Since then, I've very slowly started sharing the Zentangle method with students through my classes. I currently teach in Southern Oregon. When I travel to other states, I teach whenever I can.
The wonderful thing about the Zentangle method is you don't have to be an "artist" to create these beautiful pieces of art. No special equipment. Just a pen, paper and pencil. Zentangle is a way to practice mindfulness. Allowing yourself to be in the moment...not multitasking as we are all prone to do now. Practitioners have reported finding the method relaxes their minds, enabling them to calm themselves, have better focus and even sleep better. When the method is taught to students in school, it has been reported they have better retention of what is taught after and in some cases the practice has decreased test anxiety.
Currently, I have classes scheduled monthly at Scrappycraft in Phoenix, Oregon on the 3rd Saturday of each month. We do something a little different each month to allow my students to see just where the Zentangle method can take them.
I also have a class scheduled at the Grants Pass Museum of Art on March 28 from 6-9 PM and one at the Wild Rogue Emporium on February 12 from 6:30-9 PM.
In addition, I'm pleased to have been invited to share the Zentangle method with a charter school in Southern Oregon. The school has 80+ students from K-5th grade. The school was awarded a grant to allow low-income children to have exposure to the arts. The students work will eventually be on display.
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. Learn more at zentangle.com.
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