The Preparation of Illustrations for Reports of the United States Geological Survey / With Brief Descriptions of Processes of Reproduction

This manual explains how to produce and submit illustrations for scientific reports, covering selection, approval, and practical preparation by both authors and draftsmen. It details types and sizes of plates and figures, map conventions (scales, projection, orientation, symbols, lettering), materials and tools (paper, inks, pens, tracing cloth, watercolors), photographic and reproduction processes, coloring and black-line conventions, preparation of diagrams, sections, and specimen drawings, and handling of borrowed or copyrighted materials. Guidance on making up plates, proofing, revisions, and standards for reduction or enlargement completes the procedural and technical instructions.