9x12" graphite on paper
By: Beverly Gurganus
I discovered zentangle a few years ago and love it. I like the random design from a single thread (similar to a scribble) and then letting the art take its own form, but lately I've been wanting to take it in another direction. I have seen Zentangles incorporated with various subjects, and the zentangle/portrait draws my attention the most...I decided to give it a go.
Above is my first attempt. I used a photo of Angelina Jolie as a reference and the piece developed from there. Most of my Zentangles are done in fine tip sharpe, and I debated on using sharpe here. I finally decided to keep the entire piece graphite so there will be an even flow throughout the piece and not letting the zentangle over power the portrait.
