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.
While you pull out your materials and explore patterns on your tiles, the elves look to their surroundings to learn more about the objects that sparked such creativity in this revered artist.
On Day 6 of PP28, we spread our wings, take off, and land.
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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.
Join Molly and Martha as they, with Jen, guide you through the sixth lesson in this series.
We will release the videos in this series every day through December 16th via our newsletter, our website, the Zentangle YouTube channel, and the Zentangle Mosaic App.
Please share your creations on the Zentangle Mosaic App using the hashtags:
#PP28
#PP28Day06 and
#12DaysofZentangle2025
We have received many questions over the last five days about the books that are featured in the photos with the elves. We have compiled the information below if you are interested in learning more about the artist who sparked the inspiration for the 12 Days of Zentangle 2025.
- Leonardo. The Complete Drawings, by Frank Zollner and Johannes Nathan
- Isabella & Leonardo, by Francis Ames-Lewis
- Leonardo da Vinci, by Walter Isaacson
- Leonardo da Vinci Master Draftsman, by The Metropolitan Museum of Art
- Leonardo da Vinci and the Secrets of the Codex Atlanticus, text by Marco Navoni
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.
Might be the best project pack ever. Work’s currently so mad, I couldn’t draw even 1 stroke yet. But the videos are a real highlight every day and the artwork looks brilliant. Can’t wait for Christmas, when I can FINALLY put pen to paper and follow this amazing journey. Thank you for sharing this marvellous inspiration! <3
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Teresa L Hammond on
This is my favourite tile so far. Probably until the next video comes out. 😆 Great inspiration.
Claudia on
It just gets better every day! This project pack has been a delight to watch. I am looking forward to the video release every day and I enjoy watching it with a cup of coffee.
I love the layers and the different elements in this one. Truly a “flight” of imagination!
Suchitra Komandur on
Thank you as always for your guidance and inspiration. Sparks my own creativity and brings me joy. ❤️
Pamela Meeks on
Thank you as always for your guidance and inspiration. Sparks my own creativity and brings me joy. ❤️
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Viv on
I love the tableau of Alfie and friends every day.
Jessica on
Dione Greenberg on
Thanks for share da Vinci books
For sure I will dedicate time to draw it during Xmas time
Meritxell on
Thank you so much for the list of books! Perfect resources to dive into during this restorative season.
Becky Ruiz Jenab on