One Zentangle a Day

Take your doodles-and your mind-to a whole new level with this bestselling and preeminent guidebook to the meditative art of the Zentangle. The Zentangle method was created by Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas as a way to practice focus and meditation through drawing by using repetitive lines, marks, circles, and shapes. Each mark is called a "e;tangle,"e; and you combine various tangles into patterns to create "e;tiles,"e; or small square drawings. Each of the six chapters explores a different aspect of Zentangle:- Basics and Enhancements- Tangles and Value Patterns- Geometric and Organic Patterns- Understanding and Using Color- Defining and Using Style- Creating the Rest of Your Zentangle JourneyEach exercise includes new tangles to draw in sketchbooks or on Tiepolo (an Italian-made paper), teaches daily tile design, offers tips on related art principles, and contains an inspirational "e;ZIA"e; (Zentangle Inspired Art) project on a tile that incorporates patterns, art principals, and new techniques. Drawing Zentangles is a relaxing and replenishing diversion that can be enjoyed by people of all ages and skill levels. In addition to its soothing benefits, a Zentangle practice can also help with self-image, phobias, addictions, pain management, conflict resolution, and coping with grief. Step away from the daily hustle and untangle with a Zentangle.