Where science meets design
Technical visualization for anyone in the science sphere, and those orbiting around it. We create illustrations and designs to move your ideas forward. Start today with a free consultation.
Flexible, high-quality scientific illustration training and education from an instructor with decades of experience.
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Scientific American, Jan. 2025, Graphic Science Article, Vol. 332(1):86-87.
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Megacerops size illustration
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MiniOne Systems PCR Experimental Procedure
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Osmorhiza occidentalis, Journal Publication, Plants. 11. 10.3390/plants11202685.
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MiniOne Systems Gel Preparation Comparison
Scientific Illustration and Design
Visuals are key when communicating complex science and technology concepts. Well-designed illustrations can simplify complex concepts into clear understandable visuals.
Learning Community
Fast-track your scientific illustration career! Online training for aspiring and experienced scientific illustrators. This program is for anyone interested in leveling up their skills in scientific, technical, and general illustration and nature artwork. Learn on your schedule - anytime, anyplace!
Workshops & Lectures
In-person and online presentations about scientific illustration techniques, careers, business practices, and more.
Finding creative solutions to visual problems is what I do best. My combination of artistic skill and scientific knowledge makes me uniquely qualified to visually communicate science. I have over two decades of experience managing a successful science visualization business. I understand what you need.
I’m Rick Simonson, the founder of Science Lab Studios, and I’m here to help you with your project.
“It’s so nice to finally work with an illustrator who understands the science.”
“I highly recommend working with Rick and team on your next cover-art graphic.”
“Working with Rick and Science Lab Studios was seamless and efficient. The communication and progress updates were frequent and clear, and the turnaround time from inception to completion of the cover-art graphic was very short. The quality of the final product was very high, with the journal editor commenting that it was "stunning". We also saved on costs by going with Rick and SLS. I highly recommend working with Rick and team on your next cover-art graphic.”
David Flannigan, Professor, Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science, University of Minnesota
“Working with Rick is fantastic as he has a solid understanding of the science so when starting on a new project with him we are already ahead of the game.”
“Rick and Science Lab Studios is a top tier company to work with! We develop activities for students to use in the classroom, and illustrations and images are key to helping the students learn new content, lingo and even equipment in addition to the process and skills. Working with Rick is fantastic as he has a solid understanding of the science so when starting on a new project with him we are already ahead of the game. Having the science background is critical in developing images that communicate the science correctly, and also makes the process much more efficient. And what's better than our work experience with Rick? Positive teacher feedback and student success!”
Erika Fong, MiniOne Systems
"It's rare to find a media team that can conceptualize and translate your vision into reality.”
"It's rare to find a media team that can conceptualize and translate your vision into reality. Rick and Science Lab Studios did just that and produced an accurate and beautiful botanical illustration in a short window of time. They were a pleasure to work with."
Tyler Wilson, Director, Plant Research, Young Living Essential Oils
“Rick was great to work with; he kept me updated each step of the way…”
“When I needed 3D printed replicas to be painted as an exact match to the original, I knew that Rick and Science Lab Studios would nail it. Rick was great to work with; he kept me updated each step of the way with photos and did a great job. The replicas were so good I kept grabbing them by mistake thinking they were the original! Highly recommend working with Rick and Science Lab Studios!”
Dustin Ranglack, Associate Professor, Department of Biology, University of Nebraska at Kearney
Let’s work together…
Contact us for a free consultation. We look forward to hearing from you!