In this episode Kris Neckelmann shares how getting fired from a bank job inspired her to go full-time into visualization. You’re going to love this passionate interview!Sponsored by ConceptsThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by Concepts. An infinite canvas sketching app built for tablets with a stylus, like the iPad Pro, Microsoft Surface, and Samsung Galaxy Tab.Concepts’ infinite canvas lets you spread out and sketch in any direction. Everything you draw in Concepts is a flexible vector, so you can move your notes around the canvas, or change their color, tool or size with a simple gesture. SEARCH ”Concepts” in your favorite app store for infinite, flexible sketching.Learn more: Concepts AppRunning OrderIntroWelcomeWho is Kris?Kris’ origin storyThe work Kris is doing nowWhat Kris does to cope with pandemicYoga and meditationGet out in the sun, put her feet in the grassWork on a fun projectWalk my dog every daySponsor: Concepts appToolsTipsWhere to find KrisOutroLinksAmazon affiliate links support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Kris’ WebsiteKris on InstagramKeep Ideas on InstagramKris on LinkedInKeep Ideas on MediumKris on MediumBook: Doodle Revolution by Sunni BrownJeannel KingBook: The Alchemist by Paul CoehloRSA AnimatesBook: Austin Kleon Steal Like and ArtistToolsAmazon affiliate links support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Pentel Fude Brush Pen Kuretake Fountain Brush PenRhoda SketchbooksNeuland BulletProof NotebookOTraki 4 Pack Artist Gloves for Drawing Tablet iPad ProApple PencilProcreateConceptsTipsDraw sample lines with your pens before you’re under pressureFind people’s work you like and analyze it to learn and growHave patience!Show your work and reveal your journeyCreditsProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSubscribe to the Sketchnote Army PodcastYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube or your favorite podcast listening source.Support the PodcastTo support the creation, production and hosting of the Sketchnote Army Podcast, buy one of Mike Rohde’s bestselling books. Use code ROHDE40 at Peachpit.com for 40% off!

In this episode, agile visualizer Adrien Liard shares how his lifelong obsession with drawing led to a brief career in graffiti which became a foundation for Adrien’s agile development career and his live, graphic recording practice.Sponsored by ConceptsThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by Concepts. An infinite canvas sketching app built for tablets with a stylus, like the iPad Pro, Microsoft Surface, and Samsung Galaxy Tab.Concepts’ infinite canvas lets you spread out and sketch in any direction. Everything you draw in Concepts is a flexible vector, so you can move your notes around the canvas, or change their color, tool or size with a simple gesture. SEARCH ”Concepts” in your favorite app store for infinite, flexible sketching.Learn more: Concepts AppRunning OrderIntroWelcomeWho is Adrien?Adrien’s origin storyThe work Adrien is doing nowWhat Adrien does to cope with pandemicBeing excited about opportunities pandemic bringsLess travel means more family timeSponsor: Concepts appToolsTipsWhere to find AdrienOutroLinksAdrien’s WebsiteAdrien on TwitterAdrien on InstagramAdrien on LinkedInBen FelisYobi ScribesClubhouseToolsAmazon affiliate links support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Royal Talens SketchbooksNeuland No.One® Art, brush nib 0.5-7 mmPosca Paint Marker SetMolotow ONE4ALL Acrylic Paint Marker SetTombow Fudenosuke Brush Pen, 2-Pack. Soft and Hard TipTombow Pen Retro Dual Brush MarkersNeuland BigOne®, wedge nib 6-12mmiPad ProApple PencilProcreateIPEVO V4K Ultra High Definition 8MP USB Document CameraTipsPractice consistently a little bit each day, regularity for the winInspect your work looking for growth areas you can work onPractice the things that you’re weak on, it should hurtDraw from life because drawing is in the mindCreditsProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSubscribe to the Sketchnote Army PodcastYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube or your favorite podcast listening source.Support the PodcastTo support the creation, production and hosting of the Sketchnote Army Podcast, buy one of Mike Rohde’s bestselling books. Use code ROHDE40 at Peachpit.com for 40% off!

In this episode we’ll hear from Franziska Schwarz, a science communicator, PhD in nutritional medicine, and graphic recorder who visualizes science ideas. Franziska shares how falling asleep in university classes led her to explore visuals as a way to communicate scientific ideas in a new, refreshing way.Sponsored by ConceptsThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by Concepts. An infinite canvas sketching app built for tablets with a stylus, like the iPad Pro, Microsoft Surface, and Samsung Galaxy Tab.Concepts’ infinite canvas lets you spread out and sketch in any direction. Everything you draw in Concepts is a flexible vector, so you can move your notes around the canvas, or change their color, tool or size with a simple gesture. SEARCH ”Concepts” in your favorite app store for infinite, flexible sketching.Learn more: Concepts AppRunning OrderIntroWelcomeWho is Franziska?Franziska’s origin storyThe work Franziska is doing now:Teaching other scientists to visualize ideasAdapting visualization concepts to scienceThe importance of preparation in scientific visualizationWhy scientific generalists are ideal for visualizationHelping older people learning zoom to practice origamiWhat Franziska does to cope with pandemicPen collectingSign painting on wallsLearning new visual skillsSponsor: Concepts appToolsTipsWhere to find FranziskaOutroLinks Franziska’s Website Franziska on Twitter Franziska on InstagramFranziska on LinkedInFranziska on XingBikabloBenjamin FelisNadine RoßaRob DimeoPaper Folding (Origami)ToolsAmazon affiliate links support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Faber-Castell Broad Pen 1554 - Blue Tombow Fudenosuke Fude Brush Pen - HardMolotov Liquid Chrome MarkersMoleskine Art Sketch Pad, Soft Cover, PocketiPad ProApple PencilInfinity Designer for iPadProcreateTipsCopy other artists’ workDraw a new idea by mixing two disconnected elementsHand letter poetry or quotes that you likeCreditsProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSubscribe to the Sketchnote Army PodcastYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube or your favorite podcast listening source.Support the PodcastTo support the creation, production and hosting of the Sketchnote Army Podcast, buy one of Mike Rohde’s bestselling books. Use code ROHDE40 at Peachpit.com for 40% off!

Andreas Gaertner — illustrator, professional graphic recorder, author — shares lessons he’s learned on his journey from tattoo artist to professional visual thinker that draws live for large companies and teaches others to draw live too.Listeners: You have access to a special discount code sketchnoteArmy2022 for a 35% discount on Andreas’ Graphic Recording PRO online course:https://www.andreas-gaertner.de/graphic-recordingSponsored by ConceptsThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by Concepts. An infinite canvas sketching app built for tablets with a stylus, like the iPad Pro, Microsoft Surface, and Samsung Galaxy Tab.Concepts’ infinite canvas lets you spread out and sketch in any direction. Everything you draw in Concepts is a flexible vector, so you can move your notes around the canvas, or change their color, tool or size with a simple gesture. SEARCH ”Concepts” in your favorite app store for infinite, flexible sketching.Learn more: Concepts AppRunning OrderIntroWelcomeWho is Andreas?Andreas’ origin story“Doing is most important, taken is overrated.””Bluff, then perform”“Fill the room” and the importance of having a big enough tankSpitting out a mint in front of a crowd of 200 peopleThe work Andreas is doing now:Online coursesLive drawing sessionsDrawings for donationsWhat Andreas does to cope with pandemic:Getting up at 5AMMore quality time because of less travelThe power of video callsSponsor: Concepts appToolsTipsWhere to find AndreasOutroLinksAndreas’ WebsiteDie ZeichnerShare NotesAndreas on InstagramAndreas on LinkedInAndreas on YouTubeAndreas’ Book: Made in CreativityOnline Graphic Recording CourseMorgan MotorsHamburg’s ReeperbahnThe 5AM Club by Robin SharmaToolsAmazon affiliate links support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Neuland No.One® Art, brush nib 0.5-7 mm 105 Gray MarkerNeuland No.One® Outliner180gsm A4 paperPack TeleprompterPAD® iLight PRO 11"Miro Digital WhiteboardiPad ProApple PencilWacom Cintiq 22 Drawing TabletTipsUse gray and black for 2 levels of informationShut up — DO IT! Practice again and again!Make your drawing process visible to the customer — don’t hide it!CreditsProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSubscribe to the Sketchnote Army PodcastYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube or your favorite podcast listening source.Support the PodcastTo support the creation, production and hosting of the Sketchnote Army Podcast, buy one of Mike Rohde’s bestselling books. Use code ROHDE40 at Peachpit.com for 40% off!

In this episode, Zsofi Lang journeyed from NGOs and international development in Brussels, Belgium — into live sketchnoting, illustration, and mural-making. She shares what she’s learned from transformative, team-building exercises where she guides teams to create large-scale murals together that map their culture and values.Sponsored by ConceptsThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by Concepts. An infinite canvas sketching app built for tablets with a stylus, like the iPad Pro, Microsoft Surface, and Samsung Galaxy Tab.Concepts’ infinite canvas lets you spread out and sketch in any direction. Everything you draw in Concepts is a flexible vector, so you can move your notes around the canvas, or change their color, tool or size with a simple gesture. SEARCH ”Concepts” in your favorite app store for infinite, flexible sketching.Learn more: Concepts AppRunning OrderIntroWelcomeWho is Zsofi?Zsofi’s origin storyThe work Zsofi is doing nowWhat Zsofi does to cope with pandemicPodcastsDrawingDance PartiesSponsor: Concepts appToolsTipsWhere to find ZsofiOutroLinksZsofi’s Website Zsofi’s Links Zsofi on InstagramZsofi on YouTubeZsofi’s 3 TipsToolsAmazon affiliate links support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Leuchtturm1917 A6 Notebook Tombow MONO Drawing Pencil, HB Uniball FinelinerStabilo 68 MarkersPosca Paint MarkersMolotow MarkersMolotow PaintsiPad ProApple PencilAutodesk SketchbookTayasui SketchesPaper by WeTransferThe Sketchnote Handbook Tips Look at other work that’s awesome and analyze and understand whyVisually journal 3 things that happened todayDon’t be discouraged when its hard, keep goingUse 50% opacity layer or a sticky note to capture in-progress ideasCreditsProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSubscribe to the Sketchnote Army PodcastYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube or your favorite podcast listening source.Support the PodcastTo support the creation, production and hosting of the Sketchnote Army Podcast, buy one of Mike Rohde’s bestselling books. Use code ROHDE40 at Peachpit.com for 40% off!

In this episode, Andy McNally, an illustrator, designer, and sketchnoter, shares how he creates sketchnotes of Apple technology events, has added digital to his analog sketchnoting toolset and more!Sponsored by ConceptsThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by Concepts. An infinite canvas sketching app built for tablets with a stylus, like the iPad Pro, Microsoft Surface, and Samsung Galaxy Tab.Concepts’ infinite canvas lets you spread out and sketch in any direction. Everything you draw in Concepts is a flexible vector, so you can move your notes around the canvas, or change their color, tool or size with a simple gesture. SEARCH ”Concepts” in your favorite app store for infinite, flexible sketching.Learn more: Concepts AppRunning OrderIntroWelcomeWho is Andy?Andy’s origin storyAndy’s Apple event sketchnotesThe power of reflecting on your old workActivities to help in the pandemicSponsor: Concepts appToolsTipsWhere to find AndyOutroLinksAndy’s WebsiteAndy’s NewsletterAndy’s InstagramAndy’s TwitterAndy’s Concept Creator ProfileSketchnote Cheat SheetRobert GeneretteEd Emberley, Make a WorldApple iPhone Event Jan. 9, 2007 sketchnotesTony FadellSpringboard: the secret history of the first real smartphoneChez Panisse SketchnoteEva Lotta Lamm’s Yoga NotesToolsAmazon affiliate links support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Papermate FlairSharpie PenFudenosuke Brush Pen, Hard TipBlick Studio MarkersMoleskine Cahier Blank Journal, Soft Cover NotebookiPad ProApple PencilConceptsAdobe Draw - RetiredVectornatorTipsBreak things down into their basic shapesFocus on capturing the idea, add color and details laterDon’t be afraid to leave space blank and return to it laterKeep learning new thingsCreditsProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSubscribe to the Sketchnote Army PodcastYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube or your favorite podcast listening source.Support the PodcastTo support the creation, production and hosting of the Sketchnote Army Podcast, buy one of Mike Rohde’s bestselling books. Use code ROHDE40 at Peachpit.com for 40% off!

In this episode, hear from Renée Stevens an interactive and immersive designer, educator, author, and speaker focused on innovative to use Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), and Extended Reality (XR).Renée shares how sketchnoters and visual thinkers are needed to contribute their creative vision and skills in these mixed reality spaces and talks about her new book, Designing Immersive 3D Experiences.We have a special 35% off discount on Renee’s book, just for listeners through March 31, 2022! Use code STEVENS during checkout to apply this discount* at Peachpit.com:https://www.peachpit.com/design3d Sponsored by ConceptsThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by Concepts. An infinite canvas sketching app built for tablets with a stylus, like the iPad Pro, Microsoft Surface, and Samsung Galaxy Tab.Concepts’ infinite canvas lets you spread out and sketch in any direction. Everything you draw in Concepts is a flexible vector, so you can move your notes around the canvas, or change their color, tool or size with a simple gesture. SEARCH ”Concepts” in your favorite app store for infinite, flexible sketching.Learn more: Concepts AppRunning OrderIntroWelcomeWho is Renée?What are XR, VR and AR?The importance of design in XR developmentRenée’s origin storytagAR and other AR/VR experiences in everyday lifeHow sketchnoters and visual thinkers can get started in XRSketchnoting in AR and virtual work spacesPandemic activities Renée does to keep saneSponsor: Concepts appToolsTipsWhere to find RenéeOutroLinksRenée’s WebsitetagARRenée VimeoRenée on TwitterRenée onLinkedInRenée on DribbleRenée on PinterestSketchnote Army Podcast SE04/EP08 - Matthew Magain on VR SketchnotesWarby Parker - Virtual Try-OnApple Fitness+ToolsAmazon affiliate links support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Paper PrototypesTransparent SketchingAdobe AeroBlenderProcreateiPad ProApple PencilTipsTry out XR and observe XR in everyday lifeChoose rhythm and routine instead of inspirationBreak out of rectangles - think outside in open spaceCreditsProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSubscribe to the Sketchnote Army PodcastYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube or your favorite podcast listening source.Support the PodcastTo support the creation, production and hosting of the Sketchnote Army Podcast, buy one of Mike Rohde’s bestselling books. Use code ROHDE40 at Peachpit.com for 40% off!* Discount code STEVENS confers a 35% discount off the list price of ISBN of 9780137282838 or 9780137282876 when purchased on peachpit.com. Apply code during checkout to receive savings. Discount not valid on Book + eBook "Best Value" bundles, non-discountable products, Safari Books Online/O'Reilly Online Learning, or any title featured as eBook Deal of the Week. Discount code may not be combined with any other offer and is not redeemable for cash. Discount offer expires 11:59 p.m. EDT March 31, 2022. Offer subject to change.

In this first episode of season 11, I talk with Paul Mignard who creates the popular Sketchy Sermons series on Instagram. Learn how Paul got into his work, his process, and more!Sponsored by ConceptsThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by Concepts.An infinite canvas sketching app built for tablets with a stylus, like the iPad Pro, Microsoft Surface, and Samsung Galaxy Tab.Concepts’ infinite canvas lets you spread out and sketch in any direction. Everything you draw in Concepts is a flexible vector, so you can move your notes around the canvas, or change their color, tool or size with a simple gesture.SEARCH ”Concepts” in your favorite app store for infinite, flexible sketching.Learn more: Concepts AppRunning OrderIntroWelcomeThe challenge of monetizing sketchy sermonsHas Paul considered a book of sketchy sermons?Paul’s origin storyPaul’s skunkworks Ideas - AR/VRStickers and paper productsChallenges of sketchnoting someone else’s ideasPaul’s sketchnoting processSponsor: Concepts appPaul’s favorite toolsWhat Paul does to keep from going crazy in the pandemicPaul’s three tipsWhere to follow Paul onlineOutroLinksSketchy Sermons SiteSketchy Sermons on InstagramSketchy Sermons on FacebookSketchy Sermons on TwitterBrain Kekoa YapToolsAmazon affiliate links support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Moleskine Cahier NotebooksPilot Futayaku Double-Sided Brush Pen - Black / GrayPentel Arts Portable Pocket Brush PeniPad ProApple PencilProcreateAdobe FrescoConceptsTipsGet in the habit of making and posting content regularlyBe curious with new thingsGet inspired by learning by people online across disciplinesCreditsProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSubscribe to the Sketchnote Army PodcastYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music or your favorite podcast listening source.Support the PodcastTo support the creation, production and hosting of the Sketchnote Army Podcast, buy one of Mike Rohde’s bestselling books. Use code ROHDE40 at Peachpit.com for 40% off!

Sketchnote Army Podcast Season 11 starts next week!Hey, It’s Mike Rohde, and I’m here to announce season 11 of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is launching on Tuesday, February 15th, 2022. This season we’re adding YouTube videos for every episode so you can hear the podcast episodes — or watch them!Special thanks to this season’s sponsor, Concepts, the infinite canvas sketching app.
Watch this space on Tuesday, February 15th for episode 1!

In this final episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast for season 10, Alec and Mike have gathered all the tips: from this season and have added an uplifting music soundtrack to them. We hope this unique listening experience will inspire you as you reflect on this year and prepare for the new year ahead.Sponsored by ConceptsThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by Concepts. An infinite canvas sketching app built for tablets with a stylus, like the iPad Pro, Microsoft Surface, and Samsung Galaxy Tab.Concepts’ infinite canvas lets you spread out and sketch in any direction. Draw and take notes with liquid pens, markers and brushes in your favorite Copic designer colors.Everything you draw in Concepts is a flexible vector, so you can move your notes around the canvas, or change their color, tool or size with a simple gesture. Drag and drop images onto the canvas, and use layers and grids to organize your creative space. When you’re ready to share, export straight to your friends or team.SEARCH ”Concepts” in your favorite app store for infinite, flexible sketching.Learn more: Concepts AppRunning OrderIntro: What is “all the tips” about?Alec and Mike’s favorite tips from the seasonAll The Tips!OutroTips: Alejo PorrasIf you’re stuck, get help.Ask the question of where you are to define the problem.Acknowledge that everything changes and you have a chance to change things for the better.Tips: Eleanor BeerPreparation in advance is key.Practice active listening.Keep a pack of sticky note handy to capture fast informationMake sure you have lots of backupsTips: Dario PaniaguaRead your visual map, does it flow?Remember whitespace to let your visuals breatheRead other books UNRELATED to your fieldTry new things, different thingsVisual thinking is about THINKING!Tips: Rasagy SharmaBe kind to yourself.Sketchnote for yourself, not others.Find your tribe!Tips: Josie DeeDon’t stop because you’ve plateaued — just keep doing it!Play with alphabets and “Challenge Accepted!”Listen to music in a new way.Tips: Matt RaglandStart small and get your first win!Be encouraged to create your own system.Bookend your week with a preview and a review.Tips: Sheena MaysDo something different.Teach.Practice. Practice = Progress. It takes 10,000 hours to become an expert at something.Tips: Ben NorrisBelieve in yourself!Listen well.Try different layoutsFollow those who teach drawing, load ideas into your handTips: Mister MaikelWhy do you draw? Learn to draw for passion!Draw everywhere and all the time. Carry a sketchbook!Count your blessings not your troubles.Tips: Mina LegendExploring other visual people’s work on InstagramUse The Noun ProjectDo your best and it will be fine!Tips: Marc GutmanFocus on something you want to learn and focus on it.Reference books to learn.Get a new pen!Tips: Anh BuiFall in love with the process!Invest in your skillset with education.Look into other fields, translate those concepts into visuals.CreditsProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSubscribe to the Sketchnote Army PodcastYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music or your favorite podcast listening source.Support the PodcastTo support the creation, production and hosting of the Sketchnote Army Podcast, buy one of Mike Rohde’s bestselling books. Use code ROHDE40 at Peachpit.com for 40% off!