Zentangle ® is a method of drawing developed by Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas. It’s a meditative art form that is easy-to-learn, relaxing, and a fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. Learn more by visiting their site at www.zentangle.com
This is an art form that can be done by almost anyone! If you can draw a line, a dot, a circle and a curved line then you can create zentangle art! No need to worry if your lines aren’t straight or your circles aren’t perfect. There is no up or down, no right or wrong way. People who have said that they “are no good at art” are often amazed with the beautiful images they create.
In addition to being fun and creative, many people who practice the art of zentangle find that as they draw they become more relaxed and focused, letting go of stress and worry.
Reasons you might want to try your hand at zentangle are:
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almost anyone can do it (seriously, if you can write your name you can do zentangle)
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it requires only a pencil, paper and pen
- it doesn’t take up a lot of space in your home
- it’s portable, fits in a purse or jacket pocket, you can take it with you anywhere
- it’s relaxing
- it’s creative
- it’s FUN!!