Fig. 2.

Artistic “remedies” for common challenges in conveying a scientific story. (A) Paris Street: Rainy Day by Gustave Caillebotte in 1877; (B) notan principle illustrated, with primary masses outlined; (C) focal point (the couple in the foreground) outlined; (D) element hierarchy guiding the viewer’s eye along a path from areas labeled 1 through 5, creating a cohesive narrative; (E) the 80/20 rule, with the majority of detail concentrated on the focal point; (F) simplification and repetition demonstrated through uniform umbrellas (13 in total), some outlined, as well as other repetitive elements like cobblestones, and secondary figures. Figure created with BioRender, agreement #BC274BWXAQ.