# Zentangle 101 | Meditative Art Workshop 🎨
Slow down. Unwind. Create something beautiful — one line at a time.
Have you ever wanted to try an art form that's relaxing, creative, and doesn't require you to know how to draw?
Then come join us for Zentangle 101, a beginner-friendly meditative art workshop led by our guest instructor, Leslee!
Whether you're brand new to art, looking for a peaceful creative outlet, or simply want to try something different, this workshop is a wonderful opportunity to give yourself a little time to relax, explore, and create.
## ✨ What Is Zentangle?
Zentangle is a meditative drawing practice that uses simple, repetitive lines and patterns to create intricate-looking artwork.
What makes it so special is that you don't need drawing experience or artistic talent to enjoy it.
You begin with a few simple marks, build on them one pattern at a time, and watch something beautiful take shape.
The process encourages you to slow down, focus on the present moment, and enjoy creating without worrying about the finished result.
And if you're someone who tends to overthink your art or worries about making mistakes, this is an especially lovely practice to explore!
## 🎨 What We'll Be Doing
During this 90-minute live workshop, Leslee will guide us through the basics of Zentangle and introduce us to a variety of patterns and techniques.
You'll have the opportunity to:
- Learn beginner-friendly Zentangle patterns and how to combine them.
- Explore simple pen-and-pencil shading techniques that give your artwork dimension.
- Create small, beautiful pieces using repeating lines, shapes, and patterns.
- Experience the calming, meditative side of creating art.
- Enjoy a relaxed, welcoming environment where there's no pressure to make anything perfect.
Traditional Zentangle is created in black and white, but Leslee also welcomes creative exploration with color if you'd like to experiment with watercolors or markers.
No previous Zentangle or drawing experience is necessary!
## 🖊️ What You'll Need
You don't need a lot of fancy supplies to participate.
Basic supplies:
- Paper or small drawing tiles
- A graphite pencil (2B is recommended, or use what you have)
- A blending stump, tortillon, or Q-tip for shading
- A black drawing pen
Optional supplies:
- Pigma Micron or Uni Pin black pens in different tip sizes
- Watercolors or colored markers
Don't let not having a particular brand of pen stop you from joining us. Bring what you have!
## 📅 Workshop Details
Date: Wednesday, December 9, 2026
Time: 6:30–8:00 PM Eastern Standard Time
Location: Online — live virtual workshop
Experience Level: Beginner-friendly; all levels welcome
Duration: 90 minutes
## 🌿 A Little Creative Time Just for You
Life gets busy, and sometimes we forget how good it feels to sit down and create something simply because we enjoy it.
This workshop is your invitation to set aside the to-do list, pick up a pen, and give yourself permission to play.
No pressure. No perfection. No artistic experience required.
Just you, your supplies, and a little creative breathing room.
Come get tangled with us! 💜
Cohosts Leslee & Demeka.
Creativity isn't about making something perfect. It's about giving yourself permission to begin.