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Elizabeth Blackwell, born in 1707 Scotland, was well known for the publication of her book ‘A Curious Herbal’. The publication of this book and all of the associated drawings came from her work to help her family out of debt. (1/2)
Audubon was accused of academic fraud and plagiarism. He enslaved Black people and actively condoned white supremacist ideals. He even stole human remains, sending skulls of white and black deceased people to a colleague, who used them as ‘proof’ that white ppl were superior 2/3
Merian’s keen notes and illustrations first documented the full process of metamorphosis in some insects. The idea of metamorphosis contradicted the contemporary ideas surrounding insect development at the time, so this was a big deal. (3/3)
Her notable observations in the life cycles of ~186 insect species made her well known within the entomology sphere at the time 🐛(2/3)
Maria Sibylla Merian was a talented naturalist and illlustrator in 17th century Switzerland.
Just take a look at this stunning work ☺️ (1/3)
At the end of it all, Sarah Ann Drake is accredited with creating 1500 illustrations.
As she grew in her artistic abilities, she came to collaborate with John Lindley, Augusta Innes Withers, Nathaniel Wallich, and other botanists/illustrators. (2/3)
Sarah Ann Drake was a talented artist who became a renowned English botanical illustrator in the 19th century. (1/3)
Here’s a quick peek into the kind of #sciart I make! I gravitate towards using procreate, Blender, and various Adobe products to make life science art.
Hiya! My name is Bri, and I enjoy making sciart! I thought it would be a fun way to make introductions if we used this dope scientist picrew made by Alchemy! https://t.co/7ZocaKcSyh
Add in your name and field of science in the comments 💚