ConverSketch Blog
Tips and resources for creative meetings and facilitation, visual science, and learning to draw.
How the City of Boulder Made the Most of Working with A Graphic Recorder…And You Can Too!
When you all bring ideas to me that are creative, I always want to share them back so others can use them. This story from Boulder's Recreation Centers demonstrates how integrating graphic recording throughout the entire process - before, during, and after - created deeper and more varied community involvement.
Happy 13th Birthday ConverSketch!
ConverSketch turns 13 this week!
Solidly in the teenage years, it’s high time to use some Gen Z slang: getting to do this work with you all is lit, no cap (Translation: I seriously really love getting to do this work with you all). Thank you.
Facilitación gráfica – ConverSketching in Spanish
Have you ever been somewhere you didn’t speak the language? How did you get around and communicate? One of my favorite things about graphic recording is the power of visuals to help tell a shared story, even if a group consists of people who speak different languages.
Smart Ways Your Visual Notes Can Have Lasting Value
When you bring a graphic recorder into your event, you’re making an investment financially, in your time, and in the success and impact of your event.
Join In Celebrating…Karina is a 40 Under 40 Honoree!
Please join in celebrating with us: Karina is one of Northern Colorado’s 40 Under 40 this year! Hosted by BizWest, the event “celebrates young professionals shaping the future of Boulder Valley and Northern Colorado who are making a mark on their communities through professional success and volunteer activities”.
How to Use Graphics After Your Event for Seismic Engagement
Have you ever gotten a follow up email after attending an event? What was inside? A survey? A written meeting summary?
Was there any engagement? A lively volley of replies…or crickets?
Cheers to 12 Years!
ConverSketch is twelve!
Thank you for being the reason for many years of discovery, creativity, fun, and making meaning together. Am I proud of what we’ve done together? You bet I am!
2023 Roundup & 2024 Reflection Gift For You
Welcome to 2024 y’all!
How has this new year felt for you? Has it been subtle shift or have you felt a more noticeable change in your life?
Each of us is figuring out the steps to the ever-changing dance of balancing working, caregiving, and pursuing other things that fill our cups – creative pursuits, moving our bodies, travel, or simply enjoying some tea and book.
Collective Impact
Last week was my first on-site job since the twins arrived! I had the delight to work with long-time clients the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe and Santicola & Co. to bring together tribal leaders and potential funding partners in a unique workshop.
No Travel Budget? You Can Still Have Graphic Recording
Are you planning an event that could use graphic recording, but you don’t have a budget for travel? Let’s talk about remote visuals.