The Book of Zentangle Softcover Paperback
[Book Introduction]
<Anything is possible, just one stroke at a time> Zentangle is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun method that allows you to create beautiful images using structured patterns.
Founders Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas personally describe this popular art form, its origins, and how it works, through words and images. People of different ages, backgrounds, and skill levels, regardless of whether they believe they have an artistic talent or ability, can learn Zentangle, enjoy the drawing process, and create beautiful Zentangle artwork.
[Author Biography]
Rick Roberts has many years of experience as a monk, so he has a deep understanding of Eastern Zen philosophy and is also familiar with printing, typesetting and photography.
Maria Thomas is a renowned typography artist and botanical illustrator. In today's busy and stressful lives, they hope to use Zentangle, a simple yet beautiful art form, to allow more people to relieve stress and enjoy the pleasure of creation!
Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas have been promoting Zentangle art since 2004, conducting numerous workshops for various organizations across the United States and successfully applying it in schools, hospitals, nursing homes, and mental health facilities. Since 2009, they have been running Zentangle Certification Seminars (CZT Training Seminars), attracting many Zentangle enthusiasts from around the world who participate and obtain certification each year. Currently, they have Certified Zentangle Teachers (CZTs) in over 40 countries worldwide, and their online community is also very active.