The Art of Mandala Drawing: Create Geometric Patterns

Begin by getting to know Lizzie. Hear about her artistic journey and see some of her artwork. She shares her sources of inspiration, like nature, literature, and music, and how they manifest in her work.

Get a deeper understanding of mandalas by learning their history. Discover their various uses around the world, in nature, science and psychology. Explore the origins of mandalas and how they can be a guide for self-reflection.

Go through the materials needed before practicing different drawing methods and exercises. Lizzie shares a custom template to help you practice techniques like hatching, line work, stippling (dot work), and layering. Learn how to create patterns and see how to work with negative space in your drawing. Then, get inspired and create the concept for your mandala.

Dive into your artwork and start drawing your final piece. Learn how to draw a grid template as a foundation before sketching your design in pencil. Give your mandala shape by tracing over your sketch with ink. Once the line work is complete, add depth and detail with shading and balancing the negative space.

Wrap up the course by adding the final touches to your work. Hear Lizzie’s tips and tricks for photographing your work in the best light. She also shares her process when digitizing her work ready to print or share on social media.