Creative work is for me a very own kind of language; a feeling of freedom, appreciation, relaxation and letting go. Creativity is an individual expression of needs, desires and uniqueness – a crucial part for my holistic well-being.

Working creatively, whether painting, sewing or gardening, has taught me over time to act more and more intuitively and instinctively – a boon to the mind and soul.

In my online courses and the courses in my studio at the Kunst und Werkhof36 in Stade, I want to open a world of creativity in which everything is possible – show a creative path in which you follow the voice of your heart and learn to trust your own intuition.

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The language of Zentangle art – a language of patterns and shapes – is like a door opener to creativity. I get inspiration, ideas and answers free of expectations and concerns.

So even when creating Zentangle Art, I reach a state of relaxation where my intuition can flow freely.

In the beginning it was the curiosity and the fun to try something new – the Zentangle art – but quickly other wonderful qualities were added. Being more involved with the Zentangle method has shown me how easy it is to be creative – and free from perfectionism, expectations, self-criticism, pressure to perform, disappointment and hectic.

I like the surprises I get when I finish my little work of art. Sometimes I start drawing and think, oops, that looks “interesting”, that “interesting” when something is rather not to one’s taste. Or I draw and think, oh that’s so not my style, or preferred proportion, shape … or or or. Lordy, it can happen so fast and I’m beyond the limit of my comfort zone – a challenge – but also an experience that has taught me: to stay relaxed, not to judge, to keep going. So often something surprisingly new emerges from such bumpy beginnings, a new creative direction in which I can continue to develop. It’s almost like the childlike curiosity, free of expectations and judgment, that so often gets lost over time.

There are many beautiful and effective ways to bring body and mind to rest and to slow down yourself down. For me, the Zentangle art is a beautiful way to relax my often so restless mind with all its useful and seemingly useless thoughts. Especially since creating this little work of art can be effortlessly integrated into everyday life, it does not require a lot of effort, space or time. You can even at “interesting ;-)” events secretly tangle under the table!

Zentangle® has enlivened my joy and freedom in artistic creation and experimentation. Trusting intuition, calm and non-judgmental, completely new views and perspectives open up to me in creative work and also in everyday life.

Life is a form of art and everyone is an artist.
And it is a great pleasure for me to share this experience with you!