My current facination is in Zentangle. "Zen- what?" you ask? Well according to www.zentangle.com, it is:
... a way of creating beautiful images from repetitive patterns. It is fun and relaxing. Almost anyone can use it to create beautiful images. It increases focus and creativity, provides artistic satisfaction along with an increased sense of personal well being. The Zentangle method is enjoyed all over this world across a wide range of skills, interests and ages.
According to me its:
- Something I am really good at and can get lost in for hours. I wish everyone had something they could say that about! The world would be a happier place.
- A heck of a lot harder than it looks! When I first picked up a skimpy little book about it, I thought I'd give it a go and be fabulous from the start. Really? I challenge you - pick up a pencil and draw a basket weave. Try again. Ok, now emulate M.C.Escher. Uh huh, not as easy as it looks, is it?
- An art form so involved, that it gives you plenty of time to conceptualize the next thing to do with your "finished" piece. I am currently planning how to make my hand into the spinner in my own personal game of life. Watch for more to come on that one!