Mandala Magic in Everyday Things | Swamini Kulkarni @miniswa_ | Skillshare

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Lessons in This Class

    • 1.

      INTRO

      2:09

    • 2.

      Material needed

      0:12

    • 3.

      Cup

      4:44

    • 4.

      Flower Vase

      4:06

    • 5.

      Handbag

      4:47

    • 6.

      Night Lamp

      4:27

    • 7.

      Flowers

      4:16

    • 8.

      Class Project

      0:16

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About This Class

About This Class

To take this class you don't have to be an artist or have any prior knowledge about drawing. If you can hold a pencil or pen and draw a line on a paper, you are good to go!!. You just need a vibe of creativity and positive energy!!

Mandala is an ancient, Meditative artform in which we draw repetitive patterns
inside concentric circles, often termed to as “Sacred Geometry”. This art can reduce anxiety, tension and overall stress!

What you Learn

  • Introduction
  • Materials Required
  • Cup
  • Flower Vase
  • Handbag
  • Night Lamp
  • Flowers
  • Class Project

What you will need? (Mentioned in the Second Video)

  • Color Pens
  • Drawing Book/ Plain Paper
  • Pencil
  • Eraser

Take pictures of your final class project to share in the project section.

Your process and end result will definitely inspire others to take up this class and learn this Mandala Artform!!
If you share your Mandala Artworks or process on Instagram, don't forget to tag me @sangeetmay_swaminee
and use the hashtag #skillsharewithminiswa_

Follow My Art Page on Instagram! Also Subscribe to my Youtube Channel!

Meet Your Teacher

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Swamini Kulkarni @miniswa_

I am an Artist, Singer and a Youtuber!

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Swamini is an upcoming young, talented Artist; the 3rd generation in her family of musicians. Her grandfather, Ashok kale was a renowned singer, composer and harmonium player. 

She has now expanded her skills by becoming a graphic designer, instructor, entrepreneur and a Youtuber. Check out her channel 'SwaminiVlogs' which showcases her myraid talents.

miniswartist_ is the page where you can see creative artworks done by swamini.
You can follow @miniswartist_ on instagram for more updates!

 

Also, you can post and share your class projects with me, here on Skillshare or on Instagram and use #miniswa.

You can get in touch with me through email - sangeetmayswamini@gmail.com



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1. INTRO: Everyone. I'm Swami Mahesh Kulkarni, and welcome to my class. I'm an artist, singer, an art educator, and a graphic designer. Ton Skilcher I have uploaded many classes related to Mandala art, and today I'm here again with a new class. In this class, we'll be exploring how to use common objects, whether it's a cup, a flower pot, a night lamp and turn them into beautiful intricate mandala masterpieces. We'll start by sketching out the basic shapes of these objects and then we'll fill them with mandala inspired patterns. We are going to mix traditional elements like circles, petals, and geometric shapes with modern playful doodle mandala. The idea is to transform these simple items into pieces of art that reflect your personality and creativity. What's amazing about mandalas is that it can be as structured or as free flowing as you want them to be. We'll learn how to balance symmetry with creative expression. You will get to experiment with a variety of shapes, whether it's creating radial designs, spirals or geometric patterns that fit the unique form of each object. The best part is that you don't need to worry about perfection. Mandala designs, especially when applied to everyday objects, allow for a lot of personal interpretation. So each design will be unique to you. By the end of this class, you will not only have a deep appreciation for Mandala art, but you will also have the skills to start looking at everyday objects in a completely new way. Imagine taking a simple object you use every day and turning it into a work of art. It's all about finding beauty in the ordinary and using mandalas to add balance, peace, and color to whatever you create. So grab your supplies, and let's get started transforming these everyday atoms into something truly extraordinary with mandala designs. So that's it for the introduction, and I'll see you in my first lesson. 2. Material needed: Hello, everyone. To create mandala designs using color pens, you will need a white plain pepper, pencil, eraser, and some color pens. 3. Cup: Hello, everyone, and welcome to the first lesson of Mandala magic in everyday Things. Today, we are going to create a beautiful Doodle mandala design inside a cup drawing using colour pens. We'll begin by sketching a simple cup shape. You can make it any type of cup you like, whether it's a classic coffee mug, a tea cup with a saucer, or even a more modern tumbler. Keep your sketch light and simple as the real magic happens when we start adding our Doodle mandala patterns. Mandalas are circular designs that symbolize balance and unity. But when you add doodles to them, you get a free flowing pattern that's less about strict symmetry and more about creativity and rhythm. In doodle mandalas, you can mix different shapes like spirals, dots, floral mandala designs, pointed petals, rounded petals, some boundaries, and abstract lines to create an intricate yet relaxed look. The key is repeton whether you are repeating a circular shape, a zigzag, or a leaf design. The repeton creates a calming, harmonious effect. First, I have created boundary from inside, draw simple patterns like concentric circles, dots or tiny petals, rounded petals, pointed petals, some swirl patterns pad out from there, creating more detailed shape in layers. I'm also filling the white space in between using some small circles, also creating some big pointed petals in between, and filling those with some rounded petals and some floral mandala designs. Remember, mandalas in doodle form don't need to be perfectly symmetrical. Let your creativity take the lead. If you're not confident creating mandala designs, directly using these color pens, you can first draw all the patterns with pen and then just outline the patterns with any color pen that you are using. Choose a color palette that feels right for your cup. Here I have used only one blue color pen. You might want soft pestle shades for a calm and soothing wipe or bright bold colors for a more energetic look. You can use any color pen you want, as I said before. Color pens are perfect for this because they give you the control to get into all the tiny details of the doodles, making each pattern pop As you finish your artwork, you will see how the curve transforms into a stunning piece of art with all the intricate mandala doodle design together into a harmonious design. Doodle mandalas not only add beauty and balance to your drawings, but they also allow for creative freedom. There is no right or wrong way to do it. Just keep building on your patterns, enjoy the process and let your creativity flow, whether it's for a sketchbook or a custom gift or just for relaxation. This Rudel Mandala cup design is sure to brighten up any space. Save in the next lesson. 4. Flower Vase: Hello, everyone, and welcome to the second lesson of Mandala magic in everyday Things. Today we are going to create a simple floral vase drawing and turn it into a stunning piece of art by filling it with Doodle Mandala patterns using color pens. Let's start by sketching the shape of the vase. This can be any kind you like. You can go for a classic vase, a modern cylindrical shape, or even a more artistic abstract one. Here I'm using green color pen. You can use any color pen you want. First, I have created boundary from inside before I start creating mandala designs. So here I am starting creating mandala designs from the bottom. First, I have used some swirl patterns, also some rounded petals and creating boundary from outside each rounded petal. Mm. Mandalas are symbolic patterns often circular that represent balance, harmony, and unity. Traditionally, mandalas are highly structured with intricate patterns radiating from a central point. However, when we create doodle mandalas, we add a more relaxed, free flowing style to this concept, while a traditional mandala might focus on perfect symmetry. Doodle mandalas give us the freedom to experiment with a variety of shapes like spirals, flowers, dometric patterns, and abstract lines. The goal is to create a sense of balance and rhythm, but with the freedom to explore different elements and patterns. Doodle mandalas are meant to be playful and spontaneous. You can also add a smaller patterns between the large ones to create a texture and depth. As you can see, I'm filling up the white space with some small circles. As you will finish your mandala, you will see how the vast transforms from a simple object into a beautiful, detailed work of art. Rudel mandalas are so much fun because they combine the structure of traditional mandalas with the freedom to experiment and add your own personal touch, whether you chose to make it colorful and bold or soft and subtle. This type of art brings peace and creativity to any space. And the best part, there is no right or wrong way to do it. Just enjoy the process and let your creativity flow. So take your time, let each pattern build on the last, and watch your flower vast, come to life in a whole new way. Save in the next lesson. 5. Handbag: Hello, everyone, and welcome to the third lesson of Mandala magic in everyday Things. Today we'll be creating beautiful handbag drawing and fill it with vibrant doodle mandala patterns using color pens. We'll begin by sketching a simple handbag outline with a pencil. It can be any shape you like, rectangular, curved, with a flap, or even a classic tote. Keep the lines light as we'll be focusing more on what goes inside the handbag than the shape itself. Once your base sketch is ready, it's time to turn this simple object into a canvas for inspired Doodle mandala. So I have created boundary from inside, and I have started creating swirl patterns, some rounded petal patterns, and creating boundary from outside each petal. So as you all know, mandala is a circular symmetrical design that radiates from a central point often used in spiritual and cultural traditions to represent balance, harmony and unity. In this project, we'll be blending that concept with doodle Mandala art, keeping the beauty and reputation of Mandala patterns, but allowing for more creativity and flow within the handbags shape. Think of this as a fusion between structured detail and playful expression. Here I have chosen purple color pen. Start adding color to your mandala using these color pens, whether it's bold and vibrant color, soft and pestle or earthy and minimal. I'm also filling the white space in between using purple color pen. As you complete your design, you will see how something as ordinary as a handbag drawing can become a stunning piece of Mandala art. This process is not just about decorating an object. It's about slowing down, focusing on each line and enjoying the creative journey. Mandala Doodling brings a sense of calm and joy. And when combined with everyday items, it transforms the ordinary into something truly expressive. So take your time, have fun with your colors, and remember every line you draw adds to your own unique masterpiece. See you in the next lesson. 6. Night Lamp: Hello, everyone, and welcome to the fourth lesson of Mandala magic in everyday Things. Today we'll be creating a simple night lamp drawing into a stunning piece of art using Doodle mandala patterns. We'll begin by lightly sketching a night lamp. This could be a classic table lamp, a modern bedside light, or even a lantern style shape lamp. Keep the base and shed well defined. Give yourself enough space to explore patterns inside. Once the outline is ready, we dive into the fern part, filling the lamp with intricate and playful doodle mandala designs. I have created boundary from inside, as you can see in the video and started creating designs using swirl patterns, some rounded petals and some boundary from outside, each rounded petals and swirl patterns. Doodle Mandala art is a fusion of structure and freedom. Unlike traditional mandalas, which are perfectly symmetrical and centered, Doodle Mandala designs are more relaxed. They keep the repetitive layered feel of mandalas, but give you the freedom to play with shape, direction, and style. The idea is to fill space with patterns that flow and connect naturally. You can start with a small circle, petal, or swirl and build outward using repeating shapes. Think of it like building a visual rhythm with your pen where each element echoes or complements the others. You can start from the center or base. Here I have started from the bottom corner and let the patterns grow outwards along the shape of the objects. You don't need to follow strict rules here. Just let your pain move with ease. If you want, you can also break the lamp into two different sections and give each part its own set of doodle Mandala patterns. Here I'm just following the design. Color pens are perfect for this kind of art because they allow for precise detail and vibrant results. If you want, you can also try layering colors in some areas or leaving certain patterns uncolord for balance. As you finish your artwork, you will see how the mix of doodle patterns and color brings your lamb to life. It becomes more than just an object. It turns into a canvas of expression filled with moment, imagination, and personality. Mandala art is meditative and joyful and drawing it inside real world objects like this night lamp adds a unique twist. So take your time, trust your flow, and enjoy every line you draw. Let your creativity shine as bright as the lamp you are decorating. So in the next lesson, 7. Flowers: Hello, everyone, and welcome to the fifth lesson of Mandala magic in everyday Things. Today, we are going to create a beautiful floral drawing with a stem and leaves and then fill the entire piece with intricate and playful mandala patterns using color pens. We'll begin by sketching a simple flower. Nothing too detailed. Draw a large flower with broad petals around center, a long stem, and few leaves branching out. These are not your traditional mandalas that are centered and perfectly symmetrical. Instead, we are going to create free flowing, playful and often adapted to fit into different shapes mandala designs. We are going to create Godle mandala patterns which are free flowing, playful, and often adapted to fit into different shapes like petals, leaves, or stems. They still have the spirit of mandalas, reputation, balance, and detail, but with much more creative freedom. You can create mini mandalas inside each petal or simply fill them with rows of small repeated elements like swirl patterns, rounded petals, some dots, or you can simply fill up the white space with the color pen you are using. I'm creating boundary inside each petal first and then filling the petal using mandala patterns. Move onto each petal and treat them like tiny canvases. Fill them with different patterns. Maybe one has tight spirals, another has pointed or rounded petal patterns. One has swirl patterns. The key is variety and flow. Don't overthink the design. Just go with your instinct and enjoy the repetitive mode. This kind of drawing is only creative but also deeply meditative and calming. Here I have used dark blue color for the first flower. For the next floor, I'm going to use red color pen. Whether you hang it on your wall, use it in your sketchbook or simply draw for relaxation. This art form always brings peace and satisfaction. Again, repeating the process, but exploring these Mandala patterns one by one. As you complete your flower, step back and take in the transformation. What started as a simple floral drawing is now a detailed, joyful mandala doodle artwork, full of texture and color. Doodle mandalas teach us that even in small spaces, there's room for beauty, balance, and expression. So let your imagination bloom just like the flower you are drawing and enjoy every pattern, every stroke, and every pop of color along the way. See you in the class project. 8. Class Project : For class project, you have to create the artwork, which I have created in the last lesson along with me and share your results in the project section below. I will be personally reviewing them and share my honest reviews with you. See you in the next