Preparation
01 · Define the objective
02 · Prepare materials
- Paper or whiteboards.
- Markers, colored pencils, or pens.
- Optional: digital sketching tools, such as Jamboard or Miro, for online collaboration.
03 · Set up the workspace
Step-by-step instructions
1
Introduce the purpose
- Explain that sketching is a tool to visually represent ideas, not an artistic drawing exercise.
- Show examples of simple sketches (basic shapes, diagrams, icons) to inspire confidence in participants.
2
Define the focus
- Present the topic or problem to be addressed.
- Example: "How can we improve the user experience in this application?"
3
Individual sketching
- Give each participant time to create quick sketches of their ideas or proposals.
- Encourage focusing on visual clarity rather than artistic details.
4
Sharing and discussion
- Participants share their sketches with the group, explaining their ideas in under 2 minutes.
- Encourage constructive feedback and questions to clarify concepts.
5
Collective creation
- Combine the best ideas or highlighted concepts from individual sketches into a single group design.
- Participants collaborate to integrate ideas into a more complete collaborative sketch.
6
Reflection and closing
- Review the final result and discuss how the collaborative sketch can guide the next steps in the project.
- Document individual and group sketches for future reference.
Materials
Blank paper, large sheets, or whiteboards
Markers, pencils, and/or colored pens
Digital tools
Platforms
For virtual sessions or collaborative documentation.
Practical recommendations
Encourage creativity
Remind participants that they don't need to be artists; they just need to express their ideas clearly.
Simplify the topic
Break complex problems into smaller components to make sketching easier.
Facilitate dialogue
Promote questions and feedback during the sharing of sketches.
Document the results
Take photos or save the sketches online for future reference.
