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    Zen Doodle Oodles of Doodles
    Zen Doodle Oodles of Doodles
    Zen Doodle Oodles of Doodles
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    Zen Doodle Oodles of Doodles

    By Tonia Jenny

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    Bring on the tangles!

    In Zen Doodle Oodles of Doodles, you'll find even more stunning doodle art from all around the world. With more than 100 original designs, you're sure to love these gorgeous patterns brimming with the latest tangles and techniques that will inspire your doodling dreams. Then take your tangles to the next level with step-by-step instructions for creating everything from traditional doodle tiles to Zendala, to your favorite tangled art; it's all here!

    You'll also discover the stories behind each creative tangle and immerse yourself into a world of doodle intrigue. So what are you waiting for? It's time to get your doodle on!

       • 100+ Zen doodled art pieces from 48 artists
       • Step-by-step instructions to help you on your doodling journey
       • Featuring a special Spotlight Artist section where you can get up close and personal with some of your favorite Zen doodle artists
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherPenguin Publishing Group
    Release dateNov 24, 2014
    ISBN9781440336652
    Zen Doodle Oodles of Doodles

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      Book preview

      Zen Doodle Oodles of Doodles - Tonia Jenny

      Breaking Free

      Cathy Cusson

      Introduction

      Welcome! I hope you’ve rounded up your favorite mark-making implements and sufficient paper, tiles or other surfaces to work on, because the inspiration you’re going to find on these pages is going to make it difficult to resist diving right into the Zen Doodle zone!

      I’m guessing you’re already aware that the act of doodling holds more value than a finished work, and if you haven’t discovered that secret already, I’m confident you’ll agree after your first experiment. You see, the reason we all adore this process is that it needn’t be about improving your skill (though this can certainly happen naturally through repetition) or about trying to reach some lofty artistic goal. It’s about relishing where you are right here and now while everything else fades away.

      Brittany and I are very excited to bring you this wonderful collection of Zen Doodle art. We handpicked the most visually yummy pieces in the hope of inspiring you to try taking your doodling in new directions. Many great artists from the first Zen Doodle book have returned with great new works, and we’re also thrilled to introduce you to several new artists.

      The first and heftiest section of the book features a wide variety of Zen Doodle art to get your wheels turning and to serve as a jumping-off point for your own doodles. Each artist in this section has broken down their process into three stages or steps to make it easier for you to see how they got from start to finish.

      The second section includes a close-up and personal look at nine Zen Doodle artists who share themselves with us, offering a look at what inspires them, what their favorite materials are and why they love to doodle. (Though those of us who’ve tried it are pretty sure we already know!)

      We hope you enjoy perusing the pages of Zen Doodle Oodles of Doodles and use it as an inspiring tool during times when the blank tile seems daunting. Most important, as contributing artist Deborah Pacé says, Don’t stress about it, don’t overthink it; just have fun and play.

      Enjoy!

      —Tonia and Brittany

      part one

      Zen Doodle Inspiration

      We’ve selected over forty artists and more than ninety beautiful Zen Doodle works to inspire you in this first jam-packed section. Each artist happily shares the thought that went into each piece and a short series of steps to illustrate how their works were created.

      The variety here is great, with works ranging from abstract compositions to letterforms, animals, subjects of nature and expressions of favorite things. While most works are in classic black-and-white, many artists chose to add color to their pieces—at times just a little and, at others, a lot.

      Whatever direction excites you the most, we hope you’ll be inspired to go outside your comfort zone and try something new. You’re bound to discover a new perspective here. Let the inspiration begin!

      Little Flycatcher

      Catherine Langsdorf

      Spherical Reflection

      Abi Fuller

      10 × 10 (25cm × 25cm)

      Single-layered black ink screen print on thick white cartridge paper

      I like to think of my work as a combination of the crazy ideas that pop into my head and my life experiences. Zen Doodling appeals to me because the final artwork is often nothing like what I’d pictured to begin with!

      STEP 1: Using a pencil, begin by sketching a rough quarter of a circle shape to contain your doodle.

      STEP 2: Using a thin black fineliner, be imaginative and draw a variety of shapes such as triangles, circles and other organic forms.

      STEP 3: Scan your drawing into a computer and reflect the segment four times. This will give you a precisely circular reflected form.

      Patchwork

      Abi Fuller

      8 × 12 (20cm × 30cm)

      Black Stabilo 0.4mm fineliner on white cartridge paper

      For this piece I was inspired by the designs of patchwork quilts with their mismatch of patterned material. A good Zen Doodle takes time and patience, so don’t rush your line work—even if your hand is tired. Just take a break!

      Take every opportunity presented to you in life, because they will always come back to help you in the future!

      —Abi Fuller

      STEP 1: Begin by drawing a series of shapes on your page in pencil. These shapes will be the negative space where no drawing will occur.

      STEP 2: Use wavy lines to divide the page into sections and fill each one with a different pattern. Try not to use similar patterns next to each other.

      STEP 3: Include a lot of detail to make your doodle more interesting, and take your time to plan ideas on scrap paper before starting.

      Cornucopia

      Alice Hendon, CZT

      3¹⁄2 × 3¹⁄2 (9cm × 9cm)

      Sakura Pigma micron 01 pen on 100% cotton, heavy-weight fine artist’s paper with a vellum surface finish shaded with a Copic marker.

      Combining various tangle patterns into works of art gives me focus and purpose. However, finding a starting point can be difficult. Sometimes I challenge myself by closing my eyes and drawing a looping, swirling line on the paper without looking. Then I begin tangling what my heart sees when I look at the lines. I encourage you to do the same whenever you’re in a Zen Doodling rut.

      To draw, you must close your eyes

      and sing.

      —Pablo Picasso

      STEP 1: With pencil in hand, close your eyes and draw a continuous, random line on your paper. Your line can be curvy and swirly or straight and linear. This line is going to loosely divide your tangles.

      STEP 2: In one section, draw alternating bands of small circles and arcing double lines.

      STEP 3: Along part of the dividing line, draw half moons and smooth out the hard corners with curves filled with ink.

      Visit CreateMixedMedia.com/zen-doodle-oodles-of-doodles for some bonus step-by-steps from this artist!

      Bird of Pray

      Catherine Langsdorf

      8¹⁄2 × 8¹⁄2 (22cm × 22cm)

      Sakura Pigma micron 01 and 005 pens and soft pencil on bristol paper

      This piece started with the outline of Pablo Picasso’s Dove of Peace. After completing the border of the dove, I randomly placed patterns inside it. I enjoy the process of reacting to the lines and making design decisions while in the creative zone. I am amazed—and usually pleased—at how something unplanned turns out. I find that this style of art goes a far way to bolstering my artistic confidence.

      Art and these types of art pieces can be a wonderful spiritual journey if you silence yourself and pay attention.

      —Catherine Langsdorf

      STEP 1: Start with the outline of the focal image. Add a strong pattern to create an outline of the shape that will set the image apart from the detailed background. For this piece, I chose a simple stripe but made sure to curve each one to help give depth to the image.

      STEP 2: Add any additional elements that other patterns will need to work around. In this image, I wanted some olive branches to help carry out the theme of peace.

      STEP 3: Fill in the main image with various patterns. For a harmonious texture, stick

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