February 2017 - Zentangles

4^th and 5^th Grade

Project Title: Zentangles

Description:

• Zentangles are unique artistic designs that incorporate repeating patterns resembling etchings. Traditional Zentangles only use black, grey and white.  We began with guideline strings which represent the "golden thread" connecting all events that run through life.  This process involves problem solving, manual dexterity, creativity and innovation while relaxing.

Samples of Zentangles:

  

                                                           

Vocabulary:

• golden thread
• Zentangles
• patterns
• contrast
• meditation

Resources:

• Book: Zentangle Basics by Suzanne McNeill, CZT

Materials:

• pencils
• rulers
• thin black Sharpies

Examples of student artwork: