FIRST DAY: SEMESTER 2

Personal Mandalas

1. Create a mind map of all the things that make you YOU. Some categories to get you started: family decent, family members, places you have lived or traveled to, hobbies, favourites, accomplishments...etc

2. Draw a simple image to go with your ideas, ex. Windmill if family from Netherlands. I allow students to find resource images on the Internet if they need to.

3. Using pencil, draw a large circle on your draft paper, divide it into sections (like a mandala)

4. Sketch what your composition will look like. Using the inner, middle and outer layout. Remind students that the centre of the circle is a focal point and should contain something special.

5. Draw lightly so you can erase!

6. Using coloured pencils begin colouring your design. This is a good opportunity to show blending techniques and pencil pressure.

7. Take your time and enjoy the process. I can't wait to learn more about you through your personal Mandalas!

Visual Step-by-Step Guide:

https://www.art-is-fun.com/how-to-draw-a-mandala/