“ Zentangle has been a gift. It has added so much dimension to my life. .....tangling for my own personal satisfaction, being able to share this gift with others in my classes, and most of all, being part of a wonderful group of like minded people who are supportive and so willing to share! Zentangle has expanded my mind and my world.”
- Kathy Barringer, upstate NY USA. Above, a classic zentangle tile by Kathy.
"One of my favorite reasons is the inevitable moment when people learning the Zentangle Method "get it" for the first time. I love it when people find their inner artists while feeling calm, relaxed, and creative. It feels wonderful when students beam with delight or give me appreciative hugs when they see how valuable tangling will be in their lives."
- Emily Classon, Lowell MA, USA. Above: a tangled seahorse by Emily.
“For me, the most rewarding moments have been those moments when a student has lost their creative outlet - usually through some type of trauma - and they realize Zentangle is more than a simple drawing method. It is a doorway back to the creativity that was lost. It's new and not the same, but familiar and life changing for them. Those are some of the most rewarding experiences of my life.”
- Kathy Redmond, Prairieville LA, USA. Above: a classic zentangle tile by Kathy.
"I love being a CZT. People are drawn to the classes for many reasons but when they leave they have in their hand and minds a mini tool kit that holds the potential to change their world…..realize the artist within, calm themselves, create handmade treasures, take mini vacations anywhere, or enjoy an activity with family or friends."- Sandra Chatelain, Calgary AB Canada. Above: a beautiful zendala tile by Sandra.
Four magical tiles :)
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DeleteGreat drawings. Love your blog.
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Yes! I love hearing in other people's words why they love teaching this method. Thanks!
ReplyDeletethank you for sharing, i love the art form! the way i can escape from lifes worries etc. i would love to be a teacher one day x
ReplyDeleteI do hope you'll be able to attend a CZT training seminar one day, Faith!
DeleteWonderful thoughts on becoming a CZT - really resonated with me. Thank you for sharing this especially today when I was struggling with my decision to pursue this. I think one of the biggest reasons is to be able to share this.
ReplyDeleteOf course, I would encourage you to go to a CZT training seminar - such a wonderful experience! I simply knew I HAD to go, even though finances at the time were very tight. Honestly, it's one of the best things I've done, both artistically and financially.
Delete(I assume you knit? People have taken Zentangle into quilting, needlepoint, beading, etc.. I'd love to see it knitted!)
Great comments on being a CZT everyone. After 10 years, I still get all goose-bumpy when someone thanks me for a class. We couldn't do this without you guys. Many thanks, mercy beaucoups.
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Just incorporated the paradox in my recent drawing. Loved your tutorial here and shared it on my blog. Thanks so much!! I added you on Google+! Will be scouring your site for more ideas all the time now! :-)
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