Zentangle Whilrlwind...well, it is March!

March 18 was the Zen & Zin.  We had such a good time!  Only Zen, no Zin.  We get a natural high just doing our art!  Here is a collage of the groups excellent efforts!

March 19 at Kerrville First United Methodist, I instructed some of my bible study group, Intro Class.

March 25, KACC Zendala Class.  The ladies were extremely proud of their Zendalas, as they well should be!

Then that afternoon, I hosted my first Open Class to previous students.  The project was an Exploding Box.  The most difficult thing to do here is to cut the squares to the specified dimensions.  But, then they all went together very nicely.  What a great way to display completed Tiles and Zendalas!

 

Exploded Box!

 

Closed Box

Black Tile Class...Someone's Watching Over Me

Have you ever experienced something and knew for certain that someone is taking care of you?  I had that very experience last Tuesday!  I was greeting my students for the day and they just kept coming!  I had confirmed with KACC, the art center where I have my classes, for 7 students.  No problem, plenty of supplies, an extra complete kit to spare.  But after 7 ladies walked into the door, another 5 came in!  I scrapped together enough supplies for the extra ladies, sans bags which were at home.  We just rearranged the room and made arrangements to get the bags to each one of them. Thank God!

It was a very energizing class! I taught using BLACK TILES.  Here is a class mosaic of the work, I included a few of mine also which illustrate other patterns taught in class.

 

 

Beautiful art created by twelve beautiful women!  We had a really good time using Vega, Crescent Moon, Printemps,(some of mine included Meer, Indy-Rella, and Cadent -variation, these were practiced in class). Supplies used:  black tiles, white charcoal, white jelly roll pens, soap stone sticks and a touch of a sparkle jelly roll pen. I always enjoy teaching these classes and discovering all of the differences in the tiles, even though everyone was doing the same lesson.  Cool, huh?

Next class:  March 18, 5:30-7:30 pm, Zen and Zin,  I bring the snacks you bring your drink.  A great way to end a work day.  The rest of the week will go a lot smoother when you take time for yourself!  Hope to see you there!  Please call KACC 830-895-2911 to sign up.  Cost is $35.00 plus $10 for supplies.  If you have the black Micron supply kit you are all set. 

Also, I'm planning a Zendala Class for March 25, 9:00 - 11:30 am. KACC, $35. for class, plus basic supply kit if you haven't been to one of my classes before. Sign up as soon as possible.  If I have a large class I want to get a bigger room.

Remember to take some time to tangle 2 untangle, you will be more relaxed, more focused and more creative! 

Happy Tangling!
Sharon

Happy Valentine's Day!

This will probably be one of those chilly Valentine seasons!  I remember one year my mother made me the prettiest dress for Valentine's Day.  It was red voile with white swiss polka dots, with little heart lace trimmed pockets.  It was so pretty and it ended up being really cold, windy weather!  A lot of factors involved to imprint that on my memory!  But the important thing to remember was how much my mother cared for and loved me!  She still does!  Valentine's Day must be important to my mother, because she will invariably send out valentine cards to all of the grandchildren...sometimes I still get one!  So, this year I will be making her one.  I think I will send her a Zentangle styled valentine.  What do you think about this one?  It will encompass the heart (love) and the precious sewing supplies.  Love you Mom!

 

 

 

Important date and note!  I will be doing a demonstration for the Kerrville Art Club on the Zentangle Method at 1:00, KACC.  Would love to have you there as a guest!

Also, at 9:00 that morning I will have a class using Renaissance Tiles, cost is $45. includes materials.  Bring a guest and you both get the class for $35 each.  Please call me or the KACC for registration.  My number 830-285-4199. 

 

Happy Valentine's Day!!!



Schedule Revision and....Garden Pests!

I had to revise my schedule.  I am learning a lot about starting a business!  Mostly, that I don't know!  I have a tendency to let my enthusiasm carry me away...and everyone else is left standing there. So, in an effort to be "more real", I have asked my friend, Executive Director of Kerr Arts Cultural Center, Debbie Minns, to help me.

I am cancelling the class for Feb. 4 and moving the Renaissance Tiles Class to Feb. 18. Then adding Tan and White Basics to March 4th.  I have not put All Black and the Open Afternoon into the new schedule, but will at a later date. I am also planning to offer Zendalas as a Beyond the Basics Class.  Bear with me as I learn how to get the word out, and organize these fantastic classes.  The Zen and Zin is still on for March 18th, 5:30-7:30 pm.  I am also working with a friend in Boerne to hold classes there.  I'm so excited about the possibilities! (Calm down, Sharon! lol)

Here are some tiles I have been working on this week.  I hope you get a kick out of them!  My sister thinks I should put them in a picture book.  We'll see.  By the way, I have been working on some illustrations for a book a friend and I will co-publish.  This will be my second book illustration gig.  OK!  Now for.....GARDEN PESTS! Some of these are actually helpful, not a gardener, so maybe I should actually title it Garden Critters.  But, right now I like the word pests!  :)

 

 

 

Zentangle 101....RESULTS!

Wow! What an awesome morning with my Zentangle students!  They were all ready and willing to learn...and did they ever perform!  Check out this Zentangle Mosaic below! 

We used the following tangles:  Crescent Moon, Hollibaugh, Printemps, and Cadent! BEAUTIFUL!

 

Here's the upcoming schedule for Zentangle Classes:

• Feb 4,  - 9:00 am - 11:30 am, Renaissance Tiles  $40.00
• Feb 18 - 9:00 am - 11:30 am, Zendalas, $35.00 (+$10.00 for those who don't have the basic supply bag)
• March 4 - 9:00 am - 11:30 am, All Black, Tiles & Zendalas,$40.00
• March 4 - 12:00 -4:00 OPEN AFTERNOON!  for Zentangle students, bring your lunch and a drink -
• 1.  GROUP project - Ensemble Tile to contribute for Non Profit Fund Raiser,
• 2. Exploding Box - cool way to store/display Tiles/Zendalas. 
• 3. Take care of those unfinished tiles.
• Ensemble Tile and paper for Exploding Box provided.   
• Perfect time to catch up on unfinished tiles, get a little help, share ideas. 
• COST - everyone just chips in to pay for the $30 room rent, bring supply kits. 

 

ALSO, DON'T FORGET!  ZEN & ZEN, MARCH 18, 5:30 - 7:30 PM.   I will provide the snacks, you bring your own Zin or Dr. Pepper! in other words, you are welcome to bring your drink of choice! :)

Be sure to email or call me to let me know which classes you are interested in, just to make sure I have a large enough room reserved for our class!

skmorris03@gmail.com

830-285-4199

Tangle2Untangle

 

 Sharon Morris    Certified Zentangle® Teacher http://tangledesigningmylife.blogspot.com    

Tangle2Untangle                              

Join me as I teach the Zentangle®method of drawing structured patterns that result in a creation of beautiful images.

The Zentangle® method is a creation of Maria Thomas and Rick Roberts.

It is an approach:

•  to mindfulness,
• a fun way to relax,
• develop focus, and
• inspire new ideas.                                      

 Introductory Class Special!

Bring a friend and you each get a $10 discount on the cost of the class. 

Class cost is $45.00, includes supply kit.

Jan. 21, 9:00-11:30 am, Sue’s Gallery, KACC                  

Call Sharon to register:           830-285-4199

or email:  skmorris03@gmail.com

 

Tangle Classes Scheduled!

Yes!  It's true!  There is now something on the calendar for Zentangle classes by a Certified Zentangle Teacher....me!  I am so excited to offer this wonderful art form to the Hill Country! My first Introductory Zentangle Class will be January 21st from 9:00 - 11:30 am. Classes will be held in Sue's Gallery at the Kerr Arts and Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett St, Kerrville, TX.  Sue's Gallery is on the north side of the center, just off of the  parking lot for the Center on Main St.  For this Introductory Class the cost is $45.00 per person, this includes all supplies.  IF YOU BRING A FRIEND,  I will discount your cost AND your friend's cost for this class to $35.00 per person! What a deal! 

A fun class to keep in mind for the month of March is the ZEN & ZIN.  This class will be March 18th from 5:30 - 7:30 pm. The cost is $45.00, which includes the cost of the supply kit.  If you have come to one of my other classes you will save $10.00 because you will already have your supply kit! :)  This will be a fun class where you are invited to bring a beverage of your choice....hint, get the ZIN as in zinfandel?  But, it can be whatever you would enjoy.  I will bring the snacks.  We will have a very relaxing time!

The main point of the Zentangle method is to teach you to focus on the process, not the outcome. No matter what your artistic level you will create a beautiful piece of art that results in relaxation and feeling good.

Drop me an email, text or give me a call to get your name on the list.  Don't delay because class size is limited!

Tangle to untangle the mind!
Sharon
skmorris03@gmail.com
cell # 830-285-4199