About this Event
The Magic Mandala
A Creative Workshop with Lynda Fish
A mandala is an ancient symbol of wholeness and harmony. This workshop will introduce
you to the beautiful, meditative and self-reflective process of drawing a mandala and give you the
tools to create on your own. If you can write the letters of the alphabet you can draw a mandala!
We will be working on black paper with colored pencils. Have some fun and let your inner artist out.
All art supplies will be provided for your use.
Circular shapes have have been important throughout history:
Sanskrit Circle - symbol of the cosmos
Stained glass windows in Gothic Cathedrals - rose windows are mandalas
A compass with 4 quadrants - gives direction
Stonehenge - dates from the neolithic age
A Labyrinth - a walking meditation has been used throught history
Native American Sand Paintings - for ceremonial events
Yin and yang - T’ai chi - circular Chinese symbol of harmony and the comingling of opposites
Hildegrad of Bingen (1098-1179) Her illuminated manuscripts contained many mandalas
Carl Gustav Jung - drew his first mandala in 1916
Even a snowflake!
About Lynda:
Drawing and painting have always been a part of my life. As
a child growing up, I was always sketching - trying to capture a likeness and an
understanding of the world around me. I went to art school in Boston and worked
as a creative director in advertising agencies and corporations as well as my own
business, but fine art continued to be a part of my life. I now work in acrylics,
watercolor and collage. My art revolves around doors and windows, mandalas,
nature and the abstract. I have an affinity to Wabi-Sabi and appreciate old worn
textures and the beauty of imperfection. Handwriting and postage stamps often
find their way into my work, as I keep a journal and enjoy handwritten letters and postcards.
I LOVE to inspire others to be playful with making art. Join me for a fun and
creative workshop!
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
4012 Cortez Rd W suite 2105, 4012 Cortez Road West, Bradenton, United States
USD 45.00
