ABout J.
J. Spahr is a scientific illustrator with a masters degree in scientific illustration from Maastricht and Zuyd Universities. She works with science centers, state parks, scientific journals, and researchers.
Her illustrations are found in The Journal of Wildlife Research, The Journal of Comparative Biology, The Brevard Zoo, Florida Fish and Wildlife, multiple state parks systems, reference books, and more.
J.’s passion is creating infographics that demystify the importance of fragile habitats and creatures. With a background in anatomy, skeletal reconstruction, and experience with human and animal dissection J.’s images are both accurate and engaging.
NHPR Collaboration
Juliana created an illustration that was paired with New Hampshire Public Radio’s “Something Wild”
Documentary Feature
My illustrations are animated and featured in the international documentary dedicated to the fascinating adaptations of the Scandinavian brown bear Ursus arctos.
DON’T JUST TAKE IT FROM ME…
“Graphics are becoming increasingly important for scientists to effectively communicate their findings to broad audiences, but most researchers lack expertise in visual media. We suggest collaboration between scientists and graphic designers as a way forward…”