How much do scientific illustrations cost?

Publication figures start at $250 per figure. Journal cover designs start at $800. Research group branding packages including logo and website start at $3,500. Pricing varies based on complexity and specific requirements.

How long does it take to create a scientific illustration?

Most projects are completed in less than one month. Concept development takes 3-5 business days, followed by 1-2 weeks of refinement based on your feedback. Timeline may vary based on project complexity.

What types of scientific illustrations do you create?

We create publication figures, journal covers, graphical abstracts, scientific animations, 3D molecular visualizations, ecosystem diagrams, infographics, and custom illustrations for research publications. We also offer branding services including logo design and website development for research groups.

Do you offer free consultations?

Yes! We offer free 30-minute virtual consultations to discuss your research, goals, and target audience before starting any project.

How can Insight Illustrations help you share your story?

Plus branding, websites, workshops and more!

Illustration Services

Publication Figures

Transform your results into publication-quality figures

2D and 3D figures
Multi-panel figure composition
Journal-specific formatting

Starting from $250 per figure

Example publication-style figure: carbon dioxide concentrating mechanisms across plants, algae, and cyanobacteria

Journal Cover Design

Increase your research's visibility and impact

Conceptual illustrations
2D and 3D graphics
High-impact visual storytelling
Publisher guidelines compliance

Starting from $800

Example journal cover illustration: Archean Earth atmosphere and organic sulfur haze for PNAS

Scientific Animation

Bring complex processes to life with dynamic animations

2D motion graphics
3D molecular visualization
Process explanations

Starting from $800

Example educational illustration suitable for animation and motion graphics: endosymbiosis theory

Custom Illustrations

Illustrations tailored to your specific research needs

Ecosystem diagrams
Equipment and apparatus
Infographic design

Custom pricing based on complexity

Example custom ecosystem illustration: Colorado Plateau desert region biodiversity

Pricing Guide

Pricing chart for scientific illustration services showing costs for publication figures journal covers animations and branding packages

*Pricing varies based on complexity, timeline, and specific requirements

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Branding and Website Services

Build your research identity

Logo Design

Concise visual summary of your research group

Website

Impactful website to match your science

Presentation Graphics

Professional slides and presentation materials

Website design examples

Live sites with custom layouts and science-first storytelling—click a card to visit.

clairhuffine.com

Scientific fine art portfolio

engine-of-innovation.com

Cross university research consortium

Basic Package

Starting at $3,500

Custom Logo Design
5-Page Website
• Examples: Home, Research, People, Publications, Contact
One-on-one website training

Advanced Package

Popular

Starting at $6,500

Custom Logo Design
Editable Presentation Graphics
Stock Imagery Collection
6+ Page Website
• Examples: Home, Research, People, Publications, News, Photo Gallery, Funding, Contact
One-on-one website training

Looking to incorporate a bioinformatics tool on your website?
We can make that happen!

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From consultation to final delivery—see our step-by-step process.

Let's bring your science to life

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