I’m Madelaine.

I am a PhD candidate in anthropology at the University of Minnesota, living in Chicago.

My interests revolve around diet, life history, and environment, and what they can tell us about primate paleobiology. I research the ecology and development of living and extinct apes through methods like stable isotope and trace element analysis.

I am also an avid writer, science communicator, and illustrator.

Altogether, I prioritize creativity, communication, and outreach in my work, and I’m always looking for opportunities to collaborate!

Communication & Outreach

As an academic, one of my biggest priorities is making time for scientific outreach and communications. I enjoy sharing what I've learned with others through art, writing, k-5 workshops, or social media.

Learn more about my workshops!

Illustrations

I love to doodle and am always looking for ways to incorporate my illustrations into science communication projects. I also love creating marketing assets for local businesses and community organizations.

I sell art prints, stickers, and needle-felted trinkets on my Etsy shop here.

You can see my portfolio here.

Copywriting

I also write blog content for B2B clients related to workplace training software and the hospitality industry.

Check out my personal writing sample on Medium or here.

Contact me for more information about my B2B work!

Let’s Talk!