Katya Balakina

Katya Balakina, a graphic recorder and visual storyteller, shares her inspiring journey from Russian journalism to pursuing art full-time. She highlights her transition sparked by winning an art contest and her first experience with graphic recording at TEDx Moscow. Katya offers practical tips for aspiring sketchnoters, including the importance of simplifying drawings and embracing imperfections. She discusses the emotional impact of her visuals on audiences and emphasizes community support in her career development.