“Staying present” is a big part of emotional intelligence — and essential to the work I do drawing out conversations in real time. When I lose presence, I drift. I miss my place in the dialogue. And when that happens, I can’t faithfully reflect the important points unfolding in the room. This doesn’t only happen…
Three Real Moments That Changed How I Listen and Capture Stories When I get ready to draw a conversation — markers ready, ears open — I’m not just bringing my drawing tools. Self-awareness in visual practice is what keeps me grounded, present, and able to truly reflect the group’s stories rather than my own biases….
Teaching students about the power of visual thinking as a Visiting Artist at the Park Tudor School in Indianapolis.
Work in Context series: How is visual thinking used in real-life situations? Today’s client collaboration conversation is about using Visual Thinking for Change Makers in STEM in Higher Ed.
Is there a creative, visual learner in your life that you’d like to thank, encourage, or support (or maybe that’s you, *wink*)? Here is a curated list of 15 fun and useful gift ideas for all ages, from free to inexpensive to somewhat pricey. The items are categorized into Books, Tech, Tools, and Toys.
“Shit is bleak“ Humor is often used to poke fun at tragic or depressing events. Good-natured comedy can help us cope with a negative situation. Take this Onion headline parodying the sober subject of climate change, for example, or this screenshot from comedian Marie Faustin’s pandemic-themed skit. What could be less funny than killer virus…
In 2019 I had the pleasure of leading a workshop at the Day of Innovation at Butler University, Indiana’s full day innovation event that brings together leaders and practitioners from all sectors and backgrounds, hosted by Centric Indiana. The conference theme was The Power of Together: Diversity, Inclusion, Collaboration and Team Building for Innovation. It…
This past spring my husband and I – along with our bulldog Violet – took a month to travel out west with our little Casita travel trailer in search of mountain biking adventures. Here’s a ~4-min re-cap of our journey, explainer video-style!
Is there a visual learner in your life that you’d like to encourage or support? Or maybe you wish to engage a group you work with by using visuals? Here is a curated list of ten fun, practical and unique art supplies, tools, books, and other gift ideas for a variety of age ranges, for…
The event has ended and it was a success. Participants are fired up with new knowledge. A graphic recorder captured the event (either virtual or in-person) and people loved seeing their ideas and discussion points come to life, or they were inspired by the speaker’s innovative story-telling. They feel connected to the message and want…
