RULES FOR A BIOLOGICAL DRAWING

The ability to draw accurately and neatly is a useful skill, especially in science. Most artists follow some basic rules to make their drawings attractive and easy to read. Below are some rules which will improve your drawing skills.

1. Use unlined paper.

2. Draw in pencil.

3. Always print.

4. Leave at least a one-inch margin on all four sides of the paper.

5. Center the title and print it in capital letters.

6. Center the drawing on the page.

7. Never cross lines.

8. Never use the plural form of a work when pointing to a single object or part.

9. Do little or no erasing.

10. When using the scientific name of an organism in places other than the title, remember that the genus or first part of a scientific name is always capitalized. The species or second part of a scientific name is not.
 

 FOR EXAMPLE:      Canis familiaris is the genus and species name for a dog. In a title it would be CANIS FAMILIARIS
  11. Print your name and other information as specified by your teacher.
 
 

 

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 The Case and materials for "Screaming Skulls" have been developed and/or assembled by La Nelle Harvey, of 93rd Street School, Los Angeles, CA - a member of the USC California Science Project Leadership Cohort, in conjunction with Cal State Los Angeles.