An artistic craze which is sweeping the US is adult coloring books. There are so many out there that you can find one for just about any subject.
I loved to “color” when I was a kid. I loved to try and make the pictures I colored look life-like, and even tried my amateurish hand at shadowing and perspective. I must admit I still love to color, and these books are wonderful creative outlets.
I have several books with pictures called Mandala in them. The back of one of these books explains Mandala this way
“An ancient form of meditative art, mandalas are known for their restorative power as well as their ability to provide tranquility and a sense of self”
I have spent many hours coloring the intricate images, and have enjoyed the peace they bring. My problem has become, not how to color the pictures, but what to do with them when I'm finished.
I have discovered that Mandala make beautiful greeting cards, and provide me with another creative outlet. Once the image is complete, it can be cut to the size of a card top, and glued to a blank. The images can then be decorated with glitter, or ribbons, or any number of things. You have then produced a personal piece of art that you can give to someone for their enjoyment as well.
The photos in this post are of my own personal work. I enjoyed coloring the images and creating the greeting cards. So far, everyone who has received on of these cards has asked where I got them as the recipient wanted to purchase some to send to friends.
If you are artistic, but don't have confidence in your own “free hand” efforts, try using the coloring books and making your art there.
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Kate, the Busy Boomer
