Mindful Marks: Paul Klee Tutorial

Slow Down, Make Art, and Create a Castle

Introducing the second mini-project in the Mindful Marks series—designed to help you cultivate mindfulness through art. In a world that often feels chaotic, I wanted to offer a creative escape—something soothing, immersive, and meditative. I’ve found that rhythmic, repetitive art has a unique way of drawing you in, quieting the mind, and inviting a sense of flow.

My pen drawing for this project

To get the most out of this project, try this approach:

• Be fully present, focusing on the process rather than the final result.

• Immerse yourself in the act of drawing, allowing time to fade away.

• Let go of the pressure to make something “good” and enjoy the experience.

I hope this project brings you a sense of calm and creative joy.

Materials

• Pens

  • 3 pens in your chosen dominant hue– I chose blue

  • 2 pens in neutral hues– I chose gray and brown

  • 6 accent colors– go with your favorites

• Paper– I cut my 110 lb sheet down to 6”x 8”

The 11 dual tip pens I used for my drawing

Paul Klee Castle Tutorial

Thank you!

I hope you had fun and enjoyed the process. Please leave a comment if you enjoyed the tutorial— I have no other way of knowing if I should continue making these.

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