Infographics are powerful tools for communication. They allow businesses to present complex ideas in an engaging, visually digestible way that resonates with their audience.

While I still love working on-site, the beauty of live illustration is that it can just as easily happen remotely. That’s right - hosting an in-person event doesn’t mean I have to physically be there to live illustrate for you.

My role was to visually capture these discussions and distill them into a one-of-a-kind illustration that highlights the key themes.

Working closely with the fabulous youth team, I facilitated a series of visual planning workshops. These sessions were filled with energy and creativity, and we produced some wonderful visual plans. The young people were so engaged and full of ideas!

This statistic highlights a significant gap in access, rooted in socio-economic disparities, school resources, geographic limitations, and inadequate guidance. Addressing these issues is essential to ensuring equal opportunities for all young people to develop crucial work skills.

When I work as a graphic recorder, my process is all about connection. I listen closely to what’s being said—whether it’s during a strategy meeting, a keynote speech, or a collaborative workshop—and distill it into clear, visually engaging drawings.

Whether it’s a corporate conference, workshop, team-building session, academic, or community event, live illustration provides a unique way to document and reflect the shared experience.

There’s something almost meditative about this process. When I’m actively listening and drawing, everything else falls away. I’m fully present, fully engaged. It’s a luxury to listen so deeply and a privilege to draw what I’m hearing. I often find myself in a state of flow. A sweet spot where time slips away, and I’m simply there, capturing the essence of the moment.

Graphic facilitation assists in visually mapping out objectives, ensuring that all team members understand their roles and contributions towards achieving shared goals.

Graphic facilitation is more than just a visual aid; it’s a powerful tool that can transform how teams communicate and collaborate.

One of the most powerful tools in my visual toolkit is the use of metaphors. For example, a simple coffee cup can represent the broader concept of gentrification, conveying the subtleties of a conversation about urban change without a single word.

Sadiq Khan, Mayor of London and his team recently reached out to me to live illustrate their celebration event for Hackney Wick and Fish Island Creative Enterprise Zone.

My sketches are infused with the human touch because they are made with the understanding that we, as humans, are more than the sum of our words and actions. We are our emotions, our ideas, and our imperfect, beautiful expressions.

These remarkable individuals have dedicated their lives to serving their country, and the hospital provides them with a vibrant community in their later years. The site itself holds a special place in British history, and it’s been a real honour to be invited to contribute to celebrating this legacy through my work.

The manifesto zines will be disseminated widely, aiming to influence policymakers and drive positive change for young people with SEND. It was an honour to be part of this important work.

Psychological safety is the belief that an employee will not be penalised or humiliated for speaking up with ideas, questions, concerns, or mistakes. It’s an environment where individuals feel secure enough to be themselves, take risks, and contribute authentically without fear of negative consequences.

There are scientific explanations for why images captivate us more than text. Visuals can tell a more engaging story that our brains interpret much faster than words.

Curating for Change is an incredible initiative that promotes and develops routes for d/Deaf, disabled, and neurodiverse curators, who are currently seriously under-represented in museums. Over the last couple of years I have been providing live illustration at their Museum Partners Network meetings online and in-person. The programme culminated in a celebration event at the Imperial War Museum London where they launched their next phase: Curating Visibility.

Are you tired of action points getting lost after meetings, advisory groups, or workshops?

Here's a fresh approach: make them visual!

I had fun integrating egg-themed motifs and puns into the designs. The team was brimming with free-range ideas (sorry!), and together, we incubated (🥚) these concepts into a comprehensive vision and strategy map.