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9781581873443 English 1581873441 Using 9 specialized tools outlined in the book, the MINDala method teaches readers how to activate their best drawing experience while letting the mind relax and unwind in the process. In these pages, first time artists will find themselves easily creating beautiful images, while more experienced doodlers can expand their artistic talents. Easy pattern building, where to get inspiration, and how to look for it in an average day will inspire and delight artists of all ages. Using patterns inspired by nature, etchings, petroglyphs, pottery, sculptures, and textiles, readers can unlock their own creativity, line by line, loop by loop and dot by dot. Find out:What your doodles meanThe most basic shape in doodlingTips and tricks on choose the best materials for drawingThe 9 secret tools to uncover your best drawing experienceHow to build patternsThe secret of outlining Soon, you'll find that what begins as "just a drawing" can inspire something unexpected in other parts of your life. Everything is connected. When drawing, the thinking brain (left side) becomes busy with drawing a pattern: the action of drawing is creating focus, stimulating brain function, and helping with memory as it repeats patterns in the art. At the same time, the creative or intuitive side (right side) is engaged in creative problem solving, opening the intuitive side of the brain and activating more abstract processing. This merging of the logical left and creative right brains can have surprising results--making this the perfect book for anyone looking to break the stress cycle, unblock their creativity, help overcome an emotional or physical stressor in their life, or simply learn the joyful process of creating something for the fun of it., You've mastered the art of coloring--the secret, of course, is that there's nothing to master. Now it's time to welcome back your inner child, who remembers doodling with pen and pencil on every available surface. In this book, Cher Kaufmann encourages readers to pick up a pen again and have some fun. But this isn't just a drawing, scribble, or doodle book; it offers a meditative journey to confidence and joy. A blank page is a beautiful thing, especially when your mind, body, and soul are ready to accept that and allow creativity to flow. Coloring aficianados and doodle lovers alike will find something to embrace here, as it inspires readers to: Build patterns through simple repetition of circles, squares, or triangles Use templates, such as cookie cutters or interesting shapes, to jump-start a design Begin a drawing from scribbles in the book Finish drawing the second half of an existing design Create open designs and mandalas, specifically for coloring Color some of the finished designs used as examples throughout Rather then learning to draw, you'll be inspired to observe the world in a new way, creating art effortlessly.
9781581873443 English 1581873441 Using 9 specialized tools outlined in the book, the MINDala method teaches readers how to activate their best drawing experience while letting the mind relax and unwind in the process. In these pages, first time artists will find themselves easily creating beautiful images, while more experienced doodlers can expand their artistic talents. Easy pattern building, where to get inspiration, and how to look for it in an average day will inspire and delight artists of all ages. Using patterns inspired by nature, etchings, petroglyphs, pottery, sculptures, and textiles, readers can unlock their own creativity, line by line, loop by loop and dot by dot. Find out:What your doodles meanThe most basic shape in doodlingTips and tricks on choose the best materials for drawingThe 9 secret tools to uncover your best drawing experienceHow to build patternsThe secret of outlining Soon, you'll find that what begins as "just a drawing" can inspire something unexpected in other parts of your life. Everything is connected. When drawing, the thinking brain (left side) becomes busy with drawing a pattern: the action of drawing is creating focus, stimulating brain function, and helping with memory as it repeats patterns in the art. At the same time, the creative or intuitive side (right side) is engaged in creative problem solving, opening the intuitive side of the brain and activating more abstract processing. This merging of the logical left and creative right brains can have surprising results--making this the perfect book for anyone looking to break the stress cycle, unblock their creativity, help overcome an emotional or physical stressor in their life, or simply learn the joyful process of creating something for the fun of it., You've mastered the art of coloring--the secret, of course, is that there's nothing to master. Now it's time to welcome back your inner child, who remembers doodling with pen and pencil on every available surface. In this book, Cher Kaufmann encourages readers to pick up a pen again and have some fun. But this isn't just a drawing, scribble, or doodle book; it offers a meditative journey to confidence and joy. A blank page is a beautiful thing, especially when your mind, body, and soul are ready to accept that and allow creativity to flow. Coloring aficianados and doodle lovers alike will find something to embrace here, as it inspires readers to: Build patterns through simple repetition of circles, squares, or triangles Use templates, such as cookie cutters or interesting shapes, to jump-start a design Begin a drawing from scribbles in the book Finish drawing the second half of an existing design Create open designs and mandalas, specifically for coloring Color some of the finished designs used as examples throughout Rather then learning to draw, you'll be inspired to observe the world in a new way, creating art effortlessly.