Visual Styles
Six styles for papers, covers and teaching. See which one fits your field and your journal, then make your figure in that style.
Flat vector shapes, soft colour, no texture
The look Cell Press asks for in graphical abstracts, and the most common style in Nature schematics. It stays clear when printed small.
Detailed 2D with shading and fine structure
Holds many parts in one figure without losing order, so it suits reviews and figures that explain a whole system.
Rendered depth, light and material
Depth and material make one idea stand out, which is what editors look for on a cover.
Black ink lines and hatching, no colour
Prints in black and white without losing detail, and suits patents and journals that charge for colour.
Painterly brushwork and light
Gives a scene mood and place, so it carries a story to readers outside the field.
Friendly outlines and simple colour
Approachable and quick to read, for readers who are not specialists.
30 free credits when you join. Switch style at any time.