How you can use Graphic Recording or Ethnographic Drawing?
Both graphic recording and ethnographics are live drawing to record a moment in a way photos can’t. They get to the emotion and vibe of the moment.
Graphic Recording | Visual Note-taking | Visual Scribing
This is the art of translating spoken ideas into live visuals. Using markers or digital tools, I listen, synthesize and sketch key concepts in real-time. We can use large-scale imagery to lead groups and individuals towards a goal. It’s great for brainstorm meetings, seminars, workshops and conferences. Live sketching as part of the event proceeds increases engagement and adds to the depth of your day.
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Ethnographic Sketching
What is that, right? I hadn’t heard of it until I was asked by the Director of Social Innovation at Georgian College. As part of research, Ethnographic sketching provides a way to preserve the memory of moments with people, within places, situations, circumstances at distinct periods. It opens the research field’s horizon to reveal hidden qualities. It has links to urban sketching.
You may have seen archaeologists doing sketches in movies, or viewed their actual notes and drawings at museums. Sketching as part of research allows us to formulate an image much more precisely than snapping a photo. When consciously composing a drawing, I must be clear about what I need to show. This visual representation and its description becomes a statement in your line of argumentation. It can shed fresh light on the focus of your study.
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Old-School & Digital Art Services
We can do any of these services old-school, live and loud as you want, on supersized paper using markers or paint. We can also create big, bold, and beautiful digital art presented on big screens and meeting room monitors.
How Live Digital Art Works
Drawing on my tablet, I connect to a large screen, projector or computer monitor for all to see. It’s perfect to grab attention in trade show booths, and as a graphic recording of your speech or workshop at a conference. Of course, live digital caricatures are as fun as the old-school drawings on paper.
Location! Location!
Both Graphic Recording and Ethnographics are created on location. Graphic Recording is generally an integral part of your conference, seminar or workshop. Ethnographics, as a way to study and record your project, is also integrated into the space and society you’re studying.
Inclusive and Interactive
The focus of these sketches is on the people, their interactions, thoughts and usually their desire to improve something in their group or community. People love to see creation in progress — in this case, their input is the reason for it. They want to see their comments and themselves reflected in the art, inspiring your audience to interact. This art is an open invitation to the shyest to share.
Camaraderie is gained through joining together on this unique creative adventure.
What we Need
I’ll need to know everything I can about your presentation in advance. I’ll have certain elements illustrated in advance, including headlines, topics and even your corporate colour scheme and brand represented.
If we’re going digital, I’ll require technical info about monitors and screens we’ll be tethering to. If we’re going old-school, I’ll prep large paper and install it in the best possible location. We can even leave space, markers or paint to allow a real hands-on experience.
For ethnographic studies, I need a clear understanding of the purpose of the event and how the art will be used. I will have creative work to do in advance. I require a well lit place to sketch, and to be introduced to the group, so they become comfortable with the presence of someone watching them intently. I come with all my own creative tools.
Art will enrich the experience
Creative facilitation stimulates the brain and opens the mind to new possibilities and ideas. You’ll receive increased interactivity and energy. Being part of live creation captivates your crowd, making your conference, convention or seminar the highlight to remember.
Online hosted events
With the rise of employees working remotely and to accommodate travelling, digital graphic recording can be a virtual addition to seminars, workshops and brainstorms hosted online.
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In-Person Events & Digital Events:
Conferences & Conventions
Online Meetings & Webinars
Keynote Sessions
Workshops & Team Strategy Sessions
Public Events & Festivals
Corporate Retreats & Conferences
Fundraising, Auctions, & Galas
Tradeshows & Live Product Demos
Online Breakout Rooms
Panels
Breakout Group Sessions
Collaborative Brainstorming Sessions
Workshops & Training Sessions
Executive Summaries & Reports
Research Projects
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