This year I will be stepping back my teaching a bit. I will likely do a couple of classes at both University Art and Elk Grove Fine Art Center, however nothing is set in stone at this point.
That being said, if you want to learn Zentangle or have a specific tangle skill or technique you want to learn, you can reach out to me to discuss a one-on-one or private party class. One-on-one sessions can be at a local spot in Elk Grove or online via Zoom. Private Party classes can be done at your home or business in the Sacramento area. My classes are always $35/person.
Any classes that I teach at University Art or Elk Grove Fine Art Center will be posted here.
Basics Classes
If you have just heard about Zentangle, been working through the many books out there, or have been tangling for years, this Basics class is just for you. You will get the history of Zentangle and we will work thru the 8 Steps of the method as you learn up to 8 tangles and complete 1-2 tiles. There is absolutely no experience required. You do not need to know how to draw. With this step-by-step pattern drawing method, there are no mistakes. Learning from a Certified Zentangle Teacher in person is a unique experience and you will soon be completely in love and crazy for Zentangle.
Basics TileHollibaugh, Printemps, Cubine and Crescent Moon tangles
Beyond Basics Classes
Zentangle Basics is a pre-requisite for each of these classes.
Please see previous blog posts for descriptions on the Beyond Basics classes you can request.
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I am ready to start the new year with some in-person Zentangle classes! Please come with me on this journey. I look forward to bringing you into the wonderful world of Zentangle if you are brand new to this art process. If you are already hooked, I hope to bring new techniques, tangles and enjoyment to your practice. Keep checking back as classes will be added throughout the year and space is limited at each venue to increase social distancing.
I teach at two locations:
University Art, 2601 J Street, Sacramento
Cost: $35, materials included
Time: 12:30pm to 3:30pm
Dates: Below
Sign up: Click on the 'Register for Class' button on the right.
Elk Grove Fine Arts Center, 9683 Elk Grove-Florin Rd, Elk Grove, 916.685.5992
Cost: $35, materials included
Time: 11:00am to 2:00pm
Dates: Below
Sign up: Follow the link for the Elk Grove Fine Arts Center or call them at 916.685.5992.
Basics Classes
If you have just heard about Zentangle, been working through the many books out there, or have been tangling for years, this Basics class is just for you. You will get the history of Zentangle and we will work thru the 8 Steps of the method as you learn up to 8 tangles and complete 1-2 tiles. There is absolutely no experience required. You do not need to know how to draw. With this step-by-step pattern drawing method, there are no mistakes. Learning from a Certified Zentangle Teacher in person is a unique experience and you will soon be completely in love and crazy for Zentangle.
Date | Location |
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March 27th | University Art |
September 25th | University Art |
Basics TileHollibaugh, Printemps, Cubine and Crescent Moon tangles
Beyond Basics
Zentangle Basics is a pre-requisite for each of these classes.
If you are ready to stretch your Zentangle practice and learn new techniques, these classes are for you.
Map Tangling
We will be using a specific method to invite watercolor onto the tile (yes, you read that correctly, I said COLOR). After it dries, we will tangle on top of the color in a certain way that has become known in the Zentangle world as Map Tangling.
Date | Location |
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January 23rd | University Art Center |
Map TanglingLet's add watercolor to a tile and then have some tangle fun!
Tea Stains
This is a wonderfully creative way to give your string life! We will create a string using tea to stain our tiles. Then we will tangle using that string as inspiration. We will also be tangling directly on used tea bags!
Date | Location |
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February 19th | Elk Grove Fine Arts Center |
May 22nd | University Art |
Tea StainsUsing tea, we will stain the tiles to create a beautiful string to hold our tangles.
Tea Bag TanglingTea Bag Tangling
Found Poetry
This is one of my new favorite things to do with Zentangle. I will supply a page from a book and you will choose words from that page that speak to you. After that, we will tangle around the words, shade the paper to make the words pop, and tadah, you will have a beautiful Found Poetry piece.
Date | Location |
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July 31st | University Art |
Found PoetryUse found words to create poetry and then add to that with Zentangle.
Pumpkins
Um, yes! The most creative class of the year. I provide you with craft pumpkins and colored IdentiPens to draw on them. We practice a bunch of Halloween type tangles on paper first. Then we talk about how you want to map out your string on the pumpkin. Once that's done, it's all about putting the ink on that pumpkin. This class is so much fun!
Date | Location |
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October 23rd | University Art |
Pumpkin WorkshopLet's have fun with spooky tangles!
* November/December - No Classes scheduled.
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Class: Zentangle Basics Class
Date: October 17, 2021
Time: 12:30pm to 3:30pm
Place: University Art, 2601 J Street, Sacramento
Cost: $35, materials included
Sign up: Click on the 'Register for Class' button on the right and then click on the Zentangle Basics Class item to register and pay.
I am limited to 8 students due to social distancing protocol, so don't wait too long to sign up.
Zentangle Basics Class
If you have just heard about Zentangle, been working through the many books out there, or have been tangling for years, this Basics class is just for you. You will get the history of Zentangle and we will work thru the 8 Steps of the method as you learn up to 8 tangles and complete 1-2 tiles. There is absolutely no experience required. You do not need to know how to draw. With this step-by-step pattern drawing method, there are no mistakes. Learning from a Certified Zentangle Teacher in person is a unique experience and you will soon be completely in love and crazy for Zentangle.
I look forward to bringing you in to the wonderful world of Zentangle!
Tidbit: I plan to teach once a month beginning in January. So if I don't see you this time, stay tuned for more dates in the future.
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I look forward to bringing you into the wonderful world of Zentangle. If you are already hooked, I hope to bring new techniques, tangles and enjoyment to your practice.
I teach at two locations:
University Art, 2601 J Street, Sacramento
Cost: $35, materials included
Time: 12:30pm to 3:30pm
Dates: Below
Sign up: Click on the 'Register for Class' button on the right.
Elk Grove Fine Arts Center, 9683 Elk Grove-Florin Rd, Elk Grove, 916.685.5992
Cost: $35, materials included
Time: Noon to 3:00pm
Dates: Below
Sign up: Follow the link for the Elk Grove Fine Arts Center or call them at 916.685.5992.
Basics Classes
If you have just heard about Zentangle, been working through the many books out there, or have been tangling for years, this Basics class is just for you. You will get the history of Zentangle and we will work thru the 8 Steps of the method as you learn up to 8 tangles and complete 1-2 tiles. There is absolutely no experience required. You do not need to know how to draw. With this step-by-step pattern drawing method, there are no mistakes. Learning from a Certified Zentangle Teacher in person is a unique experience and you will soon be completely in love and crazy for Zentangle.
Date | Location |
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January 18th | Elk Grove Fine Arts Center |
January 26th | University Art |
March 21st | Elk Grove Fine Arts Center - CANCELLED |
April 26th | University Art - CANCELLED |
August 15th | Elk Grove Fine Arts Center - CANCELLED |
August 30th | University Art - CANCELLED |
Basics TileHollibaugh, Printemps, Cubine and Crescent Moon tangles
Beyond Basics
Zentangle Basics is a pre-requisite for all of these classes.
If you are ready to stretch your Zentangle practice and learn new techniques, these classes are for you. I will be teaching several new classes this year that I'm sure you will enjoy.
Bijou Tips/Tricks
We will be working on our smaller 2" tiles in white, tan, black and the new GRAY! We will be adding some decorative spice to enhance your tangles, talking about shading, and using different pens, chalk pencils and other tools to make your tiles pop.
Date | Location |
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February 15th | Elk Grove Fine Arts Center |
Bijou Tips/TricksLet's take Bijou for a spin and learn some new techniques.
Found Poetry
This is one of my new favorite things to do with Zentangle. I will supply a page from a book and you will choose words from that page that speak to you. After that, we will tangle around the words, shade the paper to make the words pop, and tadah, you will have a beautiful Found Poetry piece.
Date | Location |
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February 23rd | University Art |
April 18th | Elk Grove Fine Arts Center- CANCELLED |
Found PoetryUse found words to create poetry and then add to that with Zentangle.
Tea Stains
This is a wonderfully creative way to give your string life! We will create a string using tea to stain our tiles. Then we will tangle using that string as inspiration.
Date | Location |
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May 16th | Elk Grove Fine Arts Center - CANCELLED |
May 31st | University Art - CANCELLED |
Tea StainsUsing tea, we will stain the tiles to create a beautiful string to hold our tangles.
Romanancy Style on Renaissance Tiles
You are going to love the look you get with this style. We add a few lines, draw a few fragmented tangles and then the magic happens. When we add the shading and highlights, right before your eyes your tile is transformed into columns of art!
Date | Location |
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June 20th | Elk Grove Fine Arts Center - CANCELLED |
June 28th | University Art - CANCELLED |
Keith Haring Inspired Black Tiles
Keith Haring used bold, thick lines in his art. We will do the same as we work with white Gelly Roll® pens on black tiles. This is not your usual Zentangle class. We will stray from creating tangles and I will show you some strokes and designs you can use to create your own Haring-ish art tile. If you want to make a bold statement or just try something new, this will be a fun class.
Date | Location |
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July 26th | University Art - CANCELLED |
Keith Haring StyleUsing bold art lines, create a Keith Haring inspired tile.
Save the Dates!
So I am going to zenAgain in May! Rick, Maria, Molly, Martha and the rest of the Zentangle HQ team always shows us some really awesome techniques and usually a new tangle or two. So I am reserving the below dates for to pop in some classes that will be inspired by zenAgain.
Date | Location |
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July 18th | Elk Grove Fine Arts Center - CANCELLED |
September 19th | Elk Grove Fine Arts Center - CANCELLED |
September 27th | University Art - CANCELLED |
Pumpkins
Um, yes! The most creative class of the year. I provide you with craft pumpkins and colored IdentiPens to draw on them. We practice a bunch of Halloween type tangles on paper first. Then we talk about how you want to map out your string on the pumpkin. Once that's done, it's all about putting the ink on that pumpkin. This class is so much fun!
Date | Location |
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October 17th | Elk Grove Fine Arts Center - CANCELLED |
October 25th | University Art - CANCELLED |
Pumpkin WorkshopLet's have fun with spooky tangles!
* November/December - No Classes scheduled.
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I learned some awesome new tangles and techniques at the CZT reunion, zenAgain2018, in November and I can't wait to teach you everything I have learned.
I teach at two locations:
University Art, 2601 J Street, Sacramento
Cost: $35, materials included
Time: 12:30pm to 3:30pm
Dates: Below
Elk Grove Fine Arts Center, 9683 Elk Grove-Florin Rd, Elk Grove, 916.685.5992
Cost: $35, materials included
Time: Noon to 3:00pm
Dates: Below
Saturday, January 12th - Renaissance (Tan) Tiles at Elk Grove Fine Arts Center
Zentangle Basics is a pre-requisite. Please visit the EGFAC website or call them at 916.685.5992 to sign up for this class.
The Renaissance tiles offer so much diversity. Please join me as I take you through black and brown pens, black and white pencils and we create magical tiles.
Renaissance (tan) TilesRenaissance (tan) Tiles
January 27th - Zentangle Basics at University Art
If you have just heard about Zentangle, been working thru the many books out there, or have been tangling for years, this Basics class is just for you. You will get the history of Zentangle, we will go thru the 8 Steps of the method as you learn up to 8 tangles and complete 1-2 tiles. There is absolutely no experience required. You do not need to know how to draw. With this step-by-step pattern drawing method, there are no mistakes. Learning from a CZT in person is a unique experience and you will soon be completely in love and crazy for Zentangle.
Zentangle BasicsInk and charcoal is all you need
Saturday, February 9th - Zentangle Basics at Elk Grove Fine Arts Center
Please visit the EGFAC website or call them at 916.685.5992 to sign up for this class.
If you have just heard about Zentangle, been working thru the many books out there, or have been tangling for years, this Basics class is just for you. You will get the history of Zentangle, we will go thru the 8 Steps of the method as you learn up to 8 tangles and complete 1-2 tiles. There is absolutely no experience required. You do not need to know how to draw. With this step-by-step pattern drawing method, there are no mistakes. Learning from a CZT in person is a unique experience and you will soon be completely in love and crazy for Zentangle.
February 24th - 3D Stand-Up Tiles at University Art
Zentangle Basics is a pre-requisite.
I just saw this technique at zenAgain2018 and immediately knew I had to teach a class...lucky you! These 3D Stand-Up tiles are super easy to make and have tangles on both sides of the tile. You will learn the newest tangles from my retreat and make these cool 3D tiles.
3D Stand-up Tile3.5" Zentangle Tile
3D Stand-up Tile3.5" Zentangle Tile
3D Stand-up Tile3.5" Zentangle Tile
Saturday, March 9th - Black Tiles with Color at Elk Grove Fine Arts Center
Zentangle Basics is a pre-requisite. Please visit the EGFAC website or call them at 916.685.5992 to sign up for this class.
Using white pens and colored chalk pencils, we draw on black Zentangle tiles. If you love contrast and dramatic results, this workshop is one you won't want to miss.
Black Tile with ColorWhite ink with colored chalk pencils
March 31st - DingBatz & DingSplatz at University Art
Zentangle Basics is a pre-requisite.
DingBatz & its new relative DingSplatz are the newest rage among Tanglers. In the typography world, "dingbats" are a type of scrolled printer's ornament normally added to cards and stationary. Maria has turned that little gem into a small, self-contained frame that you can fill with tangles. I was at a seminar in October 2018 when Maria, Rick, Molly and Martha rolled out the new DingSplatz, which is a loopy-loop container for you favorite tangles. We will dibble and dabble with these two methods!
DingSplatzKnightsbridge tangle
Saturday, April 13th - Frame Tiles at Elk Grove Fine Arts Center
Zentangle Basics is a pre-requisite. Please visit the EGFAC website or call them at 916.685.5992 to sign up for this class. Starting with a regular Zentangle tile, we will create a frame for smaller Bijou tiles or a small picture. You will be excited to see just how many tangles make great frameworks.
Frame TileRegular Tile with Bijou
April 28th - Zentangle Basics at University Art
See description for January 27th.
Saturday, May 18th - Zentangle Basics at Elk Grove Fine Arts Center
Please visit the EGFAC website or call them at 916.685.5992 to sign up for this class.
If you have just heard about Zentangle, been working thru the many books out there, or have been tangling for years, this Basics class is just for you. You will get the history of Zentangle, we will go thru the 8 Steps of the method as you learn up to 8 tangles and complete 1-2 tiles. There is absolutely no experience required. You do not need to know how to draw. With this step-by-step pattern drawing method, there are no mistakes. Learning from a CZT in person is a unique experience and you will soon be completely in love and crazy for Zentangle.
May 26th - Renaissance (Tan) Tiles at University Art
Zentangle Basics is a pre-requisite.
The Renaissance tiles offer so much diversity and I have new tricks up my sleeve! Maria taught us a new technique at zenAgain2018 that she called, 'Marginalia". I'm excited to show you what it's all about. Please join me as I take you through black and brown pens, black and white pencils and we create magical tiles.
Renaissance (tan) tileMarginalia Method
Saturday, June 15th - Renaissance (Tan) Tiles at Elk Grove Fine Arts Center
Zentangle Basics is a pre-requisite. Please visit the EGFAC website or call them at 916.685.5992 to sign up for this class.
The Renaissance tiles offer so much diversity. Please join me as I take you through black and brown pens, black and white pencils and we create magical tiles.
Renaissance (tan) TilesRenaissance (tan) Tiles
June 30th - Zentangle Batik Style at University Art
Zentangle Basics is a pre-requisite.
Batik is a technique of wax-resist dyeing applied to cloth which originated in Indonesia. We will use Sakura Glaze pens as a resist on our Zentangle tiles and then add some color. This is another new technique I learned at zenAgain2018 that I am sure you will love.
July 28th - Zendala & Chakra at University Art
Joined by my wonderful friend and yogi, Ann DaPrato of Rise Wellness, we will use a Zendala to draw out the Chakra's. I will take you thru the tangles, while Ann takes you thru the Chakra's. It's a match made in heaven and you don't want to miss it.
Zendala & ChakraExploring the Chakra, Zentangle Style
**ADDED BASICS CLASS - NEW LOCATION**
Sunday, August 11th - Zentangle Basics at Just for Fun Art
Please sign up for this class by following this link: Register for Class. Just for Fun Art is located inside 'Balloon Creations by Carolyn' at: 4700 Northgate Blvd #155, Sacramento, CA 95834. The class is from Noon to 3pm.
If you have just heard about Zentangle, been working thru the many books out there, or have been tangling for years, this Basics class is just for you. You will get the history of Zentangle, we will go thru the 8 Steps of the method as you learn up to 8 tangles and complete 1-2 tiles. There is absolutely no experience required. You do not need to know how to draw. With this step-by-step pattern drawing method, there are no mistakes. Learning from a CZT in person is a unique experience and you will soon be completely in love and crazy for Zentangle.
Saturday, August 17th - Sea of Zen at Elk Grove Fine Arts Center
Zentangle Basics is a pre-requisite. Please visit the EGFAC website or call them at 916.685.5992 to sign up for this class.
We are going to channel the artist Ernst Haeckel and draw a Zentangle inspired jellyfish.
August 25th - Zentangle Basics at University Art
If you have just heard about Zentangle, been working thru the many books out there, or have been tangling for years, this Basics class is just for you. You will get the history of Zentangle, we will go thru the 8 Steps of the method as you learn up to 8 tangles and complete 1-2 tiles. There is absolutely no experience required. You do not need to know how to draw. With this step-by-step pattern drawing method, there are no mistakes. Learning from a CZT in person is a unique experience and you will soon be completely in love and crazy for Zentangle.
Saturday, September 21st - Zentangle Basics at Elk Grove Fine Arts Center
Please visit the EGFAC website or call them at 916.685.5992 to sign up for this class.
If you have just heard about Zentangle, been working thru the many books out there, or have been tangling for years, this Basics class is just for you. You will get the history of Zentangle, we will go thru the 8 Steps of the method as you learn up to 8 tangles and complete 1-2 tiles. There is absolutely no experience required. You do not need to know how to draw. With this step-by-step pattern drawing method, there are no mistakes. Learning from a CZT in person is a unique experience and you will soon be completely in love and crazy for Zentangle.
September 29th - Labyrinth at University Art
Zentangle Basics is a pre-requisite.
My friend and fellow CZT, Dorian Eng, created an easy to follow method for creating a Zentangle labyrinth. I will use her method to guide you through making your very own. I can't wait to see what you come up with in this new workshop.
Picture coming!
Saturday, October 19th - Pumpkin Class at Elk Grove Fine Arts Center
Zentangle Basics is a pre-requisite. Please visit the EGFAC website or call them at 916.685.5992 to sign up for this class.
This is a favorite for many students. You will learn fun & spooky tangles and then use them on a craft pumpkin that you can use for many years to come.
October 27th - Pumpkin Class at University Art
Zentangle Basics is a pre-requisite.
This is a favorite for many students. You will learn fun & spooky tangles and then use them on a craft pumpkin that you can use for many years to come.
* November/December - No Classes scheduled.
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Where: University Art, 2601 J Street, Sacramento
Cost: $35, materials included
Time: 12:30pm to 3:30pm, free street parking
Dates: The following Sundays...
January 28th - Zentangle Basics
If you have just heard about Zentangle, been working thru the many books out there, or have been tangling for years, this Basics class is just for you. You will get the history of Zentangle, we will go thru the 8 Steps of the method as you learn 8 tangles and complete 1-2 tiles. There is absolutely no experience required. You do not need to know how to draw. With this step-by-step pattern drawing method, there are no mistakes. Learning from a CZT in person is a unique experience and you will soon be completely in love and crazy for Zentangle.
February 4th - Reticula & Fragments
If you have the 'Zentangle Primer vol 1' book, you know that Reticula & Fragments can lead to exciting patterns. For those that do not have the book, Reticula is a type of grid, but it doesn't have to be a square or rectangle. The definition is "a fine network or netlike structure." This is the net that lets you contain your Fragments. Fragments are pieces of tangles that you can turn this way and that to create very cool patterns. Joining me in your introduction to this great process is CZT Jodi Ballenger.
March 18th - Shades of Gray
CZT Sonya Yencer created a lesson called "14 Shades of Gray". I will guide you through this process which focuses on shading, gradation and attention to detail. And, you get to use an eraser without feeling guilty!
April 29th - Zentangle Basics
See description for January 28th.
June 24th - Morphing and Comingling Tangles
This class will help you let your tangles loose from their strings. Tangles will talk to each other and they will have deep conversations. Tangles will start out alone on one side of the tile and by the time they get to the other side, they will have many friends. You will morph one tangle into another and interweave different tangles. This is a very freeing class and will push your limits if you are used to drawing within the lines.
July 29th - Zendala & Chakra
Joined by my wonderful friend and yogi, Ann DaPrato of Rise Wellness, we will use a Zendala to draw out the Chakra's. I will take you thru the tangles, while Ann takes you thru the Chakra's. It's a match made in heaven and you don't want to miss it.
Saturday, August 18th - Zentangle Basics ADDED BASICS CLASS
This Basics class will be held at the Elk Grove Fine Arts Center from Noon to 3pm. Please go to their website to register for class.
August 26th - Zentangle Basics
See description for January 28th.
October 28th - Pumpkin Class
This is a favorite for many students. You will learn fun & spooky tangles and then use them on a craft pumpkin that you can use for many years to come.
November 11th - Cards & Tags (and more for the Holidays)
We will tangle cards and tags for all occasions, including getting a head start on the holiday season.
* May and December - No Classes scheduled.
Thanks so much for your support!
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This year we are switching from real pumpkins to craft pumpkins. Why? Because the real ones have a waxy coating and our pens do not like them at all. I have craft pumpkins in different colors and sizes waiting for your arrival on the day of class. First come, first serve!
As usual, I will have multi-colored Identi-pens for each table to share. We will start by tangling some new patterns and old favorites on practice pumpkin paper and then switch to the craft pumpkins when you are comfortable.
This is seriously the best class of the year, I hope you can make it!
Where: University Art, 2601 J Street, Sacramento
When: October 29th, 12:30pm to 3:30pm
Cost: $35 includes materials
**Zentangle experience is required**
Zentangle Craft PumpkinZentangle Craft Pumpkin
Tangle on!
K2
]]>The Traveling Tangle Project starts when Tangler A grabs a tile and starts it off with a border, a string, and a tangle or two. Then they send this tile to Tangler B who completes the tile by adding their own tangles. At the same time, Tangler B is starting off a new tile the same way to send it off to Tangler A. As far as shading, each tangler can shade their own tangles or the first Tangler can leave it up to second Tangler to shade the entire tile. The main rule is that when you receive a Traveling Tangle tile, you take a Before picture and when you are done you take an After picture, then send them both to me.
This collaboration is always exciting! We have Tanglers that like curvy lines paired up with Tanglers that like grids...think of the possibilities! There are Tanglers that use thick pens to draw, but what happens when that tile is sent to a Tangler that normally uses a thin pen? It's all magic and exciting!
If you want to join our Traveling Tangle Project, send me an email with your name and address and I will get you started.
Hover over each picture below for the tangler's names!
Enjoy!
Cynthia and LynneCynthia's start
Cynthia and LynneLynne's finish
Lynne and DebLynne's start
Lynne and DebDeb's finish
EllynRose and CynthiaEllynRose's start
EllynRose and CynthiaCynthia's finish
EllynRose and KimEllynRose's start
EllynRose and KimKim's finish
Jodi and DebJodi's start
Jodi and DebDeb's finish
EllynRose and LynneEllynRose's start
EllynRose and LynneLynne's finish
Kim and EllynRoseKim's start
Kim and EllynRoseEllynRose's finish
Lynne and CynthiaLynne's start
Lynne and CynthiaCynthia's finish
Lynne and EllynRoseLynne's start
Lynne and EllynRoseEllynRose's finish
Lynne and KimLynne's start
Lynne and KimKim's finish
Cynthia and LynneCynthia's start
Cynthia and LynneLynne's finish
First up is from the Holiday class at University Art. Unfortunately only one picture was taken as we were having such a tangling good time, but fortunately it shows a beautifully completed ornament and one in progress.
Zentangle Holiday OrnamentZentangle Holiday Ornament
Next up, a few young ladies at the Montessori school my friend Aimee teaches at sent me a request for a Basics class. It was a Friday night and we had a lot of fun! So much fun that I also received my first thank you note! Right back atcha Logan, Brianna and Kelly!
Montessori Basics TileLogan, Brianna, Kelly, Ana and Aimee
Montessori Bijou TileLogan, Brianna, Kelly, Ana and Aimee
Montessori Thank YouMontessori Thank You
Next up was a demo at the Dillard school in Wilton. They were having their annual art show displaying really fabulous art that the kids created. One of my student's, Tifany Cannon teaches there and invited me to demo. My table was full of young artists!
Dillard TileDillard Tile
Dillard Creative LetteringDillard Creative Lettering
It's been fun tangling in different locations and seeing new faces these past few months!
Next up is a Zentangle Basics class at University Art on J Street in Sacramento on February 26th. I hope to see you there!
Tangle On!
K2
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We started by learning some tangles and then practicing them on paper pumpkins. Then everyone grabbed their mini-pumpkin and had a tangling good time!
I think this class is my favorite and I look forward to it each year!
Check out the beautiful tangles everyone created...
Tangled Craft PumpkinBy Kim Kohler
Tangled Craft PumpkinBy Kim Kohler
Mini-Pumpkin TanglingBy Ellynrose
Mini-Pumpkin TanglingBy Deb
Mini-Pumpkin TanglingBy Ann
Tangles GaloreDeciding which tangles to use was tough!
Mini-Pumpkin TanglingTesting out multiple tangles!
Spooky TanglesBy Ann
Spooky TreatsFun Give-Aways to Tangle On
Wood Skull with 'N ZeppelBy Kim Kohler
Mini-Pumpkin TanglingBy Deb
Tangle On!
K2
]]>I had a great time teaching the last basics class of the year at University Art! These new Zentangle enthusiasts had a great time learning about the history of the Zentangle method while we created a regular 3.5" tile and a little Bijou 2" tile. There was much laughter in the entire process, which I love!
In fact, I have been having a flare up for almost 2 weeks and my hands and fingers hurt very badly. When the flare ups come on, it's hard to make me laugh. I wasn't sure I was going to be able to teach to the level I am used to normally. But the students and I connected right away and made me forget about the pain for 3 hours.
I am so grateful to have found Zentangle and to have had the opportunity to go to the Seminar in Rhode Island, meet Rick, Maria, Molly, Martha and the whole gang. I can't tell you how much it has enriched my life and helped me thru the hard days.
Anyway, here are the beautiful tiles they created. I think it's a great way to end the Basics for 2016!
Aquafleur on BijouUniversity Arts Basic Class
Crescent Moon, 'N Zeppel, Hollibaugh and Knights Bridge on 3.5" TileBasics Class at University Art
Coming up on October 23rd is the Great Pumpkin Zentangle Class!
Coming up on November 20th is the Holiday Ornament Class!
If you have taken the Basics from me or another CZT, email me to sign up for these classes!
Until next time, Tangle On!
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]]>Thank you to those who came to JoAnn’s Fabric in Elk Grove today for our first meet-up! It was an overwhelming success! We were sharing art, stories, new books and it was so fun that I did not even finish one tiny little tangle! We even had 3 CZT’s there: myself, Chris Leach and Jodi Ballenger!
It was an awesome class, full of challenges and inspiration. Let's talk about Paradox... This tangle always gives folks the heebie-jeebies, so I like to teach it and get them over the hill. We drew Tripoli inspired triangles and then filled some of them with Paradox. At the end, there were still some who loathed it, but more that loved it!
Then we used the Zen Stone to create a gray space on half of a tile. We used Flux and Courant on the black side and Flux and Ibex on the gray side. Finally, we grabbed a black Bijou tile and played with Panzee.
See below for class tiles as well as a couple of tiles sent to me after the class.
Photo/Artwork by Cynthia WhelanPhoto/Artwork by Cynthia Whelan
Black Tile MosaicBlack Tile Mosaic
Tripoli / Paradox MosaicTripoli / Paradox Mosaic
Flux / Courant / Ibex MosaicFlux / Courant / Ibex Mosaic
Photo/Artwork by Fanny CrousePhoto/Artwork by Fanny Crouse
Close-up of Flux / Ibex / CourantClose-up of Flux / Ibex / Courant
Close-up of Tripoli / ParadoxClose-up of Tripoli / Paradox
Thank you ladies for a wonderful afternoon!
Here are the beautiful results from the class....
Aquafleur on BijouAquafleur on Bijou
Tangle On!
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]]>The kids were awesome! I had two sisters who decided to try the class after their older sister had taken the basics from me. And I had two boys that really enjoyed themselves. I love it when kids start shading the tangles and the oohs and aahs come out!
I present their tiles to you!
Kids Zentangle TilesKids Zentangle Tiles
The adults that day were equally awesome! They were having a lot of fun and we even had enough time for TWO tiles!
First Adult TileFirst Adult Tile
Second Adult TileSecond Adult Tile
The next class at University Art had 7 folks, young and not as young. They all had a great time learning about Zentangle and then practicing their newly found art!
University Art TilesUniversity Art Tiles
I hope you like all of their spectacular art! Please go to the Zentangle page and check out upcoming classes for both Basics and Beyond.
Tangle On!
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]]>Almost all of the ladies in this basics class said they had never used the Zentangle art method before! At least one, had just seen the email blast from University Art (which displays a couple of my tiles) and said, what the heck, I'm going to take the class!
That's all it really takes to learn this wonderful, deliberate, meditative drawing process...a little curiosity, and about 3 hours. Trust me when I say the 3 hours flys by and you won't want to stop!
Take a look at this class' beautiful tiles! Then go to my Zentangle page and sign up for a class. You won't be sorry!
A regular tile is 3.5"x3.5" and we have used a 'Z' string to fit 4 awesome tangles (patterns). Tangles are: Hollibaugh, 'N Zeppel, Knights Bridge and Crescent Moon
First Basic TileFirst Basic Tile
The Bijou tile is 2"x2" and is just the right size for a mono-tangle (single tangle pattern on one tile). We used a tangleation of Aquafleur for these tiles. A tangleation is when you draw a tangle with your own twist on it.
Bijou - AquafleurBijou - Aquafleur
I'd love to see you at my next Basics class. You need to take the Basics class to then take the Beyond classes. I've got some great Beyond classes coming up too: Black Tiles, real pumpkins for Halloween, ornaments and cards for the holidays...you don't want to miss it!
]]>We were asked if we wanted to be in a video about what ZT means to us, so I volunteered. I've been waiting patiently to see if they would put it up on their YouTube channel and it finally happened!
Here is 'A Conversation with Kim Kohler, CZT'
Please visit www.zentangle.com and sign up for the newsletter. You will receive step-outs for new tangles and information about upcoming events, and news from the Zentangle world...which is VAST!
Note: I was going to do a separate blog about the new products that ZTHQ is coming out with, but I can't good pictures of them. If you are interested, keep an eye on the Zentangle website above and click on NEW items. I will have some samples at my next class if you want to see them in person!
Tangle On!
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]]>I looked at some of the beautiful work others were doing online and started to think about my lesson plan, then I remembered that Molly created a lesson plan for Zendalas, so I scurried on over to HQ, zentangle.com. I followed her lesson with a few alterations and lo and behold, I had created not one, but two Zendalas and they were awesome!
The students really loved creating their own Zendalas and I think they turned out beautifully! Below, you can see the first tiles that they created.
By the way, ladies, if you have finished your second tile, please share it with me so I can add it to this post!
Keep Calm and Tangle On!
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]]>Anyway, let's get on with it shall we!
On 03.12.16 I taught a Basics class at University Art. We had a tangling good time! I usually use the same tangles for Basics, but I threw cadent in there and it went over very well. Lots of fun!
Zentangle Class TileZentangle Class Tile
On 04.03.16 I taught a private class for teachers at the Shalom School in Sacramento. It was quite a bit of fun! I definitely changed up the Basics tangles as Nancy and Ruthie had taken the Yoga class already and Nancy had also taken a Basics class before with me. Oh, yes, Nancy is HOOKED on Zentangle...specifically Bijou! That reminds me, I need to wrap up more Bijou tiles for the Beyond class coming up because these ladies just about cleaned me out!
Basics Class TilesBasics Class Tiles
And finally, I had a class on 04.16.16 at the Wackford Community Center in Elk Grove. Small class of two, but that just made it nice and intimate. Brynn and Savannah (8) did a great job on their tiles! Savannah is thinking about coming to the Zendala class next Sunday at University Art! Another student HOOKED on Zentangle. I just LOVE it!
Basics Class TilesBasics Class Tiles
Bijou Tile: AquafleurBijou Tile: Aquafleur
I PROMISE to do the blog more timely after the Zendala class! Until next time, Tangle On!
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]]>It's obvious that Zentangle and Yoga are a perfect duet! Ann likes to call Zentangle a Moving Meditation and I can't agree with her more.
We had a small class of 6, and after a brief introduction to Zentangle, Ann led the class in some breathing and stretching. Then I took over and we started our first tile. After a few tangles, we switched back to Ann for more fantastic stretching and breathing exercises which really kept everyone nice and loose for more drawing. We went on like that until the tile was finished!
A student, Nancy, who has been in a prior class of mine, brought some of her wonderful Bijou art to show. Everyone was drawn to her Phicops tangle! So when we were done with our last stretch, I asked her to be a guest teacher and show everyone how she creates this beautiful tangle. The results were awesome as you can see by the pictures.!
As always, it was a nice relaxing day with Zentangle and Yoga.
Moving Meditation with Zentangle & Yoga: TilesMoving Meditation with Zentangle & Yoga: Tiles
Namaste,
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We had a small and wonderful class at University Art on Feb 28th. Apparently UA forgot to send out an e-blast to remind folks about the class...usually I'm full up with about 18 students! It was kind of fun teaching only 6 students!
Here are their Basics tiles and bottle cap magnets that they made!
Bottle cap magnetsBottle cap magnets
Tangle On!
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]]>I'm glad blogs are about writing cause my voice is gone. You know you've had a good class when all you can think about is getting home to a nice tall glass of water and not talking for the rest of the night.
And the art was amazing, as you can see by the below. It's so much fun to see how differently people express themselves even though they were all following the same instructions. I just love it.
Enjoy the picture, and for any of my tanglers from today, if you want to send in a picture of your Bijou tile, please do and I will add it to the post.
Tangle On!
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Debra's BijouAquafluer
Paula's BijouAquafleur
Paula's Bijou 2Arukas, Printemps, 'N Zeppel, Knight's Bridge
The folks taking the class (11 of them!), had mostly only heard of ZT thru Deb and almost none had tried it before. After the class, most of them were hooked and Deb and I were both thrilled....but I think Deb was a little more thrilled. As her guests were leaving, she was handing out presents for them all and talking about a private Beyond Basics class for their next play date.
Thanks for the bookmark Deb, it's awesome!
It was a great day with great art and once again, lots of new tanglers in awe of the tiles they created One Stroke at a Time®.
Until next time..... Tangle On!
]]>I taught a bunch of different tangles: Diva Dance Rock n Roll, Binial, Snowzags (with some Zendangles), Auraknot, Tripoli, Cosmo, Sprinkle, Laces and by special request Aquafleur.
Stay tuned for pictures, they are coming!
Until next time, Tangle On!
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]]>It was definitely a different class for me and I wish we would have had 4 hours instead of 3 because I was having so much fun. I hope to see these ladies at a future Beyond class!
Here are their beautiful tiles, enjoy!
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]]>Then about half way thru the class, I switched it to a more organic process and had the students tell me tangles they wanted me to demonstrate. They could also go thru my books and learn new tangles, and I helped where needed or answered questions. It was a great class with a bunch of great ladies!
Some of the tangles we used: Betweed, Paradox, Diva Dance Rock n Roll, Flux, Cadent, Kinetic, Rain.
Thank you all for a great class!!
The practice paper and other pictures of the ladies and their prized pumpkins!
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I taught a wonderful group of ladies today at the Wackford Community Center in Elk Grove. I just love the "Aha" moments and the glimmer in the eyes when students realize that, YES, they CAN actually draw and it looks fabulous!
There were a couple of hard life stories shared at the end of class, and I can only hope that those ladies will get some relief and comfort from practicing Zentangle. Take time for yourselves each day to sit down, breathe, and if it feels right....tangle.
Enjoy the tiles below and until next time....
Tangle On!
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]]>It was such a good class too with so many wonderful artists! We had some kidlets and some more seasoned artists and everyone did a fantastic job on their tiles as you can see below! A couple of the kids pooped out midstream...the younger folks just can't hang with a 3 hour class even if it's something as fun as Zentangle. I usually do a 2 hour class for the under 12 folks, but if the parents think they can handle 3 hours, they are more than welcomed. I don't teach different tangles for the youngsters, we just use different supplies.
Anyhoo, below are the beautiful tiles and also a fun pic I snapped. Toward the end of the class, I went over to help the kids and found this beautiful montage of drawings on the paper covering the table! The oldest girl was not only keeping up with her tangled tile I was teaching, but she was also creating this artful statement!
Until next time....Oh, that's next Saturday!
Tangle On!
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Ladies - Thank you so much for coming to my class! I forgot to get your email addresses, so if you are reading this and want to stay in touch for future classes, please send me your email address.
Here is the first tile the ladies drew and then their first Bijou tile, using Aquafleur!
Thanks and Tangle On!
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]]>Thank you Judy for hosting a wonderful and entertaining night! I look forward to seeing all of you lovely ladies in a future Beyond Basics class (or in Africa, whichever comes first). :)
We started the night with the basics and ended with Aquafleur on a Bijou tile.
Until next time, Tangle On!
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]]>If you are interested in taking a class, please head on over to the blog and check out the new dates I just posted. There is a Basics class on Sept 27th that is almost full.
And lo and behold, I have even found time for a couple of Beyond Basics classes. The first one will be in October and we will be tangling on Pumpkins! That's right! So if you want to take the October class, you better get busy and sign up for a basics class, because it's required.
Here are the beautiful tiles that my students created in last Sunday's class. It makes my heart happy to see such beauty and to hear how happy they are after learning Zentangle!
Tangle On!
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]]>When I started teaching Zentangle, Ann was one of my first students. A few days after the class she told me that she had an idea growing that would combine yoga with Zentangle. Well, we finally made it happen!
On August 8th, we held an awesome class at her studio! We started with the history of Zentangle, then Ann took over for some gentle yoga stretching and short meditation. After we completed the tiles below, Ann stepped in again to keep us all centered. We ended the break with about 10 Om's (I don't really remember how many there were, but it was awesome!). Then we completed a Bijou tile using Aquafleur.
Below are the first tiles. If anyone from the class is willing, send me a picture of your Bijou tile. I'd love to add it to this blog.
Tangle On!
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]]>Well, I took a few days to get more comfortable with Rennies and then invited a few of my students to come play with me! I have to tell you, it does take a little bit longer to construct a Rennie tile than a regular white tile. But we had a lot of fun making these awesome art tiles!
Ladies - I was impressed with your focus and your joyful attitudes. Thank you so much for making class so fun!
Until next time..... Tangle On!
]]>The tiles below are from a Basics class at UArts on June 28th.
If you haven't taken a class yet, check out the Zentangle page and pick one! It's a great experience that will be with you long after the class is over.
Tangle on,
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]]>Anyhoo, I taught a class of fabulous ladies on May 31st at University Arts in Sacramento. We had a great time! In fact, we had such a great time, I'm going to be teaching another Zentantle Basics class there on June 28th. Be sure to check out the Zentangle page of my website for information on how to sign up.
Here are the fantastic tiles that the ladies produced!
This next tile is from Cynthia. She finished the second tile we started in the class and wanted to share. It's fantastic!
Thanks for stopping by! If you have not yet taken a Zentangle Basics class, please do! There is an upcoming Renaissance Tile class that you don't want to miss, and the Basics class is a pre-requisite for it.
Until next time,
Tangle On!
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]]>Since we were a small class, the ladies had more input in what they wanted to learn. I brought out some of the tougher tangles and while some were hits, others got "boo'd" off stage!
Unfortunately, I did the unthinkable and forgot to take pictures. Stay tuned as I hope the ladies will forward pictures of their finished pieces to me so I can give credit where credit is due.
I am going to take April off to get some art finished. So stay tuned for a Basic class in May! And remember, if you want me to come to your house to teach you and your friends, just say the word and I'm there. I've been hearing rumblings about "Wine & Zentangle" and how great they go together!
04.06.15: UPDATE with student pictures....
Working with regular ZT tiles as frames for the smaller Bijou tiles!
Until next time, Tangle On!
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]]>Below are some tiles from the day!
I also added a new design to my CafePress store: Keep Calm & Tangle on!
You can get it on t-shirts, mugs, mousepads, etc. Check it out, here.
Until next time.... Tangle on!
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]]>Below is a picture of the first tile they completed. I just love how every tile is slightly different. It just shows you how no two tiles are the same even though each person had the same instruction and had the opportunity to watch me on the screen.
I just love this gift of Zentangle!
The kids had a great time and all seemed to be pretty darn proud of their art work.
Here is a pic of Tessa holding her finished tile and a pic of all the tiles showing the tangles the girls learned: Hollibaugh, Crescent Moon, 'N Zeppel and Rain.
It's time to sign up for a Zentangle Basics 101 class! It's a 3 hour class where you will learn to relax, focus and create beautiful art using only one stroke at a time. If you are one of those folks that say, "I can't draw", I will prove you wrong. Trust me.
The class will be on Saturday, January 24th from 1:30pm to 4:30pm in Elk Grove, CA. Cost is $35 and you don't need to bring a thing. I will give you a goody bag of tools and materials to take home.
If you are interested in the class, just send me an email and I will give you further information about the class.
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]]>Zentangle is the culmination of Maria Thomas' art background and Rick Robert's mediation background. He is the Zen and she is the Tangle. Together they brought us Zentangle as a meditational art form. Zentangle is an easy to learn and relaxing method of drawing beautiful images from structured patterns. You fall into a relaxed focus as you follow a series of steps to draw repetitive patterns that lead to stunning art pieces. The Zentangle method breaks down barriers of, "I can't draw", "I'm not creative", "I don't have time" and gives you bliss in return.
I found Zentangle when I was going through cancer treatment. Practicing the method gave me a welcomed distraction to the unending emotional and physical pain that treatment brings with it. It only takes one stroke at a time....so I could make a couple of strokes and put it down until I felt better. I was amazed at the calm it brought over me and how the time seemed to melt away. I have been cancer free for 2 years now, but I continue to endure chronic pain from ongoing treatment. I continue to use the Zentangle method to get through those days when the pain is too much or when my emotional state wears thin because of it.
I am so grateful to have found Zentangle, Rick, Maria, Molly and the entire Zentangle family.
Stay tuned while I journey to find the perfect place to teach and bring you into the family!
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]]>I had already been practicing the art for quite a while, but the true meaning and philosophy behind Zentangle® art really hit me during my training. It all starts with Maria Thomas and Rick Roberts, the founders of this technique, and includes many of their family members who work along side them. They work very hard to get this therapeutic art form out to as many folks as possible.
So, what is Zentangle art? It’s a simple art form that encourages increased focus while making deliberate markings with a pen. It's for everyone, especially if you think you are not artistic and cannot draw. Zentangle art happens one stroke at a time. You make one deliberate mark with your pen, then you make another, keep going as you focus on the pen laying ink onto the tile. Pretty soon, you have a beautiful piece of art. Seriously, it’s that simple. You can’t even imagine the beautiful piece you end up with!
There are a few 'rules' to the Zentangle technique and if you follow them you will have success every time. You can break the rules of course and still end up with a fantastic piece, but we call these pieces Zentangle Inspired Art (ZIA).
There is much more to come, so stay tuned!
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