This Wednesday morning series of Zentangle classes explores the beauty and versatility of C-curves and S-curves. These simple strokes can become flowers, trees, water, clouds, or anything your imagination discovers—even shapes that have no name at all!
Zoom only
Wednesdays in August 10:00–11:30 a.m.
August 5
August 12
August 19
August 26
Sister Monika has a daily Zentangle practice, creating images that may be fanciful, abstract, or representational. Zentangle is a relaxing art form that uses slow, deliberate strokes of a fine-tipped black pen on white paper. Because the artwork is typically created on a 3½” × 3½” cardstock tile, each stroke is short and intentional. You’ll be amazed at the beauty that emerges from your own hand! Whether you’re new to Zentangle or have been practicing for years, Sister Monika looks forward to helping you begin or continue your creative journey.
Supplies Needed
Fine-tipped black felt pen
Regular pencil
Tortillon (blending stump)
If you don’t have a tortillon, don’t worry—you can still participate and observe how it’s used to blend graphite. Tortillons are available at most art supply stores, including Hobby Lobby and Michaels.
Monika Ellis, OSB
Sister Monika is a spiritual director, retreat facilitator, musician and artist. Since becoming a Certified Zentangle Teacher (CZT) in 2022 she 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 and fun practice. Learn more about Monika Ellis, OSB
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Date & Time Details: Wednesdays in August 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2026 from 10 to 11:30 AM
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Zoom –Curves: A Zentangle Series
With Monika Ellis, OSB
August 5 - 26, 2026
Curves
This Wednesday morning series of Zentangle classes explores the beauty and versatility of C-curves and S-curves. These simple strokes can become flowers, trees, water, clouds, or anything your imagination discovers—even shapes that have no name at all!
Zoom only
Wednesdays in August
10:00–11:30 a.m.
Sister Monika has a daily Zentangle practice, creating images that may be fanciful, abstract, or representational. Zentangle is a relaxing art form that uses slow, deliberate strokes of a fine-tipped black pen on white paper. Because the artwork is typically created on a 3½” × 3½” cardstock tile, each stroke is short and intentional. You’ll be amazed at the beauty that emerges from your own hand! Whether you’re new to Zentangle or have been practicing for years, Sister Monika looks forward to helping you begin or continue your creative journey.
Supplies Needed
If you don’t have a tortillon, don’t worry—you can still participate and observe how it’s used to blend graphite. Tortillons are available at most art supply stores, including Hobby Lobby and Michaels.
If you have any questions feel free to contact me at sr.monika.osb@stplacid.org or at 360 438 1771.
Bring your enthusiasm, too.
Facilitator
Sister Monika is a spiritual director, retreat facilitator, musician and artist. Since becoming a Certified Zentangle Teacher (CZT) in 2022 she 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 and fun practice.
Learn more about Monika Ellis, OSB
OASIS 2026-2027
Are you in need of a place of Spiritual Oasis in a busy life? Our Oasis program of prayer, reflection and retreat may be just what you’re looking for. More info by clicking the picture above. Begins September 17.
SISTERS SPEAK: OUR BLOG
Sisters post on our Blog occasionally. 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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