Zentangle and Mandalas: Draw Harmonious Patterns

Daniela Hoyos has been drawing for as long as she can remember. Art and color have always been a big part of her life, and today she is one of the most recognized content creators in Latin America, having won an Eliot award as well as working with brands like Disney.

Daniela is passionate about sharing her knowledge of zentangle art and, in this online course, she teaches you creative illustration techniques to help you discover your inner artist and fill your spaces with positive energy.

Begin by getting to know Daniela Hoyos. She talks about her journey through the world of art and zentangle, as well as the people who have inspired her work. She also explains what motivated her to put together this online course.

Next, discover a brief history of the mandala and its origins. See how, for years, this art form has promoted health and mental well-being and come to be considered a type of art therapy.

Take a look at the different geometric shapes and start to warm up with a few exercises to familiarize yourself with mandalas and zentangle techniques. Then use the color wheel to define a color palette and choose your brushes.

Now it’s time to design your mandala! Learn how to prepare your canvas and translate your illustration. Visualize and adjust your color scheme, before painting your piece to truly bring it to life.