What is a Zentangle?
Zentangle is a way of
creating drawn art from repetitive patterns. It increases focus, mindfulness and
creativity. This process should connect body and mind and help the artist feel relaxed and present, similar to a state of meditation. I feel that it is an important art tool to teach at the beginning of the school year. This technique of careful, focused drawing can help students (and teachers!) deal with stress and find focus when it is most needed. There are many ways to draw a Zentangle. Click here to learn more about the Zentangle Method. Click here to watch some Zentangle techniques on YouTube.
Fifth and sixth graders created Zentangle Landscapes for their Original Works submissions. We used Sharpie markers, Crayola Super Tips markers, Crayola watercolor pencils and regular colored pencils.
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