Germes & SketchyGuy
Germes Germes
SketchyGuy SketchyGuy
Germes Germes
Hey SketchyGuy, ever thought about how a rough pencil sketch can actually seal a deal faster than a polished PowerPoint? I've been wondering if the messy drafts you love might have a strategic edge.
SketchyGuy SketchyGuy
You bet, the rough sketch has a kind of raw honesty that a slick deck just can’t match. When you leave a few eraser smudges or a coffee stain on the page, it feels like the idea is living, breathing, and not just some polished number. I’ve seen clients pull the trigger on a half‑drawn character before they even saw a slide deck. The mess shows you’re thinking, not just talking. So yeah, keep those pencils handy; they’re the real deal‑makers.
Germes Germes
That’s a solid point—raw sketches do feel like a handshake in ink, not a handshake on a screen. But remember, the trick is to keep the mess in control; a coffee stain that’s too dark can make the line vanish, and nobody wants a character that can’t be seen. Keep the smudges intentional, and you’ll have clients buying the story before the slide deck even slides in.
SketchyGuy SketchyGuy
You’re right, a coffee stain that’s a coffee stain. If it turns the whole page into a dark patch, you’ve basically lost your audience. I always keep a small container of water nearby just in case I need to wash a spot or two, and I make sure every smudge is on purpose—like a tiny accent that makes the line pop. Clients actually love that honest roughness; it’s like a secret handshake that says, “I’ve been here, I’ve tried this.” The slide deck can wait while the sketch already has them talking.
Germes Germes
Sounds like you’ve nailed the art of the “dirty secret” – a little controlled chaos that shows real effort. Keep that water bottle handy, and maybe add a quick wipe‑away spot before you hand it over, so the sketch stays sharp but still feels alive. That balance keeps the client hooked while you still have the deck ready for the next phase.
SketchyGuy SketchyGuy
That’s the sweet spot—keep the chaos but make it look like you meant it. A quick wipe, a splash of ink, and the sketch stays punchy. Clients love the vibe; the deck can finish up when they’re already hooked. Keep the water bottle, keep the smudges, and let the drawings do the talking.