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Zentangle

What is a Zentangle?

• A drawing that uses repeated patterns.

• Basically a doodle!

• Not supposed to use an eraser, intuitive drawing.

What do people use Zentangle for?

• Relaxation

• Education: Handwriting, Eye/Hand Coordination, Cross-Cultural, Relaxation and Focus

• Artistic

• Therapy: Self-Esteem

• Entertainment

Design Inspiration from Other Cultures…

Celtic Knots from Ireland

Indian Henna Tattoos

Native American Pottery

Maori Tattoos

Islamic Tiling

You will be graded on…

• How did you use your materials?

• Did you understand what Zentangles are?

• Did you complete your project?

• Did you use the materials respectfully?

• Did you control how well your project was made?

• Were you creative and come up with original ideas?

Assignment

• Draw AT LEAST 10 different patterns in your sketchbook.

• You will use some of these patterns in your project.