The Line. What is it? How is it used? What is its history?
We will be drawing lines, looking at lines, and talking about lines in this program day.
Come for philosophical discussion and some fun!
This retreat is for anyone who wants to spend a relaxing day with ink and paper.
No art background is necessary. We will mostly be using the Zentangle method, which is my specialty.
It is a simple method of making images with lines.____
We will begin and end with prayer. Morning Praise with the sisters is available.
You will need a black, thin, felt-tip pen.
S. Monika will provide paper and pencils if you are attending in person.
Bring your enthusiasm, too.
Facilitator
Monika Ellis, OSB
Sister Monika is a spiritual director, retreat facilitator, musician and artist. She recently became a Certified Zentangle Teacher (CZT) and is interested in helping people explore the world of art and its connection to the spiritual life. She has experienced how a Zentangle practice brings relief from pain, worry, and stress. It is a healing practice. Learn more about Monika Ellis, OSB
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Date & Time Details: Sat Feb 28, 2026 9 AM - 3 PM
Location: St Placid Spirituality Center
Contact: spiritualityctr@gmail.com
360-438-2595
Hybrid: The Sacred Art of the Line: An Exploration of Making Lines on Paper_
With Monika Ellis, OSB
February 28, 2026
The Line. What is it? How is it used? What is its history?
We will be drawing lines, looking at lines, and talking about lines in this program day.
Come for philosophical discussion and some fun!
This retreat is for anyone who wants to spend a relaxing day with ink and paper.
No art background is necessary. We will mostly be using the Zentangle method, which is my specialty.
It is a simple method of making images with lines.____
We will begin and end with prayer. Morning Praise with the sisters is available.
You will need a black, thin, felt-tip pen.
S. Monika will provide paper and pencils if you are attending in person.
Bring your enthusiasm, too.
Facilitator
Sister Monika is a spiritual director, retreat facilitator, musician and artist. She recently became a Certified Zentangle Teacher (CZT) and is interested in helping people explore the world of art and its connection to the spiritual life. She has experienced how a Zentangle practice brings relief from pain, worry, and stress. It is a healing practice.
Learn more about Monika Ellis, OSB
SISTERS SPEAK: OUR BLOG
Sisters post on our Blog monthly. See what our Sisters have to say about living Monastic Life in the 21st Century.
SR. LAURA ON YOUTUBE
See Sr. Laura’s youtube channel for some of her work in “restoring women to the stories we tell.”
CLICK, TAP, OR SCAN QR CODE WITH PHONE FOR HANDY MAP & DIRECTIONS TO ST PLACID:
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