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9 lessons, 48 videos, 22 exercises
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The FUNdamentals of Sketchnotes

Learn to create sketchnotes with us!

We’ll make it easy and fun for you to learn the basic skills so you can:

• Better understand and remember lessons.
• Document your memories and experiences.
• Share and teach big ideas with others.

By the end of this course, you'll transform the way you capture ideas and experiences.
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Welcome to your Masterclass in Sketchnotes

In this sketchnote course, you’ll embark on an exciting adventure to discover the art of sketchnoting through engaging video lessons.

You’ll learn to see the world through a creative lens and express your thoughts visually in ways you never thought possible.

Here’s a glimpse of what’s in store:

  • Best materials to make awesome Sketchnotes

  • The basics of typography, design, and layouts

  • Making dynamic color palettes

  • Drawing hacks

  • Hear a number of corny jokes

  • …and much more!

Course Curriculum

Our visual note-taking course is designed to equip you with all the skills you need for effective sketchnoting.


Prepare to immerse yourself in an educational adventure that's informative, incredibly enjoyable, and creatively fulfilling!

Introduction to Sketchnotes

  1. Easy and Fun• 2 mins • 156 MB (Preview)
  2. How it started • 3 mins • 331 MB (Preview)
  3. Who this course is for • 1 mins • 62.8 MB
  4. Why Sketchnote • 3 mins • 342 MB
  5. The Process of Creating Sketchnotes • 2 mins • 236 MB
  6. Course Overview • 4 mins • 390 MB
  • Lesson 01 Overview 3.34 MB

Tools & Supplies

  1. Traditional Sketchnotes • 3 mins • 324 MB
  2. How it started • 2 mins • 140 MB
  3. Pens • 2 mins • 62.8 MB
  4. Markers (for coloring) • 2 mins • 143 MB
  5. Paper, Notebooks, and Other Surfaces • 2 mins • 236 MB
  6. Digital Sketchnotes • 2 mins • 128 MB
  7. Software • 2 mins • 129 MB
  8. Conclusion • 1 mins • 47.3 MB
  • Lesson 02 Materials.pdf 3.34 MB

Drawing Basics

  1. Warning! • 2 mins • 173 MB
  2. The Purpose of Drawing • 2 mins • 144 MB
  3. How to Draw Simple Things • 2 mins • 225 MB
  4. Common Drawing Categories • 4 mins • 841 MB
  5. Incremental Illustrations • 1 min • 738 MB
  6. Visual Library • 2 mins • 143 MB
  7. Conclusion • 1 min • 84.1 MB
  • Lesson 03 Drawing Basics.pdf • 1.98 MB

Lettering

  1. Lettering Pitfalls • 2 mins • 194 MB
  2. Letter Anatomy • 2 mins • 153 MB
  3. Letter sizes • 2 mins • 144 MB
  4. Design your Fonts • 3 mins • 263 MB
  5. Expressive fonts • 1 min • 74.7 MB
  6. Conclusion • 1 min • 56.8 MB
  • Lesson 04 Lettering.pdf • 2.14 MB

Color

  1. Color Pitfalls • 2 mins • 195 MB
  2. The Purpose of Color • 3 mins • 280 MB
  3. Ways to Use Color • 1 min • 85.1 MB
  4. Building a Palette • 2 mins • 129 MB
  5. Choosing a Palette • 1 min • 112 MB
  6. Conclusion • 1 min • 44.8 MB
  • Lesson 05 Color.pdf • 1.57 MB

Visual Hierarchy

  1. What is Visual Hierarchy • 2 mins • 154 MB
  2. Why Visual Hierarchy Matters • 2 mins • 234 MB
  3. How to Create Hierarchy • 4 mins • 363 MB
  4. Conclusion • 1 min • 47.1 MB
  • Lesson 06 Hierarchy.pdf • 4.02 MB

Active Listening

  1. What is Active Listening • 2 mins • 164 MB
  2. Barriers to Active Listening • 3 mins • 276 MB
  3. How to Actively Listen • 5 mins • 647 MB
  4. Conclusion • 1 min • 72.1 MB
  • Lesson 07 Active Listening.pdf • 1.92 MB

Concepts

  1. Why do Concepts Matter? • 2 mins • 144 MB
  2. Types of Concepts • 3 mins • 345 MB
  3. How to Push your Concepts • 2 mins • 250 MB
  4. Conclusion • 1 min • 79.3 MB
  • Lesson 08 Concepts.pdf • 1.93 MB

Page Layouts

  1. Intro to Layouts • 1 min • 115 MB
  2. Why Layout matters • 1 min • 59.5 MB
  3. Types of Layouts • 4 mins • 532 MB
  4. How to Choose a Layout • 2 mins • 165 MB
  5. Conclusion • 2 mins • 147 MB
  • Lesson 09 Layout.pdf • 2.35 MB

Meet your coaches

It's easy to learn anything by yourself on the internet but, if you want substantial and meaningful growth, having coaches and a community to support you is the best way.


That's what William and Alejo, and the entire Sketch Effect Society, are here for: to help you become your best at sketchnotes.

William Warren

The visionary.

Founded The Sketch Effect in 2013 and since then has helped lots of companies make their events and corporate communication more engaging.

William brings to the table his valuable sketchnote expertise, business knowledge, and all the dad jokes.

Drawing of William

Alejo Porras

The sketching ninja.

Started up at The Sketch Effect as a Graphic Recorder and quickly ascended to become the Creative Lead and coach for the team.

Alejo is always learning and sharing great insights with his fun sketches and personality.

Why Learn Sketchnoting With Us?

Learning online doesn't have to be lonely.

With our courses, workshops, and the Sketch Society, you're part of a community. William, Alejo, and the entire team are here to support your growth in sketchnoting.

Discover from our participants how we've reshaped their note-taking and creativity.

Ready to Start?

Embrace the art of sketchnoting today.

Buy our course, join a workshop, and become part of a community that's as passionate about visual note taking as you are.

Let's sketchnote! Buy for $99

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“Having artists from The Sketch Effect at our onboarding programs has been a huge hit! The learners love seeing their conversations and work come to life through the sketches the artists create. They feel “heard” and that their contributions are validated. And as a result, they engage more. The sketches have great uses following the programs, too! They can be used in communications and marketing of future events. The team was easy to work with and they made the whole experience fun for everyone.”

Ernie Brescia

Sr. Manager, Design & Development Studio

PWC

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“Our animated video with the Sketch Effect turned out wonderfully and we were very happy with the entire process. It was great working with the Sketch Effect team – they really understood the assignment and our goals for this communication effort! We launched the video to the entire Staff and have been receiving compliments ever since! As our work in this space continues, I’m sure we will be back in touch for more animation projects with The Sketch Effect.”

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Client caricature of Ernie Brescia

“Having artists from The Sketch Effect at our onboarding programs has been a huge hit! The learners love seeing their conversations and work come to life through the sketches the artists create. They feel “heard” and that their contributions are validated. And as a result, they engage more. The sketches have great uses following the programs, too! They can be used in communications and marketing of future events. The team was easy to work with and they made the whole experience fun for everyone.”

Ernie Brescia

Sr. Manager, Design & Development Studio

PWC