Harold, Nomi, Zander, Marasu, Alfie, and Icso reunite this holiday season to admire the art and wonder of the 15th century. Their curiosity leads them through illuminated manuscripts, collections of Renaissance artifacts, and treasures from the natural world. But perhaps what delights them most is the excuse to be together again, exploring these marvels side by side.
Over the next 12 days, the elves will dive into the inspiration behind Leonardo da Vinci's work right alongside you. While you pull out your materials and explore patterns on your tiles, they'll look to their surroundings to learn more about the objects that sparked such creativity in this revered artist.
Today, the gears are turning as we begin Project Pack No. 28!
Welcome to Zentangle Project Pack No. 28 and the first day of the 2025 Twelve Days of Zentangle!
As we venture forward in the world, we, as a species, become more. More educated, more efficient, more talented, more complex, more innovative, and more aware. Yet, in order to propel us in this forward motion, we still look back at those who came before us. We still take inspiration and guidance from discoveries and ideas from centuries ago.
In this Project Pack, we will travel back in time and visit a golden era of art that was deeply influenced by the rapidly changing philosophy, literature, music, science, and technology of the time. Join us as we explore new materials and techniques that pay homage to a timeless beauty that continues to enamor and impress us so many years later.
Today, we share two videos.
Join Rick and Maria as they introduce the theme and materials of this exciting project pack.
Then, tangle along with Rick as he and Maria guide you through the first lesson in this series.
Please share your creations on the Zentangle Mosaic App using the hashtags:
#PP28
#PP28Day01 and
#12DaysofZentangle2025
In this series, we use the materials in Zentangle Project Pack No. 28. If you do not have these materials, we encourage you to follow along with whatever you have at home.
Leave us your thoughts in a comment below, and each day, we will pick one commenter at random to receive a Zentangle surprise.
With gratitude
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Claudia on
Here to express gratitude for all the crew at Zentangle HQ. I’ve been tangling since 2012 (at least that’s the oldest dated tile I can find) and I love the calm and peace it brings to my life. Thank you!
Charlene on
The little elves bring such joy. I love spending time looking at the intricate and ornate environments you have created for them. They are so beautiful
Mary Margaret Yahnke on
This is wonderful! I love Da Vinci and I love renaissance tiles. I am looking forward to this series!
Suchitra Komandur on
Thank you another inspiring 12 Days of Zentangle. I look forward to this time every year. Watching Day 1 now and can’t wait to put pen to paper.
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Kendra Page on
This is so beautiful, and I’m so excited about this project pack and what’s to come!
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Deborah R on
Thank you for this beautiful start to the 12 das of ZT! It was very relaxing. Now time to start dinner!
Donna P on
What a great start to this wonderful project pack. I love the darker color of the tiles and most especially I love Leonardo da Vinci. Looking forward to tangling with you for the next 12 days.
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Robin Marshall on
Love this project pack already! I have to admit using chalk pencils is a favorite way of both adding color and shading. I look forward to the next one!
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catherine ( my grandchildren call me Mami) on
Oh how I love and admire Leonardo da Vinci and his art and inventions. To combine Leonardo and Zentangle is a dream come true. And this first day is a marvelous start to this wonderful time and the 12 days of Zentangle.
Thanks to everyone at ZTHQ for making this possible.
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