The guild handbook of scientific illustration. / edited by Elaine R.S. Hodges ; with Steve Bauchana, John Cody, Trudy Nicholson.

Offers broad coverage of more than 620 illustrations :from illustrating molecules and 3D modelling material with gradual instructions .Contains in-depth coverage of illustrative techniques :natural science illustration,wild life illustration and medical illustration.Contents:Part 1:Basics -Genralized Steps,Studio Basics,Archival considerations,Light on Form.Part 2:Rendering Techniques-Line and Ink,Pencil,Carbon Dust,Water color and Wash,Gouche and Acrylics,Airbrush,Murals and Dioramas,Model Building.Introduction to Computer Graphics,From 2D to 3D.Part 3:Subject Matter-Illustrating Molecules,8illustrating Earth Sciences,Illustrating Astronomy,Illustrating Plants,Illustrating Fossils,Illustrating Invertebrates,Illustrating Fishes,Illustrating Amphibians and Reptiles,Illustrating Birds,Illustrating Mammals,Illustrating Animals in their Habitats,Illustrating Humans and their Artifacts,Illustrating Medical Subjects.Part 4:Beyond Basics-Using Microscope,Charts and Diagrams,Cartography for the Scientific Illustrator,Copy Photograophy,The Printing Process.Part 5-The Business of Scientific Illustration -Copyright,Contract,Operating a Freelance Business .