Graphic Recording

I provide Graphic Recording for events, using traditional and digital materials.

I work in-person and remotely for conferences, workshops, events and webinars.

I also offer studio illustrations and post-event deliverables.

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Live illustration from a party event. Two people holding a completed live illustration by Zoe Parker Illustration
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Graphic recording created live by Zoe Parker illustration at StartUp Croydon bootcamp illustrated live, live scribe on ipad using corporate colours of orange, white and purple
Graphic Recording by Zoe Parker Illustration created on ipad to record minutes of meeting at StartUp Croydon. Colours are purple, orange and white the colours of the business which was hosting the conference. Images of people, diagrams and tax

Series of 3 Graphic Recordings created live for StartUp Croydon (now UP) for use on their website.

Graphic Recording by Zoe Parker Illustration drawn live on ipad to record session about starting your own business the main colours are orange purple and white to match the branding of the company

“Another great graphic and imaginative synopsis of our Bootcamp from Zoe. Is Live Illustration the new norm? Certainly a more engaging read than word documented minutes.”

— Saffron Saunders CEO at StartUp Croydon

Graphic recording sketchnote visual notetaking by Zoe Parker Illustration using her Ipad to record details of a meeting. Featuring soundbites, illustrations, annotations and handdrawn symbols created live during the meeting and shared with delegates
Graphic recording sketch note visual notes by Zoe Parker Illustration created using Ipad. Featuring annotations and symbols relevant to a webinar with Vogue about how to win Fashion's AI race. The colours are black, white, and two shades of grey
Graphic recording sketch note visual note-taking live-scribing digitally recording on ipad by Zoe Parker Illustration featuring words and symbols from a chat between two artists about how to become a tattooist. Featuring the colours of Creative Rebel

Examples of Graphic Recording created during a Vogue webinar, a Creative Rebels podcast and a live event at Croydon College.

Graphic Recording live illustration live scribing visual notetaking sketchnote by Zoe Parker Illustration created on ipad to share with the room. Delegates were learning how to build a better town. Features drawings and symbols of housing and educati
A colorful illustrated guide titled "How to Master Your Personal Style" featuring tips from Kay Barron and Donna Wallace. Elements include clothing sketches, accessories, a woman fashionably dressed, and style advice such as "start with accessories,"
Colorful illustration featuring Willa Gabbie's background as a watercolor illustrator, including her age, career highlights, and personal interests. Elements include sketches of her artwork, icons representing her work process, pet portrait, and prac
Illustrated notes on biodiversity and horticulture, including sketches of plants, a boat labeled 'Plant Explorer,' and people such as James Armitage, Gareth Richards, Amy Sanderson, and Eric Hsu. Highlights include references to the Royal Horticultur
A black-and-white collage of hand-drawn notes, sketches, and doodles related to fashion, brands, and creative projects. Includes references to Vogue Business, fashion designers, shopping malls, and fashion events.

Client Reviews

“Thank you for the illustration you did, the drawing was amazing- my nan wanted a copy!

The event led to some fruitful conversations. We’ve already recommended you to others.”

— Ben Gyles, Urban Nest

“Zoe Parker is so talented! She has an exceptional creative eye and her illustrations are spot-on.”

— Denise Mead Hill, chair Ladies Who Latte

“Many thanks to Zoe Parker for her brilliantly impactful illustration.”

— Laura Donohoe, Commercial Development Manager

Zoe Parker Illustration at her desk inside a church created a live visual graphic recording, live illustration scribe of a musical recital
Zoe Parker Illustration holds up a drawing of a musical recital in a church. She creates the drawing as a live graphic recording whilst the music is playing
Zoe Parker Illustration creates a live graphic recording, visual notes of a musical recital in a church.
Zoe Parker Illustration Live Graphic Recording of music recital in a church
Zoe Parker Illustration with Dame Zandra Rhodes holding Zoe's live graphic recording of a talk about Bill Gibb at the Fashion and Textile Museum
Graphic Recording created live by Zoe Parker Illustration and featuring Dame Zandra Rhodes being interviewed at the Fashion and Textile Museum
Graphic Recording by Zoe Parker Illustration being displayed by two keynote speakers at a talk at the Fashion and Textiles Museum
Live Graphic Recording created by Zoe Parker Illustration using Pro Marker pens and Brush Pen at a talk with Dame Zandra Rhodes and others to celebrate the life of Bill Gibb.
Photo of Zoe Parker Illustration showing her graphic recording to two of the street artists that she drew. The visual notes were created by Zoe Parker Illustration
Photo of Zoe Parker Illustration and her graphic recordings, visual notes created live at a talk by David Speed about the importance of art
Zoe Parker Illustration holds up her graphic recording of David Speed and other street artists at a panel talk
Graphic Recording created by Zoe Parker Illustration, drawn live at a panel talk with David Speed and Joy Collective
Zoe Parker Illustration with her graphic recording, visual notes, live scribe work of a charity event she illustrated live at
Function room at selhurst park stadium at charity evening. In front of the window at the far end of the room is the easel and board used by Zoe Parker Illustration to create a graphic recording of the event.
Close up of saxophonist drawn on Live Illustration by Zoe Parker Illustration created as a graphic recording at a charity event.
Graphic Recording created live by Zoe Parker Illustration during a charity event. The drawing features the keynote speakers and other details
Live Illustration, completed after 3 hours!
Zoe Parker Illustration with completed graphic recording.
Zoe Parker Illustration using Winsor and Newton Promarkers to illustrate live recording.
Guests looking at the finished visual recording
A full house at Stanley Arts which Zoe Parker Illustration is drawing
A testimonial sent to me by a guest at the event. Such lovely words!
Testimonial sent to me by an audience member who took photos of Zoe Parker Illustration at the event.

What is Graphic Recording?

Graphic Recording is a means of documenting an event with notes and drawings, colour and animation. It can be done digitally or by hand and both versions make a meeting more memorable- the images are great prompts and talking points!

Your meeting can live on in the hearts and minds of your participants

I can record a rapid sketch to sum up the key features of your event, gathering or meeting.

What happens before the event?

We’ll have a chat via Zoom or phone to discuss details, such as venue logistics and timings.

  • We’ll talk about if the event is remote or in-person, and if the Graphic Recording is to be created in-person or digitally.

  • What are the key messages that must come across in the meeting?

  • Provide me with any visuals or colour schemes you use.

  • Give me an idea of how many speakers, the length of time they will speak, how many topics.

  • Any theme titles that I should pre-prepare?

  • We’ll talk about the pricing and the payment terms so that we can agree the cost and deposit.

  • I’ll bring everything I need with me- all I request is a table and chair, preferably close to a plug socket in case I need extra light. I’ll research the venue’s location and logistics and my journey there, so you don’t need to worry about that. I’ll even bring my own snacks!

What happens during the event?

I’ll aim to arrive at least 30 minutes before the event and set up my working area.

  • If I’m attending in person then I will set up somewhere with a good view of the speaker and clear sound

  • Your AV team (if you have one) can help me to connect my Ipad to your big screen

  • The speaker begins and I start drawing.

  • You and your delegates watch the selected words and images appearing on the big screen.

What happens after the event?

  • We all go home.

  • A review and check of the recording, any necessary tweaks so that everyone is happy, within 48 hours.

  • The recording is yours to keep and email on to other delegates.

  • I’ll give you a call to check that everything is still good, in a week or so’s time.

What is the cost?

  • Prices include all materials and expenses, including all travel in the UK.

  • I am happy to discuss budgets, as all event requirements are different.

  • If an overnight stay is needed, due to a very late finish or very early start, then this would be added to the cost.