Welcome!

I’m a visual science communicator specializing in scientific illustration, information graphics, and logo design. I teach lectures and workshops on scientific illustration, sketching, drawing, and other techniques.

Hank Pet Portrait

“I knew Rick would do an amazing job. When I saw the final product I was blown away. The portrait was a Christmas gift for my husband and he loved it. Rick truly captured the personality of Hank in the portrait.”

Michelle S.

Workshops and Lectures

Interview with Rick Simonson on Pure Nebraska 10/11 Now

I was interviewed by Grace McDonald, a Reporter at KOLN/KGIN in Lincoln, NE about my science illustration career. The story is available on 10/11 Now.

Pure Nebraska interview with Rick Simonson (part 1)

Pure Nebraska interview with Rick Simonson (part 2)

Sketching workshop

Workshops

Cowrie shell

Artwork

Scout pet portrait

Pet Portraits

Sketchbook

Science Lab Studios, Inc. is a business I founded in 2003. It focuses on scientific and technical illustration, information graphics, logo design, standard operating procedures, animation, and product photography. I serve as President and Visual Science Communicator.

If you are interested in illustration and design services for:

  • Business and Technology

  • Scientific Research

  • Education and Outreach

  • Publishing

  • Museums and Nature Centers

I invite you to visit my Science Lab Studios website.