procedural accuracy while maintaining a clear and engaging visual narrative. By iterating on the sketches at this stage, we ensure that all stakeholders are aligned before moving into the final rendering phase. This is key to saving time, reducing revisions later in the process, and laying the groundwork for a polished, high-impact final product.

 
2d medical illustration of medical device for university research manuscript blood clot retrieval device diagram

Round 03 - Final Illustration

Once the refined sketches are approved, we take on board any final client feedback and move on to completing the full-resolution illustrations. At this stage, we focus on rendering accurate anatomical details, applying lighting, texture, and colour to bring the visuals to life.

Annie Campbell

Annie is a medical illustrator and animator who runs Now Medical Studios with her business partner, Emily Holden. Her experiences as an art director, project manager and multimedia artist for various studios and companies in the USA and UK have provided her with a broad range of skills and expertise that she now brings to every project. Annie firmly believes in life long learning and sharing.

One of her passions is sharing the business of medical illustration with younger artists embarking into the field. She founded and is an active contributor of Learn Medical Art with Emily, a channel dedicated to creating and sharing tutorials, articles and resources from the field.

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