Five minutes. A pen. A piece of paper.
That’s all you need to start.
You don’t need to know how to draw.
You don’t need a specific place, a special sketchbook, or an hour to spare.
Just a moment you set aside for yourself, using whatever you have on hand.
In this mini-course, you’ll draw simple patterns, one pen stroke at a time.
What happens as you draw: the sounds fading away, your focus settling in, the surprise of what your hands can do, is something you’ll have to discover for yourself.
This workshop is pedagogical – methodical – zen! A great way to get started and build confidence. Lots of tangle ideas to explore.
Sylvie L
Simple, easy-to-follow instructions.
Find out what you can do with a pencil and a pen.
Find your style.
Follow this mini-course with step-by-step instructions.
My name is Juliette. I’ve been teaching this practice for over a decade, in both French and English, and I still discover something new every time I practice it myself.
What you'll do in this mini-course:
In ten short lessons, you’ll draw your first complete tile,
explore what happens when you repeat the same patterns,
and discover the next steps for your practice.
You’ll leave with a printable PDF guide,
step-by-step instructions for the two patterns taught, and
a blank tile template to use whenever you like.
You already have the supplies
- Paper
- Pen
- Pencil
- Tortillon or blender (optional)
or use whatever you have on hand to get started.
Frequently Asked Questions
What will I learn?
This mini-course is based on the Zentangle Method and offers a tailored, step-by-step, and interactive learning experience to help you take your first creative steps. Each step is designed to help you explore your creativity at your own pace.
What is the Zentangle® Method?
The Zentangle Method is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun technique that allows you to create original artwork using structured patterns.
No artistic experience is necessary to practice the Zentangle Method: if you can write, you can take this workshop.
When does the mini course start, and when does it end?
This is a completely self-paced online course: you decide when to start and when to finish.
How does it work?
Once you have registered by entering your name and email address, you will receive an email with your login credentials to access the course platform. You will need a computer, tablet, or phone with a web browser and a reliable internet connection.
Who is it for?
This mini-course is designed for people who want to get creative but may not know where to start.
This mini-course is designed for people who want to develop a simple drawing practice without spending too much time on it.
If you’re already familiar with the Zentangle Method and would like to take this mini-course, come join us for a moment of calm and relaxation. You may already be familiar with a particular tangle, but there are always new ways to draw it.