Vector Graphics for Scientists: Crash Course

A condensed 2-day introduction to Adobe Illustrator for scientific figures.

Who is This for

This workshop is designed for PhD students, postdocs, and researchers in the life sciences who want to create professional scientific figures – whether for journal publications, posters, grant proposals, or presentations. No prior experience with Adobe Illustrator is needed.

This workshop is for groups and can be booked by universities, research institutes, or companies. It is not offered as a course for individuals.

At a Glance

2 days (approx. 9:00–17:00)

Focus on Adobe Illustrator skills

Figure Design theory: brief overview

In-person (up to 20 participants) or via Zoom (up to 30)

No prior Illustrator knowledge required

Comparison Table

This condensed format focuses on Adobe Illustrator skills. Design theory and practical exercises are covered briefly but not in the depth of the full 3-day workshop.

Full Workshop
Crash Course

Duration

3 days

2 days

Adobe Illustrator tools & techniques

✓ comprehensive

✓ comprehensive

Figure design theory

✓ comprehensive

✓ brief overview

Hands-on exercises

✓ guided exercises with self-paced artboards

reduced

Bring your own figures for feedback

not included

Participants (in person / Zoom)

20 / 30

20 / 30

Prior Illustrator knowledge required

No

No

If your schedule allows, I recommend the full 3-day workshop for the most complete learning experience.

Comparison Table

This condensed format focuses on Adobe Illustrator skills. Design theory and practical exercises are covered briefly but not in the depth of the full 3-day workshop.

If your schedule allows, I recommend the full 3-day workshop for the most complete learning experience.

Logistics

The workshop runs over 2 days, approximately 9:00–17:00 with coffee and lunch breaks. It can be held in person (up to 20 participants) or via Zoom (up to 30 participants). No prior experience with Adobe Illustrator is required.

Participants need to bring their own laptop with Adobe Illustrator installed (the free trial version works fine). A seminar room with a decent projector should be provided by the host institution. Participants receive a certificate of completion.

Pricing depends on format and location.

 
 
 
 

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