Sketchnote Tutorial: Simple drawing with 5 basic shapes

In this 15-minute video I share my approach to drawing for anyone.

This week’s post focuses on drawing simply. My approach to using 5 basic shapes helps people get past their fear of drawing. I know because I’ve seen it work hundreds of times in workshops I’ve taught!

If you’re afraid to start drawing, this is a perfect way to begin.

Have thoughts? Gave it a try? Leave a note in the comments.

Sketchnote Lab Live Workshop

By the way, I’m running an experimental workshop this Saturday, December 14th where I’ll use sketchnoting to solve a problem I won’t know details about until the workshop begins. Then I’ll have 35 minutes to solve it. 15-minute Q&A to follow.

It’s only $10 and includes a recorded video!

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Sketchnote Lab is Mike Rohde’s space aimed at bridging the gap between sketchnote theory and practice and guiding you in integrating sketchnoting into your everyday life. Learn more about Sketchnote Lab.

I’m the author of The Sketchnote Handbook and The Sketchnote Workbook, bestselling books that teach regular people how to start and keep sketchnoting.

I’m the founder of the Sketchnote Army and host of the Sketchnote Army Podcast, where I interview visual thinkers to understand what makes them tick.

I offer recorded, live, and in-person workshops to help accelerate your sketchnoting practice and coaching for my personalized, 1:1 sketchnoting guidance.

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