Beginner Series | Walking the Dots & Swooshes | Basic Dot Mandala Patterns for Beginners

In this video we are going to explore the very basic dot mandala patterns you should know to get started. This consists of regular dots, "walking the dots" and swooshes. These 3 simple patterns will give you the base that you need in order to begin mandala painting and from there you can start incorporating more complex patterns. As a beginner it's important to keep it simple!
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[@hauibudsgirl]

Thank you so much for explaining all the details on how to do the dots.

[@omacollins5725]

I thank you for being such a great teacher! I'm new by a few months; and very glad I found this tutorial. Going to watch some more of your teachings.

[@cah7767]

I love these tutorials, so very helpful. I need lots of practice, and maybe to slow down. Thank you so much!!!

[@denisehowie3716]

Thanks so much for these very informative tutorials. Such tiny changes in technique makes such a difference.

[@cathymilson4386]

I wish this video was around when I was just beginning. So detailed and wonderfully explained. I think I need to practice a few things again. Thanks so much for this series.

[@Kris-SD]

Excellent

[@florpadilla2095]

Thank you very much for all the knowledge you share with all of us ❤❤❤❤

[@mutzireitz4123]

I need these simple applications to begin. Thank you.

[@maxinesutherland1116]

LOVE these tutorials. It’s easy to become overwhelmed with all the videos and tutorials out there. Getting back to basics is great! Will also be sticking with one tutor ;) Thank you!!

[@patriciawilliams8416]

One of the best tutorials I have seen for beginners ! Great job....Thank you ! I will look forward to more from you!

[@DotMandala]

Merci pour ces conseils très précieux notamment pour les swooshes 🙏✨👌

[@sandradavis847]

Thanks

[@melaber77]

SO helpful! Gonna go practice now!

[@LBio2]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge!!!

[@stacypayton5809]

Great tutorial! Thank you!

[@barbaramitchell6910]

Thank you Demi! This is so helpful!

[@cespinozam1]

Excellent just what I was looking for, thank you

[@AkankshaSinghmandala]

Thanks you so much sharing this video ❤❤...I m begginer it will be really helpful for me.

[@lisettewurster3648]

Do you happen to have a link to your paint pot strip? Looking for one, but can’t seem to find one that holds a decent amount of paint

[@volz63]

I just saw on another video she gets them at Hobby Lobby

[@nancy9704]

Wonderful tutorial video. I'd love to see how you made the flower of life at 0:52. That is so small. Really gorgeous. Now I need to watch the rest of the video. LOL

[@karenbrown9889]

Great, l had asked for a tutorial last time I commented , then found this tutorial. “Dotting Rod” I need to buy also the” stylus tools “ will I find them in an arts store? Thanks for your being a good teacher.

[@tinamcelyea5972]

Where did you purchase your paint holders?

[@melissadmartin1293]

Could you tell the colors that are used? Love how bright they are!

[@jannapackard3910]

Wonderful explanations. I will have to try fabric paints. Nuvo drops are pretty expensive for me here in Canada. Thanks for the idea.

[@deepakmahajan1992]

Really n8ce information

[@saeedashahnaz]

14:05

[@Ruth-ty2fw]

What a Beautiful in Every way video. So thoughtful and calming. And you fingernails! LOVELY 🐞

[@jayatara1151]

How do I give a matter finish to the painting ?

[@priya-ek7dm]

Can you kindly let me know the colour name of this palette?

[@brendacooper7944]

Are both ends of nail dotting tool the same?

[@brendacooper7944]

Should have waited to ask because you answered in video. I'm so excited to give it a try. You are an excellent demonstrator, easy to understand. Thank you so much.

[@deepakmahajan1992]

Please use simple tools its easy for beginners ( tramparent one)

[@deepakmahajan1992]

My squishes are not coming in good tip