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Sketchplanations makes complex ideas simple with clear, insightful sketches. Explore topics from science, creativity, psychology, and beyond explained in pictures.

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It was my goal to explain one thing a day for a year. With this one I cross half-way. Sincerely, thanks everyone for following. Ideas, suggestions, and motivation always very much appreciated.
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Clear the fog with a redeye

Espresso: steam forced through coffee grounds Filter coffee: water dripped through coffee grounds and a filter Americano: espresso topped up with water Redeye coffee: espresso topped up with filter coffee ⚡️ HT: Scott Carter
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Tips for visual recording: structure and organise information, write big and don't change people's words

When visual recording

Do: Structure and organise information as it’s said Do: Write big - aim for letters at least 2in high Don’t: Change people’s words Most of what I know about visual recording from Jump Associates and The Grove.
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Lessons from Lewis

Sharing our fears brings us closer Objects have no fixed purpose Smile at strangers
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Portemanteau food examples: tofurkey, turducken, cambozola

Portemanteau food

Some food portemanteau. Following on from the original portmanteau sketch, I love the words: Tofurkey, turducken, and cambozola.
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