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This is the official gathering place for membership of the International Forum of Visual Practitioners (IFVP) and for those people and organizations looking for a visual practitioner and learn more about the profession.

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On this site you’ll find like-minded people who share your interest in graphic facilitation, graphic recording and other forms of visual practice.

Looking for a Visual Practitioner?

Perhaps someone in a particular country or region, or with a special expertise? You can search our list of experts by name, skill set or location:You’ll find profiles and contact info of visual practitioners all over the world. You’ll learn about upcoming events and useful resources. And if you’re an IFVP member, you’ll have complimentary access to a host of other features of this website, including:

  • A personal member's page where you can develop your profile, feature samples of your work, and share ideas
  • The ability to share your thoughts in a Blog, join conversations in the Forum, or become a member of a Group
  • A space to share your personal experience and highlight your areas of expertise by uploading photos and videos

  • A chance to connect with other Members

Not a member of IFVP?

You’ll find lots on this site for you too, including the member directory, detailed member profiles, photos and videos, and information about events. But to participate in conversations, upload images, share ideas or have a personal page, you need to be a member.

 

 

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12 minute RSA-style video

Started by Paul H. Tontur in General Apr 11. 0 Replies

Dear all,In the very moment the rights are not finally discussed and for this reason I am not uploading the video we have made in the "about us" section. Nevertheless, in case you are interested in our first drawn video, please visit YouTube and…Continue

Tags: video, drawn

Graphic Recording Best Practices

Started by Alece Birnbach in IFVP Education Mar 17. 0 Replies

Hi Everyone,I've been asked to write an article about best practices for graphic recorders. Below is my rough outline so far.  I'd love to hear if any of you have other subjects you think I should add. And if you have stories about these subjects,…Continue

Whiteboard Opportunity in Bay Area

Started by Kevin Ang in General Mar 12. 0 Replies

I was contacted by a nice non profit recently about working on a possible whiteboard video project for a great cause -public education and funding. Although they will not be able to compensate with for profit money, I thought I'd put it out to the…Continue

Graphic Recording in the News

Started by Barbara Siegel in General Feb 6. 0 Replies

Barb Siegel, Lucinda Levine, Jim Nuttle and Ann Leach were all interviewed for this article…Continue

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Christine Walker posted photos
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Karina Mullen joined Patricia Molla's group
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América Latina IFVP

América Latina tiene problemáticas específicas y modos visuales de abordarlas muy variados.Este…See More
5 hours ago
Michelle Walker replied to Anne M Jess's discussion using templates in the group Graphic Facilitators
"Just wanted to offer a bit more on this topic. I ran a webinar early this year on 'Templates…"
16 hours ago
Brenda Tan posted photos
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BIG APPLE 2013

Join us for BIG APPLE 2013

JULY 23-26, 2013

The annual IFVP conference for 2013 will be in New York City... THE BIG APPLE! Details and registration information are available on the conference site now. See you there!

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Visualizing Your Strengths

Posted by IFVP on May 6, 2013 at 12:31pm 1 Comment

By Jonny Goldstein, envizualize.com

It can be difficult to self-assess what you are good at. I am great at helping people uncover their own strengths, but turning that same ability on myself is a challenge. But I realize that an awareness of my strengths is a critical element in being strategic about my career. Luckily, soon after joining the IFVP Board, our fearless…

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How the Skills of a Visual Leader Benefit Everyone

Posted by Lisa Arora on April 22, 2013 at 12:00pm 0 Comments

Inspired in part by computer engineers who began to organize information in a new architectural manner, graphic facilitation was born out of the belief that visual representation is vital to clear, effective group communication.

The graphics we create for meetings, seminars, workshops and conferences serve as a visual thinking tool to help get everyone on the same page and arrive at new insights. When ideas are recorded visually, participants can literally see and examine what…

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Visual Practice Runs in the Family

Posted by IFVP on April 4, 2013 at 3:30pm 0 Comments

By Thum Cheng Cheong

As children, my brother and I loved the arts. But we had to earn a living and so the arts took a back seat. Over the years, we both pursued our interests separately. In the middle of last year, I learned my brother had turned his love into burning passion, and I wanted to get to know him again from this perspective.

Thum Lai Ian (“LI”): What gave you the idea to put art/drawing and thinking…

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This month we are putting the spotlight on an online slideshow created by ImageThink. Take a look, be inspired, and think about your own marketing outreach. What services and/or products do you provi…

Posted by IFVP on April 4, 2013 at 3:26pm 0 Comments

This month we are putting the spotlight on an online slideshow created by ImageThink. Take a look, be inspired, and think about your own marketing outreach. What services and/or products do you provide? How can you show their value and generate demand for what you provide? How can you convey the unique flavor of what you do to potential customers? We hope this series inspires thought and maybe even a little dialog about marketing that works.

By Kelly…

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