Digital or Paper?

When planning a conference, workshop, or strategy session, one question often comes up: Should I use digital or paper graphic recording? Both options capture ideas visually in real time, but each has its strengths depending on your event goals and format.

Paper Graphic Recording

• Done on large boards or rolls of paper during the event

• Creates a tangible, physical visual that participants can gather around

• Works especially well for workshops, team sessions, and live conferences

• Provides a strong visual impact that feels interactive and immediate

Digital Graphic Recording

• Done on a tablet or digital screen and often projected live

• Ideal for online events, webinars, or hybrid conferences

• Easy to share instantly with remote participants or on social media

• Allows quick refinement and high-resolution export for reports or marketing materials

Which should you choose?

• If your event is in-person and you want participants to interact directly with the visuals, paper graphic recording is perfect.

• If your event is online, hybrid, or needs instant digital sharing, digital graphic recording is the best choice.

• Many event organizers combine both: drawing live on paper for participants to see in the room, then digitizing the visual afterward for distribution.

At conferences and workshops across Austria and Europe, both digital and paper graphic recording help participants understand complex ideas, stay engaged, and remember key insights. A professional graphic recorder can advise which method works best for your specific event.

Want to see which option is right for your next event? Contact us today to discuss your conference, workshop, or strategy session and create a visual summary that leaves a lasting impact.