I am a CZT® which means that I am a Certified Zentangle teacher
and that not only CAN I teach you this method, but that I would really LIKE to!
The Zentangle® Method is an easy-to-learn,
relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured
patterns. It was created by Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas.
"Zentangle" is a registered trademark of Zentangle, Inc.
You can learn more at zentangle.com, or bytaking classes with me!
The practice of Zentangle is relaxing,
it's fun, it's something that truly everyone can do. It increases focus and
creativity, and provides artistic satisfaction along with an increased sense of
personal well-being. If you can write your name, I can help you to create
beautiful works of art while learning techniques that can enhance your life and
wellness.
Zentangle is currently being used in many
different arenas for relieving stress, pain management, motivational training,
team building as well as stroke recovery and ADHD.
A goal of Zentangle is to free your
thoughts in such as way that it ultimately strengthens and empowers your
creativity. When you engage in Zentangle drawing, the creative part of your
mind may frolic and grow in ways never before thought possible.
Stress Reduction and Anger Management
By focusing on crafting beautiful tangles,
the pressures of everyday life are seemingly lifted. Zentangle's enlightening,
liberating purpose is designed to ease tension, so be sure to make use of its
calming nature whenever you feel the weight of the day bearing down on you.
The first benefit of Zentangle a person comes across is typically
relaxation. This is no accident. Individuals suffering from anger issues will
find Zentangle to be an outlet through which they may find relief and calmness.
Improved Sleep Patterns
The pattern-making beauty of Zentangle
reaches deep into multiple aspects of your life. Through relaxing focus and
creative growth, your mind sorts and processes daily events that help you enjoy
a night of deep, replenishing sleep.
Improve Hand-Eye Coordination
Zentangle is an enjoyable drawing
technique that requires focus yet relaxes the overall mind. While anyone can do
it, noting the detail and subtle nuances of each stroke help improve hand-eye
coordination.
Improved Self-Esteem
It feels good to create and watch
something beautiful unfold. From beginning to end, witnessing your Zentangle
tile bloom forth instills a sense of pride and accomplishment. Particularly
helpful to those that have had lifelong struggles or teens.
Develop & Rehabilitate Fine Motor
Skills
Just as Zentangle helps build hand-eye
coordination in all people, its benefits are particularly effective for those
in the process of rebuilding motor skills. Connecting, shading and forming a
Zentangle image into a beautiful whole is a peaceful yet makes new ties in the
mind that can be seen in everyday life.
Creates Beautiful Art
A Zentangle tile is always beautiful
regardless of its simplicity or complexity. You cannot fail at Zentangle. Every
tile you create will be gorgeous and help bring forth that creative aspect of
the self.
Journaling & Journal Prompting
The freeing aspect of Zentangle is
designed to open your mind up to new thoughts, sensations and more. This gives
participants new ideas that should be committed to paper. Or you may simply
describe how you feel when drawing your delicate tangles and strings.
Design Inspiration
At its core, Zentangle is an art. Just as any other art form, it
encompasses themes from internal and external sources. These come together into
a cogent design structure that has the power to inspire the creator and others.
Team Building & Group Focus
While masterful pieces can be created
solo, Zentangle really shines as a group activity. Connecting multiple minds
and they connect strokes into wondrous art is a bonding experience.
Increased Productivity
Increased Productivity
Creating and meditation provide a restful experience leaving one
open to new ideas, a fresh perspective and the capability to take a “break”
anywhere.
Therapy
Zentangle can be used to sort and process
life challenges. The increased focus and creativity aspect provide a soothing
channel for those with questions, concerns or medical conditions.
Increases Attention Span & Ability to
Concentrate
One of the most important aspects of
Zentangle is its ability to hone a person's concentration skills by keeping
them engaged in a flowing, blossoming creation. While it ultimately relaxes
participants, Zentangle becomes easier and easier over time.
Home Schooling
Zentangle helps home-schooled children
increase focus and coordination so their studies may be even stronger.
Addiction Therapy Tool
The goal of addiction therapy is freedom
from some part of a person's life that holds them captive. Zentangle helps with
this by releasing the mind's attention on that addiction and focusing it on a
highly beneficial creative activity.
The practice of Zentangle has something to
offer everyone. You can find more about the types of workshops and currentofferings here.
