Difference.
These two little Bijou tiles both have the same tangle, Munchin. The first tile, in the upper left, was done by scattering dots on the tile and then drawing the tangle in the traditional way. I added shading at the convergence of the lines for each small triangle.
For the second tile, I started in the center of the tile with one triangle. Then, I added each new triangle, growing off of the existing ones. The shading in each triangle was added at the far edge, where all the lines ended and are spread out.
Tiny bubbles (tiny bubbles) In the wine (in the wine) Make me happy (make me happy) Make me feel fine (make me feel fine)
Leon Pober Sorry, I just couldn’t resist!
Zentangle drawn on an Official Zentangle Tile using a black, Micron pen. Shading done with graphite pencil. Highlights created with white colored pencil and white acrylic paint pen.
We have learned to appreciate and focus on each thing, one stroke at a time.
I love this frame made from an Apprentice tile. I also really love the bijouism that was added to it by our guides! You can get your own collection of 24 bijouisms by following the link. The little tin actually contains two of each… one for you to keep and one to give away!
Zentangle drawn on a black Original Zentangle Apprentice tile using a white Sakura Gelly Roll.
What are these creatures we found hiding under the leaves? Each one is different, bearing fragmented patterns creating their own interpretation? It is our third day along this path. We’ve grown bolder, looking here and there and finding new things or changing the old.
Zentangle drawn on an Official Zentangle tile using a black, Micron pen. Shading done with graphite pencil.
Tangles: Articulated Molygon
Remembrance.
As we walk on this path, I am reminded to spend time with others I’m walking here with. The time will go so fast and we will, literally, be scattered to all the corners of the earth. But we will remember each other, and this special time here.
This beautiful, rosemary stem is drawn using the tangle Verdigogh. Rosemary is for rememberance. I wanted to add something to it, but I couldn’t decide what. Then I realized the Renaissance frame would be perfect. So this frame was drawn on July 3, 2018 and I set the tile from the CZT 30 Seminar in the center of it. I wanted to honor, treasure and remember my time there.
As our raft came to an island in the sea, we looked up and saw how close the stars appeared, twinkling through the openings in the tops of the giant plants. Looking down, I saw the small eddies and swirls left in the sand by the waves and small creatures. I think I’ll explore this island further.
Zentangle drawn on an Official Zentangle tile using a black, Pigma Micron pen. Shading done with graphite pencil. Highlights done with white colored pencil.
We’ve traded yesterday's spacial vortex for an ocean raft which we’re riding across the waves. So many ways to travel on this journey! I wonder what we will discover on the other side?
Zentangle drawn on an Official Zentangle Tile using a black, Micron pen. Shading done with graphite pencil.
Tangles: Cadent Knight's Bridge Shattuck
I think we’ve found a special dimension that warps time and space. As we go along for the ride, the plants along the side of the path start poking through here and there to remind us of where we’re going.
Zentangle drawn on an Official Zentangle tile using a black, Micron pen. Shading done with graphite pencil. Highlights done with white colored pencil.
Tangles: Flux Striping
The second day on our path we’re walking fast… faster than I am used to. I feel like I’m running to keep up with everyone else. Kind of out of breath and unable to slip into a rhythm.
This is our second tile. I’m so excited to see the mosaic we create together!
Zentangle drawn on an Official Zentangle tile using a black, Micron PN pen. Shading done with graphite pencil.
We all came to this particular path from different directions: locations, desires, experiences, expectations, dreams…
Now, we will travel together for a while. Each doing the same thing, but each doing it their own way.
This is our first step on this journey.
My first tile from the CZT30 seminar!
Zentangle drawn on an Official Zentangle tile using a black, Micron pen. Shading done with graphite pencil.
Tangles: Crescent Moon Florz Hollibaugh Printemps
This little Bijou tile is going into my tangle index book. It shows a hybrid between Well and Florz. I like the way, when it is shaded, it looks like it is woven!
Zentangle drawn on an Official Zentangle Bijou tile using a black, Micron pen. Shading done with graphite pencil.
Tangles: florz well fwell
Unfortunately, no time for tangling yesterday. I spent the day putting together kits for teaching classes! I’m really looking forward to sharing Zentangle with new students.
Even after 8 years, teaching still excites me. I love watching the students discover that they CAN tangle and create beautiful works of art, even if they thought they couldn’t. It always surprises and delights.
One of the things I love about tan tiles is the ability to add both shades of grey and white highlights. In addition, these tiles are perfect for both brown, black and even white ink, creating lots of variety. All of these factors, added together take simple tangles to a much more sophisticated level!
Zentangle drawn on a tan Official Zentangle 3Z tile using black and brown, Pigma Micron pens. Shading done with graphite pencil. Highlights done with white charcoal pencil.
If you are in the Phoenix metro area, you can take a beginner’s Zentangle class from me!
Introduction to Zentangle Class with Tandika Star, CZT (Certified Zentangle Teacher) Zentangle is a simple-to-learn, relaxing, meditative way to create beautiful art by drawing structured patterns, one stroke at a time. Unlike other art forms, there is no preplanning, experience or mistakes in Zentangle.
In the introduction to Zentangle Class, you will learn the philosophy, method and approach to creating Zentangle art. You’ll walk away with a completed tile, an understanding of the Zentangle Method, the knowledge of how to create several tangles, shading techniques, all needed basic supplies and a resource list that will have you up and tangling and wanting to know more.
We missed celebrating Father’s Day on the actual day because we were in Providence at the CZT30 Seminar. So we celebrated yesterday. One of the things we did was to go to the Musical Instrument Museum . It is one of our favorite places to go because you learn about geography, history, music, and art all rolled into one.
While my husband was walking around looking at the instruments, I spent a lot of time taking pictures of things that resembled tangles. I deliberately tried to find ones that were simple, although I also took lots of pictures of more complex art.
Now, it’s a stroll along the path. This tile is simply Purk. It’s like finding a familiar stone along the way. Comfortable. Fun!
Zentangle drawn on an Official Zentangle Bijou tile using a black, Micron pen. Shading done with graphite pencil.
Tangles: Purk
This amazing Zenbutton was created by Amanda! I love the tangle she used around the outside edge!
Zentangle drawn on an Official Zentangle tile, using blue and black, Micron pens. Shading done with colored pencil.
Tangles: Fragment C15 Fragment L16 Fragment B11
This tile has been sitting in my drawer, partially done, for months. I found it when I was looking for unfinished tiles.
For some reason, when I first added the Squirmy tangle to a few sections, I really didn’t like it, and felt like I had ruined it.
When I pulled it out yesterday, I thought, “Why didn’t I finish this? It’s not bad!” So I added more Squirmy and finished filling in all the sections with Hypnotic. I used both Copic markers and graphite for the shading. And added a bit of white pencil highlights.