Wendy MacNaughton
Graphic Journalist & Illustrator | Telling Untold Stories Through Art
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Wendy MacNaughton transforms overlooked narratives into powerful visual stories through her unique approach to graphic journalism. Based in San Francisco, she has published eleven books, including three New York Times best-sellers that illuminate the human experience through illustration and social documentation.
Her art has graced prestigious publications like The New York Times, NPR, and Time Out NY, bridging journalism, art, and social work. MacNaughton's work goes beyond traditional storytelling, using visual narratives to give voice to marginalized communities and reveal the extraordinary in ordinary lives.
Her keynotes inspire audiences to see the world through a more compassionate, visually nuanced lens.
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The art of paying attention
In an invitation to slow down and look at the world around you, graphic journalist Wendy MacNaughton illustrates how drawing can spark deeply human, authentic connections. Ready to try? Grab a pencil and join MacNaughton for this delightful talk. "Drawing is looking, and looking is loving," she says.
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