Dot Mandala Painting On Canvas - Cumnor Village Hall

Description

In this workshop you will learn the ancient practice of creating dot mandalas. These skills were practised by buddhist monks as a form of mindfulness and a way to enlightenment. This course is more in depth than the 'introduction to dot mandala' workshop, as you will learn to prepare and draw a grid to plan out a dot mandala design, and paint the design on a 20cm x 20cm canvas. After starting the day with a coffee and a short introduction, you will learn to draw a simple grid using a mandala stencil that will give you a basic plan to create simple dot mandalas. You will then be guided to complete a second more complex grid on a prepared 20cm x 20xcm canvas using a ruler, protractor and drawing compass that will give you the skills to tailor a grid to produce more complex mandala patterns. Using practice paper, you will have a demonstration on how to use the dotting balls and rods to create dotted patterns and swooshes to use in your design. You will then be guided through a dot mandala design on canvas. This workshop is for beginners, so no previous knowledge of dot mandala painting is necessary. However, this workshop is considered the next step if you have already completed the 'introduction to dot mandala painting' workshop. Although I can’t promise enlightenment, I can provide a fun and relaxed day.

What's included in the price?

• Practice paper. • Prepared canvas 20cm x 20cm x 1. • Acrylic paints. • All drawing tools (loaned). • Tea, coffee, biscuits. Please bring a packed lunch. Semi-skimmed cows milk is provided for drinks. Sorry, I do not provide for specific dietary requirements.

Cancellation policy

Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts

Maker

The Crafty Boater

with Craft Courses since 2018

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Originally starting out on my creative journey making rustic style wirework jewellery, I further developed my art skills to include folk art painting, dot mandala work, block printing, and folk art style felt designs. I have taught adults for many years within the NHS and university settings, earning a post graduate teaching qualification for adults along the way. I now enjoy teaching in a more relaxed atmosphere specialising in courses and workshops for adults. I run my workshops in Cumnor, Oxfordshire. I am also the creator and organiser of Crafty Boaters Handmade Markets in Lechlade-on-Thames