Nature's Mandala πΌ π π
Create your own mandala using the objects found in nature or around your home.
What will I need?
Objects found in nature, e.g., leaves, flowers, stones, sticks, etc.
Objects found at home, e.g., bottle caps, buttons, paperclips, jewelry, etc.
A flat surface
Steps:
Walk around and gather some materials you think would make a nice mandala.
Arrange your items in a circular pattern, starting from the center and working your way out.
Continue to build your mandala, adding layers, patterns, and textures as you see fit.
Tips, Guidance, Inspiration, and Science:
Want to keep going?
Take photos of what you made from different angles, and share
Spend some time contemplating what you made. Return to it later in the day, or the next day.
Invite others to join you in creating a mandala. It can be a fun collaborative activity.
Help! I'm stuck!
Look at traditional mandala designs for inspiration, but feel free to let your creativity flow.
Whatβs the science?
Marking art improves mood. De Petrillo, L. & Winner, E. (2005).
"The mandala is an archetypal image whose occurrence is attested throughout the ages. It signifies the wholeness of the Self." β Carl Jung