What is Visual Note Taking?
Visual Note Taking, a.k.a Graphic Recording, Graphic Facilitation, or Scribing is all about….
Creating visual representations of live events in real time.
I use simple words and fun illustrations to create a record of your conversation, speech or meeting..
At the end of the session, there is a fun, visually engaging map of the conversations, ideas and opinions shared - how cool is that??
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Visual Notes
for Online Meetings
You talk, I draw. But, completely remote!
Thanks to the power of the internet I can join your meeting and create Visual-Notes in real-time.
From Anywhere in the World!
My Goal is to:
✅ Record the most important nuggets of info - leave the fluff behind.
✅ Make the information fun and accessible!
✅ Keep everyone in the room engaged (even during the post-lunch slump… )
Why Use Visual Note Taking?
Rich Images & Illustrations
Rich Images are perfect for explaining BIG IDEAS, transforming your vision into engaging visuals that match your brand and message.
They work best for:
Introducing new plans & strategies
Communicating your ideas & messages
Simplifying complex messages
‘‘Leah, from the outset, immersed herself in the collective goals of improving Cherry Orchards’ entire community. Leah brought a brand new approach of communication and this in turn has fast tracked our approach to service delivery.
The world needs more Leahs!’’
Dave, Dublin City Council
My Happy Clients
My name is Leah / Is mise Leah
Hello! My name is Leah O'Donoghue, I am an Irish Illustrator, who specialises in Live Event Illustration! You talk, I draw.
I love to draw at events for women’s health, social justice & sustainability. I grew up in a coastal Gaeltacht, is feidir liom obair trí Gaeilge agus Béarla
(nó dhá-theangach)
When I’m not attending live events, I spend my time drawing birds, dogs and other silly creatures.
Education / Oideachas
⌛4 Years of Industry Experience / Ceithre Bhlian ag Fás
Full-time Illustrator :)
👩🎓 Bachelor of Science / Céim Bhaitsiléara
Product Design & Technology 1.1
🎨 QQI Level 5 / CNC Leibhéal 5
Art, Craft & Design
Featured In… / Páirteachli…
🎙️ SHSS Podcast
’’Leah O Donoghue on being an illustrator and native Irish speaker’’
📰 Clare Echo - Clare Tourism Together
’’Clare’s tourism prides itself on embracing a spirit of collaboration and a desire to innovate.’’
FAQs:
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I’m based in Limerick Ireland. I work all over the counrty and I am also willing to travel for international events. I also work online, remotely from my office (Yay for the internet!)
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Good Question - It depends on the details of your event. In-Person Live Illustration starts from €930 and Online Live Illustration starts from €450. Get a custom quote here or send me an email.
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My process from start to finish goes like this:
1. We meet online to discuss your event in detail. I advise you on where Live Illustration will fit in best and create a bespoke plan for you.
2. I show up to the event 1 -1.5hrs before kick-off to set up my equipment & prepare my canvas. For online events I’ll log on 30mins before kick off to do a tech check.3. I draw what you say! I capture the conversations and key pieces of info in real time.
After the event I deliver high quality images of the illustration to you ready for you to share. Waheyy
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Yes! When I draw in person, you get to keep the physical piece of paper. I take high quality images and edit them so that they look super snazz and are ready to share on your social platforms & website.
Imagine if I kept every Live- Illustration I made? MY studio would be choca-block with them!!
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I work online AND in person. I can create Visual Notes for Zoom meetings and in-person gatherings.
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I use 150gsm paper and water based inks. Most of my markers are from a company called Neualnd. They’re refillable and the tips are replaceable - making them super friendly to the environment.
When I work digitally, I use an iPad and a software called ProCreate.