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    The Beauty of Zentangle: Inspirational Examples from 137 Tangle Artists Worldwide
    The Beauty of Zentangle: Inspirational Examples from 137 Tangle Artists Worldwide
    The Beauty of Zentangle: Inspirational Examples from 137 Tangle Artists Worldwide
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    The Beauty of Zentangle: Inspirational Examples from 137 Tangle Artists Worldwide

    By Suzanne McNeill and Cindy Shepard

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    Zentangle(R) is fast becoming a worldwide phenomenon, attracting individuals from all walks of life. The Beauty of Zentangle celebrates this simple but elegant new craft with hundreds of sensational one-of-a-kind designs from around the world. This invitation-only collection of the very best Zentangle-inspired art includes stunning masterpieces from breakthrough artists and CZTs like Suzanne McNeill, Cindy Shepard, Marie Browning, Sandy Steen Bartholomew, and many more. Their inventive tangles are at the forefront of a new wave of creative expression and personal freedom.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherDesign Originals
    Release dateFeb 1, 2021
    ISBN9781607650942
    The Beauty of Zentangle: Inspirational Examples from 137 Tangle Artists Worldwide
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    Suzanne McNeill

    Suzanne McNeill is the author of 230 craft & hobby books and 15 Zentangle books, Suzanne McNeill has been called "the Trendsetter" for arts and crafts. Dedicated to hands-on creativity, she constantly tests, experiments, and invents something new and exciting. Suzanne is the woman behind Design Originals, a publishing company dedicated to all things fun and creative. Winner of the Craft and Hobby Association's Industry Achievement Award, she is a designer, artist, columnist, TV personality, publisher, art instructor, author, and lover of everything hands-on.   

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      This is a beautiful collection of Zentangle and Zentangle Inspired Art from a variety of Certified Zentangle Teachers. The diversity of artwork shows that even though the method is simple, anyone can tailor it to their own style and make their art as simple or elaborate as they like. I'm especially excited because this is the first time my artwork has been included in a book and because several of my friends' work is included as well. The book is very nicely put together and is a real collector's item for Zentangle lovers.Thanx so much Suzanne and Cindy!

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    The Beauty of Zentangle - Suzanne McNeill

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    Introduction:

    Ignite Your Creativity with Beautiful Zentangle Art

    Although it might seem simple, the beauty of Zentangle is a phrase encompassing many aspects of the Zentangle method and Zentangle art. Even for individuals who have never seen a Zentangle piece before, the beauty of the art is immediately apparent, whether it’s through the striking black and white patterns of a classic Zentangle, the natural symmetry of a Zendala, or the bright colors of a ZIA. Zentangle art draws on mindful patterns that can be found all around us in our daily lives, giving the art a natural feel that just seems right.

    Beyond the beauty of the art, though, is the beauty of the Zentangle method, which has the power to transform. Thousands of individuals practice the Zentangle method with thousands of different positive results, including increased self-confidence, a new ability to focus and solve problems, and a rejuvenated sense of inspiration and creativity. Individuals have used the Zentangle method for pain management, to cope with mental illness, for meditation, and simply to take a break from a hectic life and relax. Practicing the Zentangle method is an experience that is unique to each person and their own life, and the positive results are tremendous.

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    Beauty by Donna Hornsby, CZT

    About the Book

    My own journey with Zentangle began with a chance email from a friend. The email contained a link to zentangle.com with the note, You might be interested in this… You may know that I love all types of handwork—painting, journaling, mixed media, sculpting, quilting, embroidery—if it is creative or made by hand, I love it. So it should not be surprising that I loved the look of what I saw on the Zentangle website and wanted to get started right away. I ordered a kit and could feel my interest in drawing tangles growing.

    Soon, I saw a post on zentangle.com about a class being offered in Massachusetts. Although Massachusetts is quite far from where I live in Texas, I fly to Boston when I’m on my way to visit my daughter in Maine. I signed up right away, excited by the opportunity to take a class about an art form that was new to me and to visit my daughter. I guess I was so excited about taking the class that I didn’t read the fine print, because I didn’t realize until I arrived in Massachusetts that the class was for individuals who wanted to become a Certified Zentangle Teacher (CZT)!

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    The CZT Network

    The number of CZTs (Certified Zentangle Teachers) worldwide is constantly growing. Each one has attended a four-day seminar with Zentangle method creators Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas to receive their certification. Learning directly from the creators gives these individuals the greatest understanding of the Zentangle method, making them an excellent resource if you are seeking to learn more about Zentangle.

    With their vast and growing numbers, there is likely a CZT in your area. Locating a CZT is simple. The Zentangle website (zentangle.com) contains a list of CZTs with their contact information, so finding a CZT is as simple as clicking a link. If you are interested in learning more about the Zentangle method, please reach out to a CZT near you.

    To make a long story short, during the class, I fell in love with the Zentangle method and its developers, Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas. During my time in Massachusetts, I met many amazing people from all over the world and had the opportunity to visit Rick and Maria’s home, studio, and gallery. It was an incredibly inspiring experience. Upon returning home, my love for Zentangle did not dim. I drew tangle tiles every night and shared the Zentangle method with my family and friends.

    Many people asked me to teach them the Zentangle method, but I just didn’t have time for every request. Soon, I realized that a small book on the subject would be very helpful. With the blessing of Rick and Maria, I gathered up my sample tiles, samples from my sketchbook journal, and original tangles and published a small booklet. Soon, Zentangle Basics was ready for readers to enjoy. I followed the first Zentangle booklet with a new one every six months, and then, the opportunity to create this book

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