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Happy Tuesday everyone :) Let's talk journal figures & graphical abstracts! It's a pain point (yet necessity) for many scientists. Here are a few best practices (and what-not-to-dos) 📝
Tip #0 (ie before you start) - Always check journal specs (font/image size etc) & plan ahead!
Tip #0 (ie before you start) - Always check journal specs (font/image size etc) & plan ahead!
Tip #1: 📑 Summarize your research/story in 1-2 sentences (this can be difficult but 100% possible!). NOTE: although tempting, do not sway from this summary as you compose your image. If you find you have more to show, this might warrant another image altogether ✅
Tip #2: 🖼️ Gather references (both for content & style). Most professional illustrators create visual idea boards (see my messy one for a @NatGeo story below). Lay all out in 1 page like a Pinterest board. NOTE: Don't rely on 1 image to 'copy'! need multiple to ensure accuracy ✅
