Linton Meagher: Medicine as Art Medium
A medical practitioner and visual artist, Linton Meagher puts medicine directly into his art by using objects such as pills, scalpels, and even silicon breast… Read More »Linton Meagher: Medicine as Art Medium
The Anatomical Tattoo Book: the Skin as a Canvas for Anatomical Obsession
Tattoos and the subject of anatomy have a lot in common. Both inspire a sense of awe and a tinge of discomfort. Combine the two—making… Read More »The Anatomical Tattoo Book: the Skin as a Canvas for Anatomical Obsession
The Explosive Anatomical Infographics of Pedro Henrique Ferreira
São Paulo based illustrator Pedro Henrique Ferreira brings the most explosive energy to what could otherwise be a standard infographic. The first infographic above takes a look at… Read More »The Explosive Anatomical Infographics of Pedro Henrique Ferreira
Jessica Burke’s Dressed Up Bones
There’s something special about someone who takes studying the figure or the skeleton to a whole new level. Jessica Burke is a figurative artist who trained… Read More »Jessica Burke’s Dressed Up Bones
Michael Reedy’s Dust & Moonshine
I mentioned the brilliant and complex anatomical art of Michael Reedy in the past and recently featured him in my TEDMED talk. He continues to push… Read More »Michael Reedy’s Dust & Moonshine
Asma Javeri at 101 bpm
Pakistan based artist Asma Javeri has an ongoing miniature print series called 101bpm featuring an anatomical heart reflected as everyday objects. She says, “Its a… Read More »Asma Javeri at 101 bpm
ANATOMY in the STREETS – Roundup 3
The past few months have been full of incredible anatomical street art. So much so that it’s been difficult to keep up! Below are some… Read More »ANATOMY in the STREETS – Roundup 3
Anatomy Vessels by Zhivko Terziivanov
Bulgarian 3D illustrator, Zhivko Terziivanov creates delightful renderings infused with anatomy. I only wish these were real models! View all of his iconic work on dribbble.
The Growth of Microbial Art
There are 3 books hanging out on my coffee table that I’m currently enjoying: 10% human, Tiny creatures and Bio Art. It seems ‘Microbe’ is the new… Read More »The Growth of Microbial Art
The Pseudo-Mysticism of Lexi Ames
A student of biology and studio art, Lexi Ames says that, “Art and science share a paramouric existence in my work. The cold, analytical side… Read More »The Pseudo-Mysticism of Lexi Ames
Tutorial: Quickly Render Bone Cross Sections in Photoshop
There are abundant resources on the web for learning how to do pretty much anything. Yet tutorials on medical illustration are often lacking. How to draw… Read More »Tutorial: Quickly Render Bone Cross Sections in Photoshop
Inspired by Tibetan Thangkas
Tibetan thangka’s inspired NYC-based illustrator Kevin Hong to create his own anatomical charts. Thangkas, especially anatomical thangkas, combined medical knowledge with Buddhist tradition and Tibetan… Read More »Inspired by Tibetan Thangkas
Supervenus – An Anatomical Journey Through Perfection
Supervenus is a humorous, if not tragic, view into contemporary female beauty standards. Experimental filmmaker, Frederic Doazan and sound editor, Vandy Roc created this film. They begin with the surface… Read More »Supervenus – An Anatomical Journey Through Perfection
Bodily Matters: Art Made From Humans
Blood, semen, urine, feces, tears, nasal mucus, breast milk, skin, bone and even cremated human ashes have all formed media for artists to use in… Read More »Bodily Matters: Art Made From Humans
Melis Buyruk – Anatomy Served
Melis Buyruk crafts anatomical forms in ceramic some of which are featured on plates and embellished with insects and flowers. She uses ceramic, an often utilitarian material, as… Read More »Melis Buyruk – Anatomy Served