10 Expert Tips for Making the Most of Graphic Recordings and Visual Notes

by Angelique McAlpine

This group of graphic recordings was used to make a printed calendar to send as a follow up to attendees

Visual notes and graphic recording capture the essence of your event and its key takeaways. But what do you do with them once the event is over? It is key to have your Graphic Recorder plan ahead to make sure the drawings can support the resolution and dimensions you need for uses beyond the live event. Here is an example of a creative use of a Graphic Recording that required advance planning, and...Check out these ten creative ideas for using graphic recordings:

1. Event Displays: Create a stunning display using graphic recordings in the main event space. Stack them like towers or arrange them in an avenue-style gallery for maximum impact. You can also use them as a rotating slide show on screens during the event.
2. Website Integration: Feature the visual notes on your event website or blog to engage visitors and showcase your event highlights.
3. Email Campaigns: Use graphic recordings in follow-up emails to attendees. This will spark memories and encourage continued engagement with your website, event videos, and more.
4. Custom Calendars: Turn complex topics into practical, visual guides with custom calendars. Attendees can stay connected to the information all year long.
5. Wearable Art: Make a fashion statement with graphic recording t-shirt designs.  
6. Booklets & Collateral: Create beautiful booklets or foldable collateral from your visual notes. This can make a thoughtful post-event mailer.
7. Wall Art: Create beautiful wall art for your office or home using graphic recordings. Just make sure to inform your graphic recorder in advance so they can create graphics using the proper resolution for enlargements.
8. Speaker Thank-You Gifts: Show your appreciation by presenting framed prints of the graphic recordings to your speakers.
9. Memorable Mementos: Offer printed copies of the visual notes to participants as unique reminders of their event experience.
10. Event Promotion: Use graphic recordings to raise awareness for recurring events. Showcase the previous session's highlights to attract new attendees.

These creative ideas can help you make the most of your graphic recordings and ensure that your event remains memorable long after it's over. 

A friendly reminder: Depending on the contract you have with your graphic recorder, you may need to gain additional permissions for some of these ideas.

​Do you have more ideas or unique ways to use Graphic Recordings? I'd love to add to this post, send them along to [email protected] if you'd like to share.