Pattern drawing for mental clarity and creative restoration
Let's explore patterns and take home finished pen and pencil art.
This class takes place IN PERSON on Saturday, March 7, 11am -1:00pm at our store — 1490 17th st in San Francisco, CA. Please contact nathaniel@archsupplies.com with any questions regarding workshops!
The Zentangle Method® is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. Whether you're bringing creative curiosity as a beginner or seeking active rest as a seasoned creative, you'll discover how this meditative drawing practice can quiet your mind, restore your energy, and jumpstart your creative flow.
Join Certified Zentangle Teacher Shasta Garcia to learn the basics of this accessible method for making art. Mindful drawing can be purely restorative and, or provide creative inspiration that shows up in your other artwork. It's shown up in Shasta's artwork in letterpress, watercolor, and ceramics!
Workshop takeaways
- Gain an understanding of the 8 steps of the Zentangle Method
- Learn how to draw patterns for infinite creative possibilities
- Discover drawing as a practice for active rest and mental clarity
- Use it to jumpstart your creative flow
- Walk away with finished art plus a blueprint for continuing your practice at home
Materials
- All materials included
- Includes supplies to continue your practice at home
About the instructor
Shasta Garcia is a designer, artist, and creativity coach with 20+ years working in creative fields. Built on the principle that taking care of our creativity is taking care of ourselves, her business Play Ethic Studio supports creative professionals and the creatively curious. She regularly teaches beginner-friendly workshops at Arch. Learn more at www.playethic.studio.
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Info about workshops at ARCH!
ARCH CLASS DISCLAIMER/CANCELLATION POLICY
NO refunds will be issued within 7 days of a class's scheduled start. We understand that things come up, but we have to adhere to this policy in order to support our staff and guest educators. Some special exceptions can be made with partial refunds and credits for future classes. More than 7 days before the class, please reach out to nathaniel@archsupplies.com to request a refund.
Please sign up for classes as early as possible, at least a week in advance allows us to continue with scheduled classes, and avoid any cancellations. Classes are first come, first serve. We cannot hold seats.
PHOTOGRAPHY CONSENT NOTICE
Photography, video, and arts and crafts occur at our store. All present at our classes are subject to photography, video, or artistic depiction. All are subject to ARCH photography being shared in marketing material, on our Instagram, website, etc.
TRANSPORTATION
ARCH is easily accessible by public transportation. The 22 Fillmore and 55 Dogpatch both stop two blocks away at 16th and Wisconsin. Public transit is recommended as parking in the area is mostly time restricted and may require you to leave the class to re-park your car.
PARKING
Hourly parking is available surrounding the store and Jackson park. We recommend arriving in the neighborhood early to secure parking. Please look closely at surrounding parking signs to ensure your needed length of parking.
FOOD AND AMENITIES
Unless your class or instructor notes otherwise, please do not bring food and drinks into the store (water bottles are OK), please reach out if you need an exception or accommodation for dietary or medical needs. There are a number of local cafes and restaurants surrounding the store if you want to visit them during class break - here are some of our recommendations within walking distance:
JBs Place - Fast, casual diner, conveniently located across the street from ARCH.
Magic Donuts - Sourdough donuts and coffee.
Thee Parkside - Drinks and casual eats.
Louie’s Original - Burgers, fries, desserts, and more.
Wolfe’s Lunch - Diner fare and Japanese/Korean dishes.
Connecticut Yankee - Casual food and drinks.
MORE INFO
ARCH is wheelchair accessible, and has a public restroom. Our store is kid and pet friendly, but must be left at home during classes. Trained service animals are of course welcome to accompany their person.
Please reach out to nathaniel@archsupplies.com with any workshop related questions!
