Episode 1: How to Draw Mandalas for Beginners

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[@Qsquires]

Why would anyone dislike this video. Ignore them! You rock!!!!

[@prathore116]

Hilma Sinkinson check mine & give your support by subscribing if u like it

[@GreatnessInspired]

Great video! I've been colouring them for years and thought it was hard to draw my own. This made it look so easy. Thank you.

[@TrueNorthArts]

+GreatnessInspired That is exactly what I was hoping my videos would do...show how easy it is.

[@FreohrKarst]

mandala for beginners......nice. i tried to draw a circle and it came out a perfect triangle

[@CrazyLady68]

Hi am so amazed at all the coloring techniques I am seeing I have colored with my kids and friends for so long yet I never knew about all these techniques and I love mandal's I have a few mandala colouring books and would like to learn to color them so they come out nice and colourful so please keep the videos coming I am having a lot of fun learning about mandalas and how to color them .

[@TrueNorthArts]

Thanks for your note. I'm happy that you are enjoying my videos. I see that you love to color mandalas. Have you tried drawing them? It is really fun to color the mandalas that you draw.

[@CrazyLady68]

yes I drew my first ever mandala the other night will post a pick for you as soon as my drop box has it available to post I am not sure about it as it did not turn out as round as I wanted but pretty close.

[@michelenunyabiz7776]

Where are you? Why aren't you still making vids? You are an awesome teacher!!

[@flair4crafts894]

Please tell us about the colors and pens for coloring the luminous mandalas and the one on this video. Thanks

[@TrueNorthArts]

Swing by my website on this page here: 100mandalas.com/2015/09/30/how-to-draw-mandalas/ You'll find my show notes where I dish on the supplies that I use. After looking this over, if you have specific questions, let me know. I'm an open book. :)

[@flair4crafts894]

Thank you, I will look into it

[@kulluarts]

So nice

[@maggieanderson3778]

I can hardly wait to get started drawing. Thank you for being so encouraging. They all are so pretty. I think I will accept your challenge to draw 100 mandalas in 100 days.

[@TrueNorthArts]

Fabulous! Be sure to get more resources over on my website: www.100mandalas.com. You can also download the first chapter of my book that will add to what you learned in this video. Get that here: www.100mandalas.com/book

[@SusanMJB45]

I'm a mandala beginner and I found your book - which I really love !!! I wish that you would do more videos like this for those of us who are beginners. Watching someone else draw a mandala is really helpful for a beginner like me. Thanks !!!

[@TrueNorthArts]

I'm so glad you found this video helpful and love my book. I have a series of ten videos that are part of my drawing I course. Learn more here: www.100mandalas.com/draw

[@shahinoorbegum3256]

Oh thank u 😊 Ur design and steps r very useful for my drawing abilities And I really do appreciate that. Ur tutorial episodes made a perfect way to improve my drawing designs. Thx a million😁 Greetings from Bangladesh 🇧🇩

[@TrueNorthArts]

I'm so glad you found this tutorial helpful.

[@shahinoorbegum3256]

My pleasure 😇

[@junebug_8976]

Very helpful to see this freehand method. As a beginner, I have found the super-symmetrical tutorials on KZbin too challenging. Thank You 💚🧡

[@marcusgearsdeadsilence1007]

i was scare to draw a mandala. i said its to difficult but with your explanation,i did it and i was enjoy drawing a mandalas. THOUSAND THANKS FOR YOU.

[@TrueNorthArts]

Yeah!!! No need to be scared. Mandalas are for everyone!

[@chandrankgf]

Very great work.thanks madam.

[@middleClassKitchen33]

Wow beautiful 👍

[@artbytessiejo7218]

Hi, how did you paint the mug and what materials did you use, or did you have it made elsewhere with your design?

[@TrueNorthArts]

I drew the design using paint markers. Sharpies make a variety of metallic colored markers. For a permanent design look for oil based pens.

[@artbytessiejo7218]

Thank you! I have heard of using the Sharpie Oil based markers, and have heard that they can be dishwasher safe, but I have found out nowhere if they are safe to drink from if you put the designs near the lip area. Do you know if they are safe or not? Thanks!

[@TrueNorthArts]

I'm not sure if it is safe. One idea is to draw a design that would leave that area open.

[@artbytessiejo7218]

I was thinking about that. Thanks! Oh, and by the way, your mug is gorgeous!

[@sanjeevchhibber1136]

Finally found the perfect 1 and easiest 👌🏻☝🏻🤠😺😺

[@tinayoga]

Kathryn -- THANK YOU so much for providing the beautiful downloadable (and Free!) Mandala Coloring Pages. I am having a blast coloring them!! What a wonderful service you are providing to us. And learned a whole lot from your Video #3 on using colored pencils. Tina in Silver Spring, MD

[@kulluarts]

Tina Slater nice I make different mandala

[@mukitamanandhar6036]

this is soo easy and your words are soo kind and supportive, LOTS OF LOVE

[@TrueNorthArts]

I'm so happy that you enjoyed it. I did record one podcast episode about a year ago. One of these days I'll get back to that project. You may enjoy that first episode that includes a brief meditation. 100mandalas.com/2016/01/03/podcast-episode-1/

[@mukitamanandhar6036]

Thankyou soo much for replying, actually i was really into making mandala nd doodles nd found your video and im soo glad i did,.... I hope i mandala my world soon as well :D

[@alihany6747]

you make me love mandala . it's so awesome.

[@Jimijmay]

I’ll take u up on that challenge

[@TrueNorthArts]

Excellent!

[@wendybrandonrealtor4386]

Thank you so much for making these. I was made aware of your channel while I was in the hospital :-). It brings joy to my heart seeing other people create beautiful things.

[@TrueNorthArts]

I'm so happy that you discovered my videos, especially at a time when you needed it the most. Have you seen my website and the mandala event that I'm hosting online? Check it out here: www.100mandalas.com

[@wendybrandonrealtor4386]

Yes I did look at your website :-)

[@TrueNorthArts]

Awesome!

[@kaylanicole8747]

I absolutely love this vide! Thank you so much for taking the time to make this!

[@estellemartin9823]

It's so easy and helpful. I used it for my schoolwork and it looked epic😁😁😁

[@lilyjoy0257]

This is way easier than the ones that you need to make perfect circles

[@TrueNorthArts]

There are so many ways to create mandalas. Have fun exploring them.

[@chesswy1139]

Mylifeaslilyc that is sooooo right

[@kulluarts]

Mylifeaslilyc nice I make mandala

[@Vampiressmel]

May I know how do you decide what kind of pattern you want to use?

[@hveintimillac]

I love the way you explain the steps. Greetings from Ecuador!

[@jannahchowdhury9743]

beautiful mandala desighn . please make more of theese

[@artifexmom3824]

Thanks for sharing your nice tutorial about mandala. I least i can learn more about mandala arts. ☺️💕👍🏻 Hello 👋🏻 I’m your newest follower.☺️👍🏻 God bless and please keep safe always. ☺️🙏🏻

[@carolyn1173]

The most difficult part for me was the fourth step ? The next step right after the inner flower. The pointy leaf looking thingies that are also nearer to the outer edge of the mandala. They kind of remind me of brackets. Hope I described them accurately ;-) Is there a secret to drawing these ? GREAT tutorial, and very encouraging !

[@TrueNorthArts]

Oh those do take a little practice. For the longest time I could draw the one on the left and found mirroring it on the right was tricky. Practice. Practice. Practice. For more shape ideas check out the first chapter of my book. You can download it here: mandala.leadpages.co/freechapter/

[@rino70s]

lovely mandala

[@CrazyLady68]

Hi I drew my Mandala a couple nights ago its posted in the adult coloring world wide group timeline page

[@TrueNorthArts]

There are so many great FB groups for sharing mandala art.

[@joycedavies1841]

Interesting...you keep repeating the center flower motif, making it more elaborate. I trace sections with tracing paper building up the circle. I'll try your method next.Lovely color scheme.

[@TrueNorthArts]

There are so many methods and approaches to drawing mandalas. It is so fun to explore them all!

[@Pila426]

Impressive! Love that the mandala was made free hand. :)

[@KathrynCostaArtist]

They are super fun to make!

[@ronaldnollet1461]

love your channel Kathryn keep it up cheers from Australia

[@ccpeyton2367]

Look at you! You did great! I'm loving your new set up and site! And the other surprises! Congratulations! CC aka Minerva ♥

[@sudhalsv4921]

Thanks for this video. You helped me conquer the fear of starting. It came out very well for me, considering this is my first time drawing a mandala

[@honeybun1320]

Wow!! So cool

[@werdahzafar4571]

Hii!! I'm a beginner and I got inspired from my brother cuz he's always drawing things. And he's been using ur channel. I just wanna say that ur awesome and this beginner video is just the one I needed. Thank u for ur effort!! 👌🏻👌🏻

[@TrueNorthArts]

That is so cool that you discovered my channel from your brother. Have you seen my book? Download the first chapter here: mandala.leadpages.co/freechapter/

[@veritasca24]

So beautiful the fluid way you draw and color the mandala! Wonderful to have this resource. Love your website too. Did you create the website yourself?

[@TrueNorthArts]

+veritasca24 I did create my website using WordPress. I have new videos in the works. Stay tuned!

[@bunnybaby2657]

Your eyes are so gorgeous!!!!!!!!!

[@windygail3071]

hi. after scetching a mandala which is a good black pen to draw in the lines before erasing pencil and coloring in? thanks! love your video!

[@TrueNorthArts]

+Windy Rodriquez I share the tools and supplies that I used for this video in the show notes on my website. Each item is linked to Amazon so you can see exactly what I like to use. bit.ly/draw-mandala

[@domainofdotart6125]

very nice video. I have a question do you practice things like making the pointed leaf shape independently of your mandala production or have you just gotten good at it by drawing lots of mandalas . Thank you.

[@prathore116]

TDOD Center check out mine & subscribe to my channel if u want more by me

[@Daanyaal007]

Love this video

[@TrueNorthArts]

Thanks for dropping a comment. I appreciate hearing from you.

[@catherineveleker6822]

Love your book.

[@andreagreen571]

Loved your video!! Thank you so much for creating a video for beginners. I am so excited I can not wait to get started. You make it look so simple but I know the key is practice and practice some more. Thanks for sharing.

[@kulluarts]

Andrea Green I make different mandala design

[@ashlynzeldin5870]

What Pens do you recommend

[@claytonkennedy8905]

I do very abstract mandalas but I haven't posted any on my instagram cuz I was a little skeptical and this helped also what is the name of that small sketchbook

[@TrueNorthArts]

Hi Clayton, You'll find the supplies that I use on my website. Here is a link to the videos that I've published. Each page has the show notes. 100mandalas.com/2015/09/30/how-to-draw-mandalas/ I too enjoy working intuitively to create abstract mandalas. The one's that I demonstrate in the videos are what many people are interested in learning after coloring mandalas. Often people associate the radial balance designs with mandalas. As you know there are many more possibilities to explore within the circle.

[@anashilinsky]

Thank;s so much for your tips, I just try to star with the mandalas, and this help me a lot,

[@nancydavidson2258]

I'm going to try this. Did you use gel pens?

[@TrueNorthArts]

You can certainly use gel pens for your mandala. For a listing of the supplies that I use in my videos, visit my website. I have show notes for each video. The show notes for this video are found here: 100mandalas.com/2015/09/14/how-to-draw-a-mandala-for-beginners/

[@shiyamaabdulrasheed1865]

For me it was a very good experience

[@mirandamendoza733]

Great video! I drew a mandala with your steps and I fell in love with it! Whenever I am going to draw another one do you recomend a normal pen or will it be better to use a ball point pen?

[@TrueNorthArts]

You can use any drawing materials that you have on hand and that you like. I love Micron pens for drawing. If you enjoyed this video, be sure to check out my book, "The Mandala Guidebook." www.100mandalas.com/book

[@naturallol4153]

+100Mandalas Wow a mandala for beginners? I could say for experts at drawing like you! Continue that way! Greetings from BULGARIA!

[@jayteadesigns]

Thanks so much for posting these videos, they are of a great help!

[@gunjanmittal6698]

OMG!!! U r awesome Loved ur work

[@maryannevangelista716]

Thank you so much for your sincere, professional and delightfully inspiring presentation! I have just found your site and have already begun your 100 Mandala day challenge! this is so much fun! Just lovely!

[@TrueNorthArts]

I'm so happy that you found my KZbin channel and enjoyed the video! Have you seen my book, "The Mandala Guidebook?" It is packed with mandala projects with clear step-by-step instructions. www.100mandalas.com/book Have fun with creating mandalas!

[@firasfisal2332]

what set are u using (copics) in this video? i want to buy one but idk which one is good for colouring mandalas

[@TrueNorthArts]

+Firas Fisal I buy individual markers in the open stock. You can find links to the products that I use in the show notes here: 100mandalas.com/2015/09/14/how-to-draw-a-mandala-for-beginners/

[@gidbro3345]

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[@TreyDubzz]

Looks great! I just started drawing and hope to share and learn from you all. Liked and subscribed! Be blessed!

[@TrueNorthArts]

Fantastic! Great to meet you! Be sure to check out my website: www.100mandalas.com

[@TheAccessoryGirl]

This was so helpful! Thank you! :)

[@sushiplushietm4932]

I'm completely new here, and i hope i find a place somewhere on that channel like you said! ;)

[@jujaistotallyawesome2523]

That video helped improve my mandalas so much so thank you 100 times and more

[@mamtaarora7277]

may i knw wich black pen u have used to draw

[@TrueNorthArts]

Get a list of the tools that I used in this video: bit.ly/draw-mandala

[@junghwapil3650]

Thank you . I love it.

[@DesignImpex]

Mandala main Bana he Nahi pata hu Kaise banau koi tips dejeye plz

[@kathryncosta2323]

I don't understand your question. Can you translate it into English?

[@JuneRamsamy]

Thank you so much for the video, and loving the website...you have got me very inspired. Thanks x

[@rogersalais8351]

wow i wanted to draws these so much but didn't think i can do it but now since i saw this i think i can do it

[@TrueNorthArts]

That's great! Swing by my website to get the details of some mandala coloring and creating contests that I'm hosting in my Mandalafest event. It's happening this week so don't delay. Go to www.100mandalas.com/mandalafest.

[@chipblock2854]

What weight of paper are you using. When I use Copic pens the seem to bleed through even on very thick paper. Maybe I am pressing too hard or it's not a big deal to have bleeding.

[@TrueNorthArts]

All alcohol markers bleed through paper. Water based markers do not. I cover different mediums and their characteristics in my color I course. Check it out at www.truenortharts.com/color

[@teddycheung9552]

thank you for sharing, you 've made it easy

[@shaziadoc]

wowww.. datz really helpful...not juz for the beginner...

[@TrueNorthArts]

+SHAZ I'm so happy that you found it helpful! Thanks for leaving a comment.

[@Seek-God-First]

Excellent tutorial! Thank you so very much and what beautiful art work you do!

[@giuseppina66]

Scusi volevo sapere che tipo di colori usa grazie

[@lilapopcheff6021]

Great stuff Kathryn - Congratulations on your newest venture! I look forward to the series and I love your website too, filled with lots of information and ideas - I wish you all the best

[@richasharma7038]

Kinda like karen

[@clairehaines4851]

Thanks so much for this great video! You make it look easy!

[@ayushir3601]

This is absolutely beautiful and you are an inspiration!:)

[@TrueNorthArts]

+Blue_Cadillacs 0111 ahhhhhh! I'm delighted that you enjoyed this video. Have fun making mandalas!

[@sheetalmordani3013]

wow thanks for sharing

[@dorythunder1618]

so satisfying to watch, thanks for sharing

[@rochelpeneyra4636]

how to join the circle pls tell me

[@TrueNorthArts]

Learn more about the Sharing Circle and join here: www.100mandalas.com/2016/09/16/sharingcircle/

[@hanaarowe4287]

Where do you get the pens and markers?

[@TrueNorthArts]

Amazon.

[@hanaarowe4287]

100Mandalas Thank you! 😊

[@bakewithheena996]

from where did u buy that sketching book!

[@TrueNorthArts]

I buy most of my supplies online. Here is a list of all the supplies I used in this video: 100mandalas.com/2015/09/14/how-to-draw-a-mandala-for-beginners/

[@jenniferwang8885]

I drew it and it is so PRETTY

[@TrueNorthArts]

Yay!

[@duyguakinci2415]

❤

[@user-pq1cz4zc5j]

what is that music. name??

[@vriddhi_talkss]

new subscriber😊

[@veesvoyages]

Beautiful mandala! Thanks for sharing the tutorial :)

[@rachelemartignago6201]

grazie! you help me so much! i love drawing but I'm not too good, you really really help me, thank you from the bottom of my heart♡

[@TrueNorthArts]

You are so welcome! Have you seen my book, "The Mandala Guidebook?" You can download the first chapter which will give you some more ideas for drawing mandalas. Get it here: mandala.leadpages.co/freechapter/

[@rachelemartignago6201]

100Mandalas oh my god, thank you!

[@mawesome100]

Which r these colours...

[@TrueNorthArts]

Check out the show notes on my website for the details: 100mandalas.com/2015/09/14/how-to-draw-a-mandala-for-beginners/

[@kmlimb]

thats awesome

[@closeclose3326]

Beautiful 💗

[@prathore116]

Meera And Noora u can check mine & subscribe to my channel if u want more by me. ☺

[@chachaolala2345]

This is soooooo helpful!! Thank you so much! 😀

[@TrueNorthArts]

I'm so happy that you found it helpful. Have you seen my other videos?

[@madeleine9148]

wow! It's so easy! Thank you for this video! :)

[@kayscorner5126]

I use the same supplies as you

[@esheaharris843]

i drawed it i tried you did very good i will subscribe

[@kellygass5607]

Wow! Cool

[@rin-xx8de]

i love the video so much thank you for this video

[@TrueNorthArts]

+‫سوير‬‎ You are so very welcome. I'm happy that you enjoyed it!

[@mariamercedestrujilloarango]

Great video Kathryn!!! And love the website 😊

[@TrueNorthArts]

+Maria Mercedes Trujillo A (MagaMerlina) Thank you Maria! I think I'm off to a good start on my videos. I definitely need to practice and to dial it in. I love the new website too and look forward to adding to it in this next year. Thanks for stopping by!

[@lineellingsen3486]

Beautiful

[@nicolewooldridge3297]

Just what I was looking for, thank you

[@lucykearns7916]

it looks great ; }

[@chesswy1139]

this is so simple i am subcribing :))

[@TrueNorthArts]

Thanks. You'll find a ton of ideas for creating mandalas in my book. The Mandala Guidebook.

[@paperstrate7554]

now that was fun....

[@N19P85]

Thenk You :D from Germany :D

[@TrueNorthArts]

It is wonderful to connect with so many from all over the world. It goes to show that mandalas are truly universal.

[@annettesiverson]

Beautiful!

[@mujahidnazir1555]

it's not beautiful duh it's ugly