Forensic Art
(Photo Credit: FBI) What is Forensic Art?According to renowned forensic artist Karen Taylor "forensic art is any art that aids in the identification, apprehension, or conviction of criminal offenders, or that aids in the location of victims or identification of unknown deceased persons." There are four major categories of forensic art: Composite Imagery: Image characteristics of the human face, including images drawn by hand; computer generated imagary and or "identi-KIT" style composites. Image Modification/Identification: Process by which photographic images are manipulated and enhanced, e.g., age progression drawings. Demonstrative Evidence: Includes visual information used in court. Reconstructive/Postmortem Drawings: Relates to artisit methods employed to help identify human remains. Typically includes 2D and 3D facial reconstructions, either in the form of a sketch or computer generated image. FORENSIC ART VIDEO Brief but interesting video featuring forensic artist Suzanne Baldon. Forensic Art Links
Access a range of quality forensic art related websites via the following link. Essential Forensic Art ReadingForensic Art and Illustration, by Karen T. Taylor
Book Information As the number of stranger-on-stranger crimes increases, solving these crimes becomes more challenging. Forensic illustration has become increasingly important as a tool in identifying both perpetrators and victims. Now a leading forensic artist, who has taught this subject at law enforcement academies, schools, and universities internationally, offers readers the benefit of her extensive knowledge and experience. Forensic Art and Illustration is the first book to provide complete coverage of all aspects of the field, and includes much previously unavailable information. Beginning with the first-ever in-depth documentation of the history of forensic art, this book proceeds logically through explanations of facial anatomy, practical methodologies and techniques, case examples, and a glossary of terms. More than 700 illustrations and photographs depict art methods used in identifying and locating crime victims and criminal offenders. Numerous successful examples, taken from actual solved cases, demonstrate applications of the methods and techniques presented. Ideal for both forensic artists who want to improve their skills and those who work with them in law enforcement, Forensic Art and Illustration is a practical guide as well as a complete look at the state of the art of forensic illustration today. See following link for more details: Visitors From The UK Click Here Looking For Something In Particular? Try Google Search Go From Forensic Art Back To The Home Page 
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