Billions of insects buzz, swoop, and crawl all over the world, but we rarely take the time to notice their bizarre beauty. This Zentangle® guide uses the strange shapes of bees, butterflies, stage beetles, and other bugs as the basis for beautiful designs. Step-by-step instructions help readers divide the outlines of these unusual creatures into smaller shapes. Readers learn basic Zentangle® patterns they can mix and match as they fill in their insects. They’ll use essential art techniques, such as shading, to make their creatures pop off the page. This therapeutic art form relaxes readers as they doodle unique creations. They’ll be thrilled as patterns build on each other to create intricate insects.

Billions of insects buzz, swoop, and crawl all over the world, but we rarely take the time to notice their bizarre beauty. This Zentangle® guide uses the strange shapes of bees, butterflies, stage beetles, and other bugs as the basis for beautiful designs. Step-by-step instructions help readers divide the outlines of these unusual creatures into smaller shapes. Readers learn basic Zentangle® patterns they can mix and match as they fill in their insects. They’ll use essential art techniques, such as shading, to make their creatures pop off the page. This therapeutic art form relaxes readers as they doodle unique creations. They’ll be thrilled as patterns build on each other to create intricate insects.

Every holiday is full of special symbols and decorations, and this Zentangle® guide teaches readers how to bring design into the festivities. Step-by-step instructions help readers divide holiday shapes, such as jack-o-lanterns, Christmas trees, and Easter chicks, into smaller parts. Readers will learn basic Zentangle® designs they can mix and match in unique ways as they doodle each holiday symbol. Up-close visuals help readers master patterns in simple steps. This calming exercise is a perfect way to relax any time of year, and readers will love the elaborate decorative art they are able to create following these engaging instructions.

From swooping owls to floating swans, birds are elegant creatures. This gorgeous guide teaches readers how to create Zentangle® birds of all shapes and sizes. Readers will love doodling in the beautiful outlines for penguins, hummingbirds, and other beloved birds. Step-by-step instructions help readers divide outlines into smaller shapes. They’ll learn basic Zentangle® patterns they can mix and match to fill their birds with unique designs. Up-close visuals break down complex patterns into easy parts. This relaxing art form will leave readers feeling peaceful, and they’ll love the intricate results.

The animal kingdom is full of fascinating textures, patterns, and shapes. This Zentangle® guide teaches readers how to tap into nature’s beauty through simple design. Readers will learn basic Zentangle® patterns they can mix and match to create uniquely tangled animals. Up-close visuals teach readers complex patterns in small, easy chunks. Step-by-step instructions show readers how to divide animal outlines into smaller shapes. They’ll learn how to use repetitive patterns to create different looks, such as scales for a crocodile or funky jaguar fur. This peaceful art form allows readers to relax as they doodle. They’ll be amazed at the intricate animals they create using repetitive patterns.

Dragons, fairies, unicorns, and other fantastical beasts come to life with the magic of Zentangle® in this detailed guide. Readers will master basic Zentangle® patterns they can mix and match to create unique mythical beasts. Up-close visuals break down dizzying patterns into simple parts. Step-by-step instructions help readers divide creature outlines into smaller shapes and fill them in with diverse designs. They'll learn how to use contrast and shading to make their fantasies pop off the page. This peaceful pastime results in elaborate works of art readers will cherish.

Sea creatures are some of the most bizarre and beautiful life-forms on our planet. Readers will learn to create Zentangle® seals, jellyfish, dolphins and other marine creatures that look as intricately gorgeous as their living counterparts. This hands-on guide introduces readers to basic Zentangle® patterns they can mix and match in original designs. Simple step-by-step instructions show readers a basic outline for each creature, how to divide into smaller shapes, and suggested patterns. A therapeutic art form, Zentangle® will give readers a sense of peace as they doodle original works. They’ll be amazed at how combining patterns can lead to complex, sea-inspired designs.

In A Dangle A Day, Angela Porter will guide you through adding charms and embellishments to your hand lettering and artwork to create your own dangling masterpieces. Dangles are a beautiful and whimsical art form for people who love coloring and tangles. A Dangle A Day features the artwork of Angela Porter, whom you may know as the author of the Color Me series. In this book, you will follow Angela's instructions to add charms and embellishments to letters and artwork. A Dangle a Day features more than 120 pieces of art for you to look to as you add stunning patterns and color to dangles, personalize your dangles with charms that are unique to you, and create dangle words from a variety of highly detailed alphabets. Dangles are a perfect way to accentuate your stationery, invitations, lettering, scrapbook, journals and more; so if you like coloring, tangling, or lettering, you'll love to dangle!

"40 more tangles. Sequel to Zentangle basics and 2."--Cover.

Drawing Insects For Beginners Step by Step Guide to Drawing Bugs Table of Contents Drawing tools Warming up Pencil Rhino Beetle 9= Snail- eating Ground Beetle Stag Beetle Ink (pen & marker) Leaf Insect Grasshopper Domino Cockroach Color Bluebottle Fly Pangkin Dragonfly Blue Morpho Butterfly Author Bio Step by step methods to make drawing easy for the beginner. Look over our shoulder as we draw all of the insects. You will be able to practice and learn the shortcuts to creating realistic insect drawings using pencil, pens and colored pencils.