The Zentangle Method is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way
to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. Almost
anyone can use it to create beautiful images. It increases focus
and creativity, provides artistic satisfaction. The Zentangle
Method is enjoyed all over this world across a wide range of
skills, interests and ages.
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With the Zentangle Method, anyone can create beautiful images
from repetitive patterns. It is easy to learn and easy to do. And
even though it is a specified series of steps, it results in a
creative expression that goes beyond its own rules.
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Creating Zentangle art provides a fun and lighthearted way to
relax and shift in focus and perspective. Nevertheless, it is quite
structured and organized so you can enjoy and benefit from an
activity.
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With our Zentangle Method we encourage you to not have a set
idea of your final result. Following this somewhat unusual
approach, your creation is not restricted by your
expectations.
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Repetitive, simple steps are part of the Zentangle Method.
These steps support relaxation, focus and inspiration. It can be a
wonderful daily ritual.
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Creating designs, manipulating symbols and putting pen to paper
is part of our human heritage. In a time of keyboards, computer
mice, and cell phones, the simple strokes that are part of the
Zentangle Method automatically engage you in timeless, basic
creativity.
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Everything you need to create beautiful Zentangle art can fit
in your pocket. This easy to learn method of relaxed focus can be
done almost anywhere, alone or in groups, without any special
abilities or costly equipment.
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By using a quality paper, pens and pencils you can ensure your
Zentangle creations will be a respected and treasured work of art.
Unlike other methods of relaxation and focus, you not only feel
good, you get a side effect of beautiful art to be appreciated and
collected for years to come.
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Zentangle is not limited by technology. Your creativity is not
directed by how someone elses standards, nor does it need batteries
or electricity. Your creativity is your only limit. The Zentangle
method has a way of increasing and inspiring expression of your
personal creativity.
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It is an empowering and uplifting experience to learn that you
can deliberately relax and intentionally direct your attention
while creating beautiful works of art.
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Relaxation Insomnia (creating Zentangle art before bedtime)
Self-esteem Inspiration Panic attacks (For fear of flying, during
takeoff and landing) Create beautiful works of art Nurture and
develop creative abilities Relieve stress Improve eye/hand
coordination Develop/rehabilitate fine motor skills Therapy Anger
management Early artist development and appreciation Increase
attention span and ability to concentrate Brainstorming Problem
Solving Stretching and warm-up for artists Mindfulness
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One day, Maria told Rick what she experienced as she drew
background patterns on a manuscript she was creating. She described
her feelings of timelessness, freedom and well-being and complete
focus on what she was doing with no thought or worry about anything
else. "You're describing meditation," Rick said. Rick and Maria
wondered if they could create a simple system so others might enjoy
a similar experience. And so began the journey towards discovering
this simple and elegant system called the Zentangle Method. Little
did they know then that it would grow this quickly and touch as
many lives in as many ways as it has.
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There are so many! There are so many!
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For todays lesson you will be given a Zentangle template. Your
job is to fill the entire shape up with as many patterns as you can
think of. You may want to use the Zentangle patterns handout for
inspiration but should not feel limited to those patterns alone!
Good Luck and Happy Tangling!
