tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3924904289842402662.post4836560027476506924..comments2023-11-02T07:44:15.908-04:00Comments on Zentangle: Embracing your Zentangle practiceZentanglehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03161442418645198968noreply@blogger.comBlogger52125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3924904289842402662.post-11167834265586467052017-08-06T13:57:44.709-04:002017-08-06T13:57:44.709-04:00I get a weekly newsletter from Linda Farmer and al...I get a weekly newsletter from Linda Farmer and always practice the old tagkes that she reviews as well as the new ones. I have found that to be an awesome way to try new things and practice some ones I already know.<br /><br /><a href="https://moviereview-2016.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">ดูหนังออนไลน์</a>Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16241817112636794365noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3924904289842402662.post-45208315107983421672017-07-08T07:38:13.255-04:002017-07-08T07:38:13.255-04:00Until, today, I never heard of zentangle. I just h...Until, today, I never heard of zentangle. I just happened upon an arts council website on Facebook that led me here. I am one of those people that will try anything and everything when it comes to art. I love seeing the end result of your pieces and I'm anxious to try this out.Wendynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3924904289842402662.post-50168696283560538332017-06-24T09:26:50.691-04:002017-06-24T09:26:50.691-04:00I am newly certified from czt28 seminar this week....I am newly certified from czt28 seminar this week. I had never done the method before coming to Rhode Island. I had just seen examples of the ZIA on the web and didn't know how anyone could produce such art. I finally found something with the description including the word Zentangle and googled it and knew I had to learn. In a community of 957 there really aren't a lot of instructors. So I came to Rhode Island. <br />Talk about intimidation. When I saw our first mosaic I was ready to pack it in. They were all so gorgeous and there was mine. I even palmed one of my tiles on the way out to avoid included it. I had to laugh the next morning that Maria announced some were missing so I had to cough it up.ive been on the appand love what I see. I think Maria and Rick really drive the point the point home that there are no mistakes, that every tile is a work of art, that the journey more important than the product. Now my only regret is that I didn't find Zentangle sooner. I am sharing with my grandkids today and I know they'll love. They arrived Thursday just after I got home. Yesterday they want to swim so today we do art. I showed them some of my tiles and bless their sweet hearts, they're excited. Grandkids are the best. Rick and Maria are right behind them.<br />Thanks so muchDonna From Txnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3924904289842402662.post-5353665759036970832017-06-24T06:51:24.047-04:002017-06-24T06:51:24.047-04:00I love Kathe Garden's reference to zentangle b...I love Kathe Garden's reference to zentangle being like "Chopped". It is a very good comparison...I just need to remember that my "dish" is just as good as anyone else's.sassyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05567670529099187362noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3924904289842402662.post-42299620808483534682017-06-20T03:57:52.823-04:002017-06-20T03:57:52.823-04:00Dear Tonia C, I have found that the more you comme...Dear Tonia C, I have found that the more you comment on other people's tiles on the app the more comments you get yourself. It is such a supportive community. So those that have been on there a while will naturally have more comments than others. So try not to think in that way.After a while you feel you know the others personally, like having a whole new group of friends. Perhaps it would be wise to not do challenges and relax with the process instead. All the best in your further practice. :-)<br />Debbie Raaenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00984066430869278334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3924904289842402662.post-49161347845122169722017-06-17T08:52:30.723-04:002017-06-17T08:52:30.723-04:00I get from it are what keeps me moving forward.
go...I get from it are what keeps me moving forward.<br /><a href="https://goldenslot.gclub-casino.com/" rel="nofollow">goldenslot</a> <br /><a href="https://www.gclub-casino.com/baccarat/" rel="nofollow">บาคาร่า online</a>SADLOVEhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00154588832536084804noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3924904289842402662.post-75045114921801659702017-06-15T13:08:45.887-04:002017-06-15T13:08:45.887-04:00Ahhh, this post is such a clear reminder of the pu...Ahhh, this post is such a clear reminder of the purpose of Zentangle. Many of my tiles just don't turn out "pretty" or even "cool". But they all have a mind shifting effect . And I have found that it is too easy to shift into " production" mode. Yet the quality of the Zentangle method is that even in this mental frame, the action of one stroke at a time affects my life positively- afterwards I am always able to carry on in a calmer , more centered way. I have noticed that when I am trying harder to "make "something turn out "good" , it generally does not turn out as interesting as the tile that I concentrate more on "one stroke at a time". I have learned to throw tiles away - like the chalk artists on city sidewalks- grateful for the more lasting effect they have had simply through the Zentangle method. Sometimes I feel like a tile in process!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07737594458779801219noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3924904289842402662.post-65241143592530306992017-06-14T15:47:40.683-04:002017-06-14T15:47:40.683-04:00Folks on the app are so supportive that there rea...Folks on the app are so supportive that there really is nothing to be intimidated about, and some of the people behind my favorite tiles are among the most supportive, so I say, take a running start and shout ' cowabunga' as you cannonball into the waterfall, because standing at the water's edge dipping a to in is kinda stationary.<br />Valerie Hayeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01745453758358242604noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3924904289842402662.post-72257083339878287372017-06-14T06:21:44.484-04:002017-06-14T06:21:44.484-04:00At first I tried a few patterns on my own, practic...At first I tried a few patterns on my own, practicing in thumbnail size boxes and a little suede effect notebook, then I would show my family and friends, and quickly moved on to Tangling in public, it's a very liberating thing. While I'm waiting at the hairdressers, the doctor's surgery, at my desk at lunchtime. I get so absorbed that I don't worry about my surroundings or if anyone is watching, and often people ask me what I'm doing, how they can do it, if I can design them a new tattoo, do a birthday card for their friend...you name it :). I've never been able to doodle as a way of concentrating (in a meeting for example), I get too engrossed, but as a way of refocusing my mind and stepping out of the fast lane for fifteen minutes, it's perfect :) xxPumpkin Beckihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01314988985367520054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3924904289842402662.post-59608342358580194422017-06-12T06:36:56.517-04:002017-06-12T06:36:56.517-04:00Julie, thanks for the reminder! I will share this ...Julie, thanks for the reminder! I will share this with my students. <3 Anoeska Whttp://www.vrijexpressief.nlnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3924904289842402662.post-45208878207960864162017-06-11T10:03:35.902-04:002017-06-11T10:03:35.902-04:00Thank you, Julie, for this inspirational blog. I r...Thank you, Julie, for this inspirational blog. I recently had a "dry spell" in my daily practice, when other stuff seemed more important and timely. After a few weeks, I realized how disjointed and unfocused life seemed. I have happily returned to my daily practice of the Method, and a focus on process not product. The results are pleasing!Jennifer Sparrowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12963583020677489601noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3924904289842402662.post-4501933213086449882017-06-10T15:11:29.232-04:002017-06-10T15:11:29.232-04:00I'm often on the look-out for tiles and tangle...I'm often on the look-out for tiles and tangles that suggest "motion" or "story" to me. I see those little Pokeroots and Printemps struggling to push Purk up Shattuck mountain while Marasu is about to crush them all as it rumbles down the mountain. This tile belongs in a storybook.<br /><br />Brava, JulieLinda Dochter, CZThttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01507212603526451947noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3924904289842402662.post-12507605923275919062017-06-10T14:44:15.409-04:002017-06-10T14:44:15.409-04:00I love Zentangle and all the artists, those that a...I love Zentangle and all the artists, those that are starting out as I once was in 2013 when I discovered Zentangle for the first time on the Internet and those who appear more accomplished and notice I said "appear more accomplished" than "are more accomplished" because I do not know most of the artists who create Zentangle. As for the Zentangle Mosaic App, I look at it as an opportunity to connect with other artists of all kinds and I appreciate everyone's journey especially my own. ZIA art is preplanned but in my opinion most traditional Zentangle art is unplanned which is why I love it so much and love to teach the freedom to create and enjoy the journey to others! I have been a traditional artist for most of my life but find with Zentangle is is much more accepting and positive than the traditional art world and again this is just my opinion based on my personal experiences so I find I am tangling more than creating much traditional art anymore. Accept yourself and your art, be kind to others and remember everyone started at one time or another creating Zentangle art and as artists we should encourage and accept each other. Take the time to comment or appreciate others on the Mosaic App and that will take your mind off yourself and give a little happiness to others! Dolly Bolennoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3924904289842402662.post-77066295658245704112017-06-10T14:05:15.480-04:002017-06-10T14:05:15.480-04:00My word, what a difference this blog has made in m...My word, what a difference this blog has made in my zentangle practice, even though I already had a pretty good handle on embracing my own practice. After reading the blog, I keep finding myself thinking, "I could try that if I want" in a defiant sort of tone, and then I do. What freedom!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3924904289842402662.post-67801053338742775972017-06-10T09:13:48.695-04:002017-06-10T09:13:48.695-04:00Dear Julie ~ how timely your words are. I had neve...Dear Julie ~ how timely your words are. I had never, never considered myself as having any artistic ability. After all, no one in my family, as far back as I could go, was an artist. I fight the "it's not good enough" demon, although lately, I have decided that what I do is not for anyone but ME. And if I enjoy the journey and the process, that's all that matters. Just recently I realized that that was the gift of Zentangle to me. Little by little, I am coming to appreciate that what I create is not important. It's the freedom it's given me to just enjoy the process. What comes from that is gravy. <br />Thanks, again, dear Julie. Tangle on 🌹❤️<br />Roseannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17298907334548913745noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3924904289842402662.post-14267307799196442562017-06-10T01:07:14.977-04:002017-06-10T01:07:14.977-04:00I of course also feel inadequate when I look at ot...I of course also feel inadequate when I look at other people's tiles. There are such great Zentangle artists out there, but then I also remind me that I am who I am and I enjoy the Zentangle process. I've put my tiles in photo albums and when I look at them I am amazed at the art I've created. Thanks for the idea of Zentangle!Susan Theronhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08150297099225856086noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3924904289842402662.post-55045324945574574142017-06-09T10:04:25.736-04:002017-06-09T10:04:25.736-04:00I felt the same as you Julie...embracing the proce...I felt the same as you Julie...embracing the process was a new way of thinking for me. Now that I practice every day, I look forward to my drawing time, just for the love of it and not for the outcome. Thank you for sharing.Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13478626411017544639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3924904289842402662.post-89519097629434656192017-06-08T23:23:13.790-04:002017-06-08T23:23:13.790-04:00I tangle some most days, and rather than thinking ...I tangle some most days, and rather than thinking about embracing my zentangle practice, I feel like it embraces me. Tangling feels so good that generally I quickly get to a point where the tangling just catches me up and carries me away. My most anxious moments are when I tangle a tile I intend to post somewhere, especially if it's a traveling tangle where I don't want to "mess up" someone else's beautiful start. Knowing from experience that no one will judge me and that my tangling is likely to be more beautiful the more relaxed and "zen" I feel helps me remember that my own enjoyment is my truest measure of success.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3924904289842402662.post-5213814244371471142017-06-08T22:10:28.250-04:002017-06-08T22:10:28.250-04:00This was a great reminder that we are all individu...This was a great reminder that we are all individuals with our own individual styles. We can appreciate everyones work without lessening ours. Everyone is an artist and every tile is unique as we all are.Leslee Feiwushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02423680983945675882noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3924904289842402662.post-4640322518237571062017-06-08T21:31:01.189-04:002017-06-08T21:31:01.189-04:00I tell my students (and anyone else I can capture ...I tell my students (and anyone else I can capture for a few moments) that I loved Zentangle from the moment I laid eyes on it! After a came back from CZT training I loved it even more as I began to see the depth of what ZT could offer to people. Today I can say I have a whole new level of appreciation for ZT. Six months ago I was diagnosed with stage 4 metastatic breast cancer. Everyday I'm feeling well enough to do my ZT is a really good day! Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18217963954005009246noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3924904289842402662.post-67477466489933975792017-06-08T20:53:28.448-04:002017-06-08T20:53:28.448-04:00Julie, thank you for your post. I believe it is hu...Julie, thank you for your post. I believe it is human nature to criticize our own selves. Or is it society that is always telling us we are wrong or not good enough. All through school I was always criticized for not doing as well as my older sister, society gives us sooo many rules/laws to follow & we get fined for breaking them (e.g late payments, speeding over limit by 2km an hour, etc). Zentangle is my place of safety in this harsh world where I am free to explore my creativity and find peace. There are no rules to break with Zentangle. I love the journey and the destination doesn't matter. I share this thought with my students and I love when they begin to fly on their own and stop the self criticism.Liannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06705449634423452798noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3924904289842402662.post-3124500521718209822017-06-08T16:47:46.136-04:002017-06-08T16:47:46.136-04:00I often use my Zentangle tiles as an encouragement...I often use my Zentangle tiles as an encouragement or prayer for others. I write a short note on the back to let them know of my intention. One day, I made a tile for my favorite waitress because she was having a bad day. I called it "portable laughter". When I handed it to her she said, "So, you're an artist?" I paused, swallowed, and then owned it. Yes, I am an artist!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11175882569002235199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3924904289842402662.post-14007275614156144172017-06-08T15:55:35.872-04:002017-06-08T15:55:35.872-04:00I read somewhere that it takes 10,000 hours to be ...I read somewhere that it takes 10,000 hours to be proficient at any craft. Knowing this allows me to be with the fact that my journey into art is going to be awash with imperfection! As stated in the post, it's about 'The Journey' not the destination. I remind myself that each stroke is bringing me closer to the expression and style that I am seeking out through Zentangle art. Lastly I am slowly relaxing more as I tangle. As a drawing beginner I initially found it quite a tense procedure. Now that I understand I have some proficiency, grace is slowly edging in... Crinklechipshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10762699944605417002noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3924904289842402662.post-61140715305607002862017-06-08T13:53:13.790-04:002017-06-08T13:53:13.790-04:00I've been to those comparative places, and eve...I've been to those comparative places, and even compared to myself at times - thinking that my tangling is getting 'better' or 'worse'. But I'm learning to let it be what it needs to be on any given day. Today for example I learned of a friend's death - and I knew that tangling would give me a calm space to reflect without thinking. My lines were wobbly and unsure, but a little Bijou tile gave me exactly what I needed and that tile will be a precious marker of this difficult but negotiated day.Ragged Rayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01887110300818782093noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3924904289842402662.post-12625066407535269312017-06-08T13:03:43.957-04:002017-06-08T13:03:43.957-04:00Julie's comments hit a "nerve" with ...Julie's comments hit a "nerve" with me living in "Tangle Land" too! When I see other postings with straight lines and everything looking perfect, sadly I allow those old insecurities to come back in which is unproductive. During my 5 years of tangling, I still find when I want to duplicate favorite tangles onto another tile, I always learn something new about the tangle patterns or my approach to the them. It is also true regarding Mandalas', because the ones I just "let happen" are the ones that become my favorites. For me, tangling is a process that teaches me many types of lessons so I welcome the challenges and enjoy the results. Tangling is a joy!J. Stoughnoreply@blogger.com