The Art of Mandala Drawing: Create Geometric Patterns
A course by Lizzie Snow , Visual Artist
Discover the meditative practice of mandala drawing by exploring ink techniques like hatching, line work, and stippling
Discover the meditative practice of mandala drawing by exploring ink techniques like hatching, line work, and stippling
Mandalas have a deep history connected to meditation and spirituality, dating back centuries throughout the world. They’ve been used as visual representations of energy, waves, or sound in science, and as a form of self-expression in art therapy. Over the last decade, visual artist Lizzie Snow has been using them as her way to convey her admiration of nature in her artwork.
Embark on a contemporary exploration of the mandala and discover the relaxing practices of its drawing techniques. In this course, Lizzie guides you to create striking mandalas through the use of ink, symmetry, and mindfulness.
What will you learn in this online course?
16 lessons & 19 downloads
- 97% positive reviews (489)
- 16,853 students
- 16 lessons (2h 6m)
- 19 additional resources (10 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English
- English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Create an original mandala with ink and drawing techniques.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is for anyone interested in mandala drawing or would like to improve their ink techniques.
Requirements and materials
No previous experience is necessary.
To take this course, you need a surface to draw on, like an illustration board or thick paper; ink or paint, a pencil, ruler, eraser, and a protractor or drawing compass. Access to an iPad with Procreate is optional but helpful.
Reviews
A course by Lizzie Snow
Lizzie Snow is a visual artist based in New Zealand and Canada. With a wide online following, Lizzie is known by her artist name, fortyonehundred. By the time she graduated from university, she had already become a full-time artist having done a number of exhibitions, international commissions, collaborations, and set up her own online shop.
Her work is inspired by fractals and patterns found throughout nature. Lizzie has collaborated with brands like Apple, Lululemon, Converse, Peugeot, TopShop, Blunt Umbrellas, Roy Henry Vickers, AllBirds, Whittaker’s, and more. She has also done a number of solo and group exhibitions throughout New Zealand, Canada and the UK.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
Background: Meanings and Definition of the Mandala
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Introduction to the Mandala
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Mandalas Around the World
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So, What is a Mandala?
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U3
Preparation
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Materials
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Drawing Exercises
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Concept and Inspiration
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U4
Creation of the Final Artwork
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Setting Up the Grid Template
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The Pencil Sketch
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Drawing With Ink
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Adding Detail & Depth with Shading 1
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Adding Detail & Depth with Shading 2
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U5
Final Touches and Digitalizing
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Final Touches
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Photographing Your Finished Artwork
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Digitizing Your Finished Artwork
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FP
Final project
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The Art of Mandala Drawing: Create Geometric Artwork
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shoshiplatypus
PlusMy first course. Loved it. A good teacher, and graciously including those not involved with the usual mandala spirituality, but just enjoy them as art. She helped me draw a project which celebrates my faith in Jesus, using the creativity He gave me. Great background, seeing mandalas everywhere! Like Lizzie I enjoy fractals in nature and want to include them in my art and develop my mandala skills further, thinking about themes and concepts, and balancing light and shade. Thank you, Lizzie!
clodie8
Really enjoy t’hospitalisa cour sème en if I am a very beginner and a slow learner….did send a very first draft yet will do another one and try and go to the end as if I want to post it and send to you
Love working with you …you are a soft and generous instructor and you are a very good teacher and coach
snichols6
PlusI have really enjoyed this course with Lizzie Snow! She is articulate, helpful, and has a very soothing demeanor. She is a generous instructor and a joy to learn from. I can't wait to create my own mandalas!
th_kanchasorn
So happy learning this course.
janechisnall
PlusInteresting and detailed course - goes into the breadth of mandala design, and how to achieve the look of intricate mandalas. Lizzie Snow is knowledgeable and well-educated in art, and provides students with the knowledge to try mandala art for themselves, and encourages looking further, at the wider world at art fractals! :)