Hybrid: Tangling with Sister Monika in September
With Monika Ellis, OSB
September 4 - 25, 2025
Thursdays of Zentangle with Sister Monika
Tangling with the Zentangle method is a way of drawing simple, deliberate lines which come together to form a beautiful image. This type of image-making is relaxing, calming and prayerful. It is helpful for pain management and improving focus. It is fun!
This Program is for:
- Anyone who wants to spend some relaxed time with ink and paper to create beauty.
- No Art Experience Required. So, don’t be nervous.
- We will mostly be using the Zentangle method, which is my specialty.
- We will explore various Zentangle patterns.
- It is a simple method of making images with lines.
- Beginners are welcome
You will need this Materials:
- You will also need a fine-tipped black felt pen. I use a Micron 01. These can be purchased on line or at a Michael’s store, a Hobby Lobby store or any art supply store.
- You will need paper.
- Usually we use a 3.5 x 3.5″ card we call a “tile.” If you don’t have cardstock don’t worry
- You might find a used greeting card or product packaging that will work
- Even a sketch pad works great
- Also, have a pencil handing. Any old pencil will do.
- a tortillon (fancy name for a blending stick)
Bring your enthusiasm, too.
About the Facilitator

Monika Ellis, OSB
Sister Monika is a spiritual director, retreat facilitator, musician and artist. She is an enthusiastic Certified Zentangle Teacher (CZT) who loves to lead people into discovering the beauty of simple black lines on white paper . She has experienced how a Zentangle practice brings relief from pain, worry, and stress. It is a healing practice.
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