FAQ
What is the price and timing?
This is something you’ll hear from many science illustrators: every project is unique, and giving an exact price or timeline before knowing the details is nearly impossible. I often use this example to explain why: imagine a 10‑minute animation of a rotating cube versus a 10‑minute animation showing the geological evolution of an entire region. Both are “10‑minute animations,” but the time and effort required are completely different.
The cost and schedule depend on several factors: the complexity of the subject, how much data you want represented, how much geological investigation I’ll need to do myself, the chosen illustration style, whether you need animation or static illustrations, the number of files, and so on.
The best approach is simple: contact me, tell me what you have and what you want, and we’ll agree on a price and timeline together. I work with a flat rate that we set in advance, so you don’t have to worry about unexpected increases in the final cost.
What should I bring to our first meeting?
In our first meeting I will ask you a few key questions, so you can prepare and think about them in advance. What is your project about, and what main problem are you trying to solve? For example, are you explaining underground conditions to a local community, presenting geological studies from a specific area, or popularizing your academic research?
What kind of final result do you need – illustrations, animation, or both? You’re welcome to browse my gallery for inspiration or bring examples you already like.
You can bring anything that helps explain your project: sketches, presentations, maps, reports, or even rough notes.
And if you’re unsure about some of these points – or if you prefer not to share materials yet due to confidentiality – that’s completely fine. We can have an introductory meeting, sign an NDA, and go through the details in our next session.
What data do I need to send you in order to work on a project?
I usually turn this question around and ask: what data do you have and want to be represented? I can visualize almost anything – from detailed datasets to concepts that are purely theoretical. What matters most is what you want to show and communicate in the final result.
I’ve created visualizations based on extensive seismic, well‑log, and elevation datasets, but I also frequently work from simple hand‑drawn sketches, mood boards, or short written descriptions. So whatever you have, don’t hesitate to reach out. A lack of data shouldn’t stop you from starting the project.
Will I see only the final result? How can I be sure I’ll like it?
Because of the nature of scientific illustration – where delivering the correct message is essential – I involve the client throughout the process. You will see several work‑in‑progress sketches, and I’ll likely have questions about style, composition, and the accuracy of the model as we go.
In addition, the final result includes up to three review rounds at no extra charge. We will discuss details frequently via email, video calls, or a mix of both – whatever works best for you.
I have an idea, but I’m still missing some data and insights from my colleagues. Should I wait until my dataset is complete, or should I contact you now?
Contact me now! Too often clients reach out when they need a visualization “by tomorrow”, and by then I’m already committed to other projects. It’s a pity, because many of those projects are genuinely exciting to work on.
Planning ahead helps both of us. Get in touch, and we’ll discuss your idea, what data you still need, and whether I should reserve time for you in my upcoming schedule.
FAQ
What is the price and timing?
This is something you’ll hear from many science illustrators: every project is unique, and giving an exact price or timeline before knowing the details is nearly impossible. I often use this example to explain why: imagine a 10‑minute animation of a rotating cube versus a 10‑minute animation showing the geological evolution of an entire region. Both are “10‑minute animations,” but the time and effort required are completely different.
The cost and schedule depend on several factors: the complexity of the subject, how much data you want represented, how much geological investigation I’ll need to do myself, the chosen illustration style, whether you need animation or static illustrations, the number of files, and so on.
The best approach is simple: contact me, tell me what you have and what you want, and we’ll agree on a price and timeline together. I work with a flat rate that we set in advance, so you don’t have to worry about unexpected increases in the final cost.
What should I bring to our first meeting?
In our first meeting I will ask you a few key questions, so you can prepare and think about them in advance. What is your project about, and what main problem are you trying to solve? For example, are you explaining underground conditions to a local community, presenting geological studies from a specific area, or popularizing your academic research?
What kind of final result do you need – illustrations, animation, or both? You’re welcome to browse my gallery for inspiration or bring examples you already like.
You can bring anything that helps explain your project: sketches, presentations, maps, reports, or even rough notes.
And if you’re unsure about some of these points – or if you prefer not to share materials yet due to confidentiality – that’s completely fine. We can have an introductory meeting, sign an NDA, and go through the details in our next session.
What data do I need to send you in order to work on a project?
I usually turn this question around and ask: what data do you have and want to be represented? I can visualize almost anything – from detailed datasets to concepts that are purely theoretical. What matters most is what you want to show and communicate in the final result.
I’ve created visualizations based on extensive seismic, well‑log, and elevation datasets, but I also frequently work from simple hand‑drawn sketches, mood boards, or short written descriptions. So whatever you have, don’t hesitate to reach out. A lack of data shouldn’t stop you from starting the project.
Will I see only the final result? How can I be sure I’ll like it?
Because of the nature of scientific illustration – where delivering the correct message is essential – I involve the client throughout the process. You will see several work‑in‑progress sketches, and I’ll likely have questions about style, composition, and the accuracy of the model as we go.
In addition, the final result includes up to three review rounds at no extra charge. We will discuss details frequently via email, video calls, or a mix of both – whatever works best for you.
I have an idea, but I’m still missing some data and insights from my colleagues. Should I wait until my dataset is complete, or should I contact you now?
Contact me now! Too often clients reach out when they need a visualization “by tomorrow”, and by then I’m already committed to other projects. It’s a pity, because many of those projects are genuinely exciting to work on.
Planning ahead helps both of us. Get in touch, and we’ll discuss your idea, what data you still need, and whether I should reserve time for you in my upcoming schedule.