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IPLUSO 25102

Scientific Illustration: Biology

Illustration and Drawing
  • ApresentaçãoPresentation
    Introduction to Scientific Drawing Techniques in the Field of Biology
  • ProgramaProgramme
    Presentation of scientific illustration projects for Biology Cientific illustration codes, taxonomy and specific language in the areas of botany, zoology, ichthyology, entomology, ornithology, etc. Themes, approaches and techniques Fieldwork: Observation of shapes, colors, volumes, and a species in context. Collection of taxonomic information, themes to draw and develop. Sketchbook and photography: plastic exploration to represent specimen, context, habitat, combining scientific rigor and aesthetic appreciation Preparation, development and presentation of the project considering the relationship art / science communication. Includes application of Photoshop and Illustrator in the conception, pagination and design.
  • ObjectivosObjectives
    This course aims for students to acquire and broaden competences in the realization of a personal project of Scientific Illustration, in the area of Biology. It also aims to develop knowledge about nature (mainly fauna and flora); the understanding, acquisition and application of the proper codes of scientific language and its graphic register; to Know and apply the working methodologies of scientific illustration for biology that allow the interpretation, planning and development of a personal project of Scientific Illustration, on this subject. The interaction with the natural environement and the use of the sketchbook are essential tools in this process.
  • BibliografiaBibliography
    Canfield, M.(Ed.) (2011). Field Notes on Science & Nature. Cambridge/ London: Harvard University Press. Hodges, E. (Ed.) (2003). The Guild Handbook of Scientific Illustration. 2ªed. New Jersey & Canada: Jonh Wiley & Sons, Inc. Jastrzebski, Z. (1985). Scientific Illustration: A Guide for the Beginning Artist. New Jersey: Prentice Hall Direct. Leslie, C. (1995). Nature Drawing A Tool For Learning. Dubuque, Iowa: Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company. Leslie, C. (1995). The Art of Field Sketching. Dubuque, Iowa: Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company. Pereira, M.  (2013). O Caderno de Campo na Construção do Desenho Científico. (Dissertação de Mestrado apresentada à Faculdade de Belas-Artes da Universidade de Lisboa). Lisboa: FBAUL.­ Simblet, S. (2010). Botany for the artist. An inspirational guide to Drawing Plants. London: DK. Wood, P. (1979). Scientific Illustration. A Guide to Biological, Zoological, and Medical Rendering Techniques, Design, Printing and Display. New York: Van Nostrand Reinhold Company.
  • MetodologiaMethodology
    The methodology is theoretical-practical, with a strong focus on practice. It includes the presentation of content through specific projects in the field of Scientific Illustration, or by guest experts. It begins with the presentation of illustration codes for scientific drawing, through the analysis of reference works and the demonstration of specific methods and techniques to be used in the proposed exercises. Visits to museums and associations with collections are also promoted to ensure greater scientific understanding in this field of study. It includes the development of an individual practical project in Scientific Illustration, accompanied by the preparation of the respective field notebook.
  • LínguaLanguage
    Português
  • TipoType
    Semestral
  • ECTS
    6
  • NaturezaNature
    Optional
  • EstágioInternship
    Não