About Graphic Recording & Facilitation

What to expect from real-time graphic recording by the end of the event? What does the success of a live event illustration depend on?

When I stepped into a career as a Graphic Recorder & Facilitator , I soon realized that being talented and quick at drawing won't be enough here. In order to succeed, I'll need to awaken a unique type of wit... the one that many of us only explore when playing charades! I started thinking about how I could develop this skillset, and where one might exercise this mental muscle. ....so I joined an Improv club! The importance of Improv in life From the very start, I felt how im

It was a bold attempt, trying to illustrate and record Martin Luther King Jr's legendary 'I Have a Dream' speech, but I believe this Visual Summary had to be created. It was only when I started listening with a pen in hand that I realised what beautiful imagery he uses in every line. Here we are, over 40 years later and every line still stands as strong as then. Some things age well, and Martin Luther King Junior's Dream sure did. I've recently been watching many classic movi

Become the Dragon Warrior of Graphic Recording! Here are some tips to help your Live Event Illustration skills flow better - my recipe for a successful Digital Graphic Recording session. I’ve been journaling for 15 years now - analysing and summarizing is a fundamental part of who I am. Whether I follow my recipe or not, thinking about my work and process is helpful, that's one of the key reasons I started this blog! Why journal just to myself if I can share my findings with

Why invite a Graphic Recorder to your Conference? When I cast my mind back to the best Conferences, Events, and Workshops I've been to...

Is true art really possible when it comes to Live Graphic Recording? It’s both a blessing and a curse to come into this field with a background in Fine Art. Drawing in real-time, due to the natural pace of conversations, often requires speedy work. This is at odds with my aesthetic perfectionism, and I know that part of my journey is embracing the mistakes. Some find the answer to this in working on the project both before and after the event, but does this mean it's no long

How to enter that elusive flow state? Make no mistake, I’m still on my way to learning how to be in the present moment as often as...

Anyone can learn to take Visual Notes! Here are some misconceptions about Visual Note-taking and why you should give it a go!