Looking for a creative way to unwind, improve your focus, and explore your artistic side? Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced artist, Introduction to Zentangle® with Ashwini offers a relaxing and rewarding way to create beautiful artwork through simple, repetitive patterns.
Join us at The Learning Connexion on Saturday 8 August, 10.00am – 4.00pm, and discover how the Zentangle Method can help you slow down, embrace creativity, and enjoy the process of making art, one line at a time.
Book your spot in Introduction to Zentangle with Ashwini here.
What is Zentangle®?
In simple terms, Zentangle® is an easy-to-learn art form based on creating images using repeated patterns. It’s a relaxing, enjoyable, and mindful way of making beautiful artwork, regardless of your artistic experience.
The Zentangle Method was created nearly 20 years ago by Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas in the United States, and Zentangle® is now practised by millions of people around the world.
One of the reasons Ashwini loves Zentangle is its accessibility.
“It requires no prior drawing skills. Anyone can begin with a few simple strokes and create something unique.”
But Zentangle is about much more than creating intricate patterns.
“What makes Zentangle truly special is not just the art itself, but the philosophy behind the method. Its principles encourage mindfulness, focus, patience, and appreciation of the creative process. These principles can support personal growth, helping people approach both their art practice and daily life with greater confidence and awareness.”
Creativity Meets Mindfulness
Although Ashwini is also a passionate urban sketcher, she enjoys Zentangle for a very different reason.
“Urban sketching and Zentangle are two very different art forms.”
While urban sketching captures the atmosphere and story of a place, Zentangle focuses on creating intricate patterns in a small space. Despite their differences, both share something important.
“They encourage me to slow down, focus on the present moment, and fully engage with what I’m creating. Whether I’m sketching a city street or drawing Zentangle patterns, the experience is calming, absorbing, and deeply rewarding.”
It’s this mindful approach that makes Zentangle so appealing to people of all ages and artistic abilities.
Meet Your Tutor
Ashwini Bhaskar is an artist, urban sketcher, and Certified Zentangle® Teacher who is passionate about helping others discover the joy of creativity.
Living in Wellington, she finds endless inspiration in the city’s architecture, streetscapes, and creative community. Through both her teaching and artistic practice, she encourages people to slow down, observe, and embrace the creative process without fear of making mistakes.
Her encouraging teaching style makes this workshop ideal for beginners as well as anyone looking to reconnect with their creativity.
Join Us
Whether you’re looking for a new creative hobby, a mindful way to relax, or simply a day to immerse yourself in art, Introduction to Zentangle® is the perfect opportunity.
Introduction to Zentangle® with Ashwini
Date: Saturday 8 August
Time: 10.00am – 4.00pm
Location: The Learning Connexion, 182 Eastern Hutt Road, Lower Hutt
Come and discover how a few simple lines can become a beautiful work of art, and a mindful creative practice you’ll enjoy long after the workshop ends.
For more information on this class and to book, visit our booking site.
Find out more about our weekend workshops and evening classes or contact us at 0800 278 769 or email info@tlc.ac.nz
