Intro to Sketchnoting @ the SF Pen Show 2026 [Fri]

** This workshop is hosted by the **

Visual note-taking (aka: sketchnoting) is a fabulously fun technique used to transform simple notes into rich visual summaries. It’s a great way to capture ideas, to remember them, and to share them with others. Whether used as a personal tool to develop your creativity, or as a way to share information with others, sketchnotes are a powerful way to create memorable, engaging info summaries while you also develop and express your own unique visual style.

In this hands-on workshop at the , you’ll get to know the benefits of making visual notes, create a visual vocabulary of objects (things) and concepts (ideas), practice simple lettering techniques, and learn to structure information into common layout patterns. Then you’ll bring it all together as you practice creating sketchnotes in real time. You'll further hone your skills with collaborative feedback and critique.

If you’re new to sketchnoting, this is a fun and fast way to get started. If you’re a seasoned sketcher or visual note-taker, you’ll advance your practice in a whole new way!

Please bring:

• Your favorite writing pens
• Your favorite notebook/paper/journal/sketchbook
• A grey marker, pen with ink or grey pencil
• Any color media that you like to use (such as colored ink, markers or pencils)
• Your enthusiasm and energy

These materials will be provided:

• Regular letter-sized paper
• Pre-printed practice templates for activities
• An assortment of colored pencils for use during the session
• A box where you can store your inner critic during the session

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• 20 seats available
• Tuition does not include entry to the SF Pen Show (required to attend)

Hope to see you at the Pen Show!

Cancellation Policy: Notification up to 7 days prior to event receives a refund less Eventbrite fees (which are not refundable.) If you find you cannot attend less than 7 days before the event, you may transfer your registration to someone else by having them use your name at check-in. In the event that the session is cancelled you will be offered a full refund and if appropriate, offered a discount on a future session.