Are you drawn to the symmetrical beauty of geometric patterns but unsure how to create them for yourself? Are you a little nervous about using geometric construction tools such as compasses to create your art? Or perhaps you are a beginner artist intimidated by the thought of decorating and adding colour to your geometric patterns? Then this might just be the class for you! In this class, I will be guiding you, step-by-step, through the basics of how to use a ruler and compass to construct the iconic ‘flower of life’ mandala – a fundamental pattern that underlies many geometric designs. And I’ll also be demonstrating two simple watercolour techniques for adding an ‘ombré’ or gradient colour scheme to help finish your artwork off beautifully. Hi, I’m Clarissa, a geometric artist and experienced teacher, based in the UK. In my own creative practice I enjoy experimenting with different techniques to embellish and enhance the underlying geometry of my mixed media artworks.In this engaging short course I will share my tips and experience as I guide you through the steps of constructing, outlining and painting this elegant mandala.
