I don't know if you still read replies, but I really want to thank you for this video! I'm still not totally sure if this is what I want to do, but you saved me HOURS of googling lol
Thank you so much for this video! I've been having a really hard time with finding a career I'd be passionate about as an artist who's interested in science and medicine. It was really affirming hearing you describe what a medical illustrator does and I'll definitely use the resources you mentioned. I really can't thank you enough.
What’s the best way of setting up a portfolio full of medical art studies, & what’s the best way to go about finding jobs that are in need of medical illustrators?
Portfolio: I usually suggest "pretending" to do various client projects in the area you are interested in, to build up a body of work. Getting some feedback from a medical artist in your area would be helpful too. Jobs: The AMI publishes job postings for members to see, so that is one way. If you are talking freelance gigs, that is a much bigger and longer conversation. Feel free to email if you want to chat. Contact info is at the end of the video. :)
It’s my first time hearing about this and im so interested since I love art and science but as a 22 year old living in an island with no studies, i don’t know if i could make it. I wish I could have found out about this when I was a teenager. Thank you for your video, very informative.
Such a interesting video! Wish i would have known this a decade ago when i was struggling with choosing between biology and arts, this would have combined them perfectly. Came for C4D tutorials and stayed for this, you have wonderful tutorials! :)
Thank you for this video! I'm having a hard time finding anyone who has transitioned from general illustration into medical illustration, as someone who's getting a BFA in illustration but too late for me to take a minor. I managed to luck my way into doing test diagrams for a client who's a dental surgeon, but the gap in my knowledge on surgical procedures/anatomy is huge
I can't think of anyone off hand either, but it is definitely possible. Filling in the medical and anatomical gap can be daunting, but its a necessary part of it. Congrats on the dental gig!
thank you soo much for this video!! ive been looking for more videos with information on medical illustration since im a highschool student interested in the field and this has been the most insightful one i've come across. extremely helpful :D
Hi, I'm glad that I stumbled on this. I'm studying to have a degree in BS in Visual Arts with a Digital Art & Design concentration. I want to get into motion design work but is also interested in medical animation, not the illustrating part. Are there any careers geared toward that, or would I have to earn another degree in Medical Illustration. Thanks
as a game artist graduate looking at the train wreck that is the industry right now, thank you for showing us the career path. Id love to know the different struggle of a entertainment artist transitioning into this field, a "medical illustration" for artists would be a cool video idea
I think the career path would still be similar. As a gaming/3D artist, you'll be ahead of the game and prepared for work that would be more challenging for others. Gaining medical knowledge is still a huge part of it. You could consider getting an anatomy degree or something along those lines. I know of some people who have gone that route and are doing well in the medical animation sector.
Sorry - I can't really answer that - every school is different. I assume they would, but you would have to contact the schools directly for that kind of info. They are all friendly so if you get in touch, they'll help you out with your questions.
@@travisvermilye hey thanks for the reply sir, may I ask you for guidance I live in a 3rd world country so the money to apply is hard for me to get since minimum wage here is around 80$ a month.. and I'm a student its hard for me, my PC is bad too so I can't rly work on my illustration skills, and finding freelance clients is hard with my limited time, any suggestions
Hi there,this video is super helpful and I think it’s great you’re giving us access to these resources!! I’m about to get my bachelors in digital art, would you assume an associates in biology sufficient for this field ?
I’m glad the video was helpful. I think an associates of biology would help. If you’re thinking of grad school, take a look at the requirements. They’re specific to each school but similar. You can find all the info you need on Ami.org
Hi! What are the most common programs used in the medical illustration field? For computers and I pads? Adobe softwares I assume and some other 3D modeling softwares?
Yep - the Adobe Suite, Procreate, 3D software (Cinema 4D, Blender, 3DS Max, or Maya - I use Cinema 4D, as many in the industry do). If you get into any gaming things, Unity or Unreal Engine are useful. For 2D medical illustration needs, Photoshop and Illustrator are the main tools.
I humbly want to ask sir, I'm intending to learn about Medical Illustrator and My option are either to become a Freelancer or be a Medical Illustrator, but I don't have a degree and willing to self-study. So my question is it possible to be a Medical Illustrator without having into college but just a pure skills and knowledge?
Is it possible? Yes, I’d say it is, but it’s a lot of self direction, time, and dedication to make it happen. Hit me up via email if you want to discuss more. My info is at the end of the video.
Hi Travis, Do you have any idea if having a MS in Medical Illustration would qualify one to teach anatomy on a college level? I am considering getting my Masters in Anatomy and Physiology. I am interested in teaching something like intro to Anatomy and Physiology at a CC, and most of the AP instructor positions (that are listed on higher ed) mention having a MS in biology or "content" area. But I have circled around Medical Illustration for a while, being an artist who loves to draw, and loving science/the human body. If this MS could enable me to do both, that would be fantastic.
I don't feel I can promise that you'd be able to teach anatomy with a med-ill degree, but I can tell you that I've known people who have a graduate degree in medical illustration and have taught anatomy classes, so it is definitely possible. At most, it might require taking a couple of extra anatomy classes, depending on the degree you get.
@@travisvermilye Thank you! I'm thinking of saving up over a few years, fine-tuning my figure drawing skills, and going when my kids are graduated high school. Augusta is not too far from me.
If I’m getting a degree in illustration specifically, would I need to get another degree in biology or is it possible to go straight into a medical illustration program afterwards?
It's less about the degree and more about the classes you've taken. Take a look at the requirements on each of the grad-school's webpages about specific requirements. They are similar, but each requires a specific set of skills and classes. An undergrad degree is needed, but the type of degree isn't usually specified. I hope that helps!
So to become a medical illustrator you have to get a masters? Are there no bachelor degrees on medical illustration ?? (Sorry if there are grammatical mistakes, english isn’t my first language)
There are some bachelor's degrees in medical illustration. Check out this link for a list: ami.org/medical-illustration/enter-the-profession/education/undergraduate-programs
I definitely know people who use blender. I think the important thing is to be flexible. If you end up working at a studio, you'll have to use whatever they use. If you're working for yourself, you can use whatever you want to. The output, accuracy, clarity, quality - those are so much more important than any software choice. Just about any 3D package has the ability.
I don't know if you still read replies, but I really want to thank you for this video! I'm still not totally sure if this is what I want to do, but you saved me HOURS of googling lol
I’m glad it helped!
Thank you so much for this video! I've been having a really hard time with finding a career I'd be passionate about as an artist who's interested in science and medicine. It was really affirming hearing you describe what a medical illustrator does and I'll definitely use the resources you mentioned. I really can't thank you enough.
Thanks for the detailed insights
What’s the best way of setting up a portfolio full of medical art studies, & what’s the best way to go about finding jobs that are in need of medical illustrators?
Portfolio: I usually suggest "pretending" to do various client projects in the area you are interested in, to build up a body of work. Getting some feedback from a medical artist in your area would be helpful too. Jobs: The AMI publishes job postings for members to see, so that is one way. If you are talking freelance gigs, that is a much bigger and longer conversation. Feel free to email if you want to chat. Contact info is at the end of the video. :)
It’s my first time hearing about this and im so interested since I love art and science but as a 22 year old living in an island with no studies, i don’t know if i could make it. I wish I could have found out about this when I was a teenager. Thank you for your video, very informative.
Such a interesting video! Wish i would have known this a decade ago when i was struggling with choosing between biology and arts, this would have combined them perfectly. Came for C4D tutorials and stayed for this, you have wonderful tutorials! :)
Thank you! I appreciate you, and hey - it's never too late to start a new career combing both. :)
Thank you for this video! I'm having a hard time finding anyone who has transitioned from general illustration into medical illustration, as someone who's getting a BFA in illustration but too late for me to take a minor. I managed to luck my way into doing test diagrams for a client who's a dental surgeon, but the gap in my knowledge on surgical procedures/anatomy is huge
I can't think of anyone off hand either, but it is definitely possible. Filling in the medical and anatomical gap can be daunting, but its a necessary part of it. Congrats on the dental gig!
Thanks a lot
thank you soo much for this video!! ive been looking for more videos with information on medical illustration since im a highschool student interested in the field and this has been the most insightful one i've come across. extremely helpful :D
Thanks so much!
Hi, I'm glad that I stumbled on this. I'm studying to have a degree in BS in Visual Arts with a Digital Art & Design concentration. I want to get into motion design work but is also interested in medical animation, not the illustrating part. Are there any careers geared toward that, or would I have to earn another degree in Medical Illustration. Thanks
as a game artist graduate looking at the train wreck that is the industry right now, thank you for showing us the career path. Id love to know the different struggle of a entertainment artist transitioning into this field, a "medical illustration" for artists would be a cool video idea
I think the career path would still be similar. As a gaming/3D artist, you'll be ahead of the game and prepared for work that would be more challenging for others. Gaining medical knowledge is still a huge part of it. You could consider getting an anatomy degree or something along those lines. I know of some people who have gone that route and are doing well in the medical animation sector.
hey Mr Travis great and a very informative video btw. From the mentioned programs are scholarships available to international students?
Sorry - I can't really answer that - every school is different. I assume they would, but you would have to contact the schools directly for that kind of info. They are all friendly so if you get in touch, they'll help you out with your questions.
pharmD student and graphic designer here planning to apply to the BCMI next year
Thats a great program!
@@travisvermilye hey thanks for the reply sir, may I ask you for guidance
I live in a 3rd world country so the money to apply is hard for me to get since minimum wage here is around 80$ a month.. and I'm a student its hard for me, my PC is bad too so I can't rly work on my illustration skills, and finding freelance clients is hard with my limited time, any suggestions
Hi there,this video is super helpful and I think it’s great you’re giving us access to these resources!! I’m about to get my bachelors in digital art, would you assume an associates in biology sufficient for this field ?
I’m glad the video was helpful. I think an associates of biology would help. If you’re thinking of grad school, take a look at the requirements. They’re specific to each school but similar. You can find all the info you need on Ami.org
Hi! What are the most common programs used in the medical illustration field? For computers and I pads? Adobe softwares I assume and some other 3D modeling softwares?
Yep - the Adobe Suite, Procreate, 3D software (Cinema 4D, Blender, 3DS Max, or Maya - I use Cinema 4D, as many in the industry do). If you get into any gaming things, Unity or Unreal Engine are useful. For 2D medical illustration needs, Photoshop and Illustrator are the main tools.
Thanks!
nice! thanks!
I humbly want to ask sir, I'm intending to learn about Medical Illustrator and My option are either to become a Freelancer or be a Medical Illustrator, but I don't have a degree and willing to self-study. So my question is it possible to be a Medical Illustrator without having into college but just a pure skills and knowledge?
Is it possible? Yes, I’d say it is, but it’s a lot of self direction, time, and dedication to make it happen. Hit me up via email if you want to discuss more. My info is at the end of the video.
Hi Travis,
Do you have any idea if having a MS in Medical Illustration would qualify one to teach anatomy on a college level? I am considering getting my Masters in Anatomy and Physiology. I am interested in teaching something like intro to Anatomy and Physiology at a CC, and most of the AP instructor positions (that are listed on higher ed) mention having a MS in biology or "content" area. But I have circled around Medical Illustration for a while, being an artist who loves to draw, and loving science/the human body. If this MS could enable me to do both, that would be fantastic.
I don't feel I can promise that you'd be able to teach anatomy with a med-ill degree, but I can tell you that I've known people who have a graduate degree in medical illustration and have taught anatomy classes, so it is definitely possible. At most, it might require taking a couple of extra anatomy classes, depending on the degree you get.
@@travisvermilye Thank you! I'm thinking of saving up over a few years, fine-tuning my figure drawing skills, and going when my kids are graduated high school. Augusta is not too far from me.
If I’m getting a degree in illustration specifically, would I need to get another degree in biology or is it possible to go straight into a medical illustration program afterwards?
It's less about the degree and more about the classes you've taken. Take a look at the requirements on each of the grad-school's webpages about specific requirements. They are similar, but each requires a specific set of skills and classes. An undergrad degree is needed, but the type of degree isn't usually specified. I hope that helps!
So to become a medical illustrator you have to get a masters? Are there no bachelor degrees on medical illustration ?? (Sorry if there are grammatical mistakes, english isn’t my first language)
There are some bachelor's degrees in medical illustration. Check out this link for a list: ami.org/medical-illustration/enter-the-profession/education/undergraduate-programs
@@travisvermilye thank you so much !!! 🤍
Is blender good for 3d medical animation because all the pros seem to be using cinema 4d or maya what should I do ???
I definitely know people who use blender. I think the important thing is to be flexible. If you end up working at a studio, you'll have to use whatever they use. If you're working for yourself, you can use whatever you want to. The output, accuracy, clarity, quality - those are so much more important than any software choice. Just about any 3D package has the ability.