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Flora: A Captivating Self-Promotional Medical Illustration

Cynthia Turner, a certified medical illustrator, presents "Flora," a captivating self-promotional medical illustration that creatively depicts the blossoming of gastrointestinal microbiota in a visually stunning manner. The illustration, developed over three weeks in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, USA, showcases the artist's storytelling skills and creativity in visual science. Using Cinema 4D and Photoshop, Turner crafted a visually striking flower composed of bacteria found in the gut, offering a unique and memorable representation of gastric flora.

Turner's meticulous research into the common bacteria of the gut, coupled with her expertise in medical illustration, led to the creation of this visually compelling piece. The illustration cleverly plays on the pun of gastric flora, aiming to be both enjoyable and memorable for viewers. The intricate details of the illustration, from the arrangement of different bacteria to the depiction of the churning gastric environment, highlight Turner's dedication to creating a visually impactful and scientifically accurate representation.

Recognized for her outstanding contributions to the field of medical illustration, Cynthia Turner's "Flora" has been awarded the prestigious Iron A' Design Award in 2020. This accolade further underscores the exceptional creativity and technical prowess demonstrated in this unique self-promotional piece.

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