How Do We Grow?

I’m a procrastinator. I said it and I’m not particularly proud of it. I haven’t sent out a newsletter in awhile because all the steps of making it happen is a challenge.

BUT, I did it! And when I sit down and work through all the things, I CAN do this. Maybe this scenario feels familiar in your own life. Saying what’s real for me is a way to acknowledge what’s true and where I have space to grow and learn. Hopefully we keep growing as long as we are here.

Life continues to unfold. We are over six months in to our monthly online meditative creative group, Mindful Marks: One Stroke at a Time. Online sessions are held on the third Thursday at 2:00 PM Central Time and are recorded for access by those unable to attend in person. It’s an invitation to a space to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with ourselves through meditative drawing.

Each month is built around a contemplative focus as we create together. The unique creative voice of each participant is a joy and inspiration to see. The sharing of things we are learning and discovering as we tangle continue to surprise and affirm that creativity feeds our spirits in life-giving ways.

As a member, you’ll have access to the recordings of the live sessions as well as a bonus video recording each month. The member portal also features a gallery of tiles submitted by members so we can learn from each others’ ideas.

This has been the stream I have felt called to follow in my own creative expression in this time. It’s been encouraging to get to know other creative souls and to enjoy making it a priority to explore creating from a spiritual perspective in community.

If you’d love a regular creative practice that invites you to self-discovery (and fun and beauty!) check it out. If you long for a way to reconnect with the creative voice within you, we’d love to have you join us. You can jump in at any time. Become a member at this link:

MINDFUL MARKS: ONE STROKE AT A TIME

Creativity is part of who we are. My practice of Zentangle drawing has led to self-discovery and growth that continues beyond the pen and paper!

Diane

On Demand Video Class

A Zentangle Jewels Collection

Shine, sparkle, and create, one stroke at a time. In this on-demand video class, mindful line-work and simple strokes will transform a tile into a sparkling collection of gems and jewels.

Designed for beginners and experienced tanglers, this class guides you through step-by-step techniques and patterns that create shimmering gemstones and jeweled settings.

As you draw, you’ll slow down, focus on the present moment, and discover playful and peaceful creativity. Enjoy this on-demand class at any time that works for you!

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Sharing Zentangle……

I love leading Zentangle workshops with congregations. Recently I presented the program for a women’s group at Pohocco Lutheran near Fremont. It was their first such event since before Covid time. It’s good to gather in person to learn and just BE together.

Zentangle became part of my own spiritual practice ten years ago and I love sharing it with faith-based groups. Look at what they created……… and they left with ideas for ways to develop their own creative spiritual practice.

Contact me to schedule a Zentangle workshop for your congregation or small group. I offer online and in-person instruction. Or gather a group of friends for an in-home time of tangling together.

e-mail me: diane@dianeharpsterart.com

I’m excited to be one of the teachers for the new REJUVENTANGLE CHAT & CHILL CLUB.

Beginning July 17, this group will meet each third Friday through December at 2:30 PM EASTERN TIME. A different CZT will teach each month. My month is October.

More information at the link below. And there’s a reduced rate if you join by July 6.

Click the link for more info:

JOIN HERE

And, a little teaser. A new CARD DECK will be coming in the months ahead. Like the Serenity and So Loved card decks, this one will be titled DARE TO DREAM.

Stay tuned.

Keep learning. Keep growing. Keep tangling if that brings you joy. Whatever you do, know that you ARE a creative soul, and the world needs what you create.

The Zentangle® Method is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. It was created by Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas. "Zentangle" is a registered trademark of Zentangle, Inc. Learn more at www.zentangle.com.