In many fields of life, there are terms that can be confusing. Sketchnoting is no exception. There are related ideas that emerged independently that seem to be talking about the same thing. Today we’ll look at two of those ideas. Sketchnotes vs Mindmaps. Here’s a quick summary answer. Some sketchnotes are also mindmaps, but not…
I’m a real fan of both analog and digital sketchnoting but recently, I’ve found myself doing sketchnotes on the iPad more. So here are some iPad sketchnoting tips that can help you improve your digital sketchnotes. Many of these will work for other tablets. 1. Find an app that works for you There are loads…
“But I won’t be able to draw and keep up with the talk?” This is the number one issues with live sketchnoting. And it’s understandable. Most new sketchnoters I know struggle with keeping up with a live talk. I mean, how are you supposed to get everything they say down not just with text but…
What if you could remember more, and have more fun doing so? That’s exactly the benefits of sketchnoting summed up in one sentence. Sketchnotes are a fun and creative way to take notes and record information that help you remember more even if you actually record less. But there’s more to them than just that.…
Organising, arranging and representing text is a real art. Hand lettering is probably its most common name, but as with many things, some people call it other things and there aren’t clear dividing lines. Regardless of its correct name, this skill can be Hand lettering can be a useful skill for Sketchnoters. After all, the…
One of the activities I occasionally like doing is making sketchnotes of quotes. It’s a creative exercise that can be quick or more prolonged and is a great way to find and share inspiration. A couple of weeks back, the micro.blog community, an indie social network, had a challenge to share a quote everyday of…