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Learn the Zentangle® Method of meditative drawing
The Zentangle Method is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images. No artistic experience required!
upcoming classes and Workshops, fall 2025
Introduction to the Zentangle Method
The Zentangle Method is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. In this introductory class, you'll receive all necessary materials for the workshop and to continue your practice at home. You'll learn the 8 steps of the Zentangle Method, plus some introductory tangles and techniques. No artistic experience required—if you can write your name, you can create Zentangle art!
Dates & Time TBD
$35
Presented at The Art Box,
1155 Crozet Avenue, Crozet, VA
Supplies included
Dates & Time TBD
$20
Virtual Live Group Lesson, via Google Meet
Supplies: purchase from Zentangle.com before class
Zentangle Method Foundations
Discover the mediative practice of the Zentangle Method in this structured series. Each 90-minute class will teach fundamental techniques while helping students develop a repertoire of beautiful patterns. Experienced students will learn new tangles plus new ways to approach familiar tangles. Every class is different, so this series can be repeated as often as you like, although no prior experience is necessary. Class size is small, so students of different skill levels can learn together.
Zentangle Method Foundations, Dates & Time TBD
$120
Presented at The Art Box, 1155 Crozet Avenue, Crozet, VA
Supplies: bring your own basic Zentangle kit, or purchase one for $11.
Over four weeks, a dozen tangles will be presented and practiced, along with four tangle enhancers. Every student will receive step-out cards for the tangles and enhancers learned in class each week. Returning students will learn both new tangles and variations on familiar tangles.
The Zentangle® Method was created by Maria Thomas & Rick Roberts in 2003. Visit zentangle.com to learn more.
PAST Workshops, offered june 2025
Introduction to the Zentangle Method
The Zentangle Method is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. In this introductory class, you'll receive all necessary materials for the workshop and to continue your practice at home. You'll learn the 8 steps of the Zentangle Method, plus some introductory tangles and techniques. No artistic experience required—if you can write your name, you can create Zentangle art!
Saturday, June 14
$35
11:30 am - 12:30 pm at The Art Box,
1155 Crozet Avenue, Crozet, VA
Saturday, June 21
$35
11:30 am - 12:30 pm at The Art Box,
1155 Crozet Avenue, Crozet, VA
Enhancing Your Zentangle Tiles with Color
Once you're able to create Zentangle art with basic materials, begin to use color to enhance your tiles.
Colorful Precision, Saturday, June 14, 1:30pm-3:30pm
$40
Supplies: bring your own basic Zentangle kit, plus one or more colored fineliner pens from home or purchased before class
Discover how adding colored linework can transform your Zentangle art. In this workshop, you'll learn techniques for incorporating colored fineliner pens into your drawing toolkit to add visual interest to your tangles. We'll explore when and where to use color for maximum impact while maintaining the meditative essence of the Zentangle Method.
Gems & Pearls, Saturday, June 21, 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
$40
Supplies: bring your own basic Zentangle kit, plus a few other items that can be purchased before class—complete supply list upon registration.
Learn to add pizzazz to your Zentangle art by including gems and pearls. In this workshop, you'll first learn to create these elegant effects in grayscale using your basic tools, then advance to incorporating vibrant color for stunning gem effects. These enhancements add depth and visual interest that make your artwork pop.
The Zentangle® Method was created by Maria Thomas & Rick Roberts in 2003. Visit zentangle.com to learn more.
About Heidi Thorsen, CZT
About Me
I discovered the Zentangle Method in 2016, and became certified to teach the method in 2024. I love the meditative aspect of this art form; it helps me get into a flow state and forget about any stressors in my life. I also love how the limitations imposed by the method create the conditions to draw out and strengthen my own creativity. I think it's a great supplement to any other artistic or creative practice.
I'm currently offering various classes at The Art Box in Crozet, VA and monthly workshops at the Crozet Library. Online lessons are also an option, email me for more information. Follow me on Instagram (button below) to see what I'm working on today.