Hidde Douna
@growthbyvisuals
I turn complex ideas into hand-drawn visuals that actually stick — for educators, coaches, and thinkers.
Hey, I’m Hidde — based in the Netherlands, PhD, father of twins, and endlessly drawn to complexity. Not to live in it, but to untangle it.
About 1.5 years ago that turned into a hobby: becoming a visual simplifier. I take the ideas that are hard to explain and turn them into hand-drawn visuals that create ‘Aha!’ moments that stick.
I equip coaches and therapists in 1:1 sessions, and teachers in the classroom, with visual tools that do more than explain—they travel. Through my Visual Collections, these insights stay with the client or student digitally and physically, ensuring breakthroughs stick long after the session or lesson ends.
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Visual Practitioner Collection
For coaches & therapists · 20 visuals + prompts · New
Visual Playbook Collection
For teachers & educators · No-prep guides · Popular
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Common questions
Can I use these visuals with my clients or students?
Yes, absolutely—provided you have the right license. I built these collections to make licensing easy: the Visual Practitioner Collection covers coaches and therapists, while the Visual Playbook Collection covers teachers and educators. Both include a lifetime license for your specific professional field.
Outside of these curated collections, a separate license must be obtained for each individual visual you wish to use professionally.
Do you ship printed posters?
Yes. Individual visuals are available as premium printed posters delivered to your door, as well as instant digital downloads. Visit the shop to see all options.
Do you take on commission work?
Yes, selectively. Because this is not my full-time job, I only take on one commission project per month, with a minimum investment of $1,000. I only work on projects that are high-impact and worth dedicating the proper time and quality to (for both parties). If that sounds like yours, reach out at info@growthbyvisuals.com.
