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Zentangle(R) Dingbatz: Patterns & Projects for Dynamic Tangled Ornaments & Decorations (Design Originals) Learn How to Construct Fun Embellishments for Hand Lettering, Scrapbooking, & Art Journaling
Dingbatz are a fun and easy way to incorporate the fundamentals of Zentangle(R) into a wide variety of creative projects and bring attention and mindfulness to the smallest corners of your life. Use Dingbatz to add flair to whatever you're working on—they provide a wonderful complement to any hand lettering, scrapbook, or art journaling project. Small enough to provide a sense of instant gratification when you make them, these "Zenbellishments" require few materials, making them accessible to all skill levels from beginner to advanced. This book will introduce you to how Dingbatz are constructed, and how to build from that basic structure to create designs uniquely your own. Zentangle Dingbatz includes a variety of projects that will allow you to practice using Dingbatz not only as stand-alone designs, but also as accents and enhancements to other art projects.
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160 pages, Paperback
Published May 13, 2019
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November 3, 2019
I thought I would enjoy this book more than I did. It does have some good project ideas and helpful tips but I just didn't dig the doodles. Also, the book itself wasn't visually pleasing and my digital copy was missing some pics.
September 18, 2019
DISCLAIMER: I have been provided digital copy of this book from NetGallery in exchange for a fair and honest review.
LOVE....Love...LOVE....
I loved this so much, I immediately placed an order for a print copy of this book.
The pictures and step by step instructions make this book superb. I can't wait to get my hands on my copy.
LOVE....Love...LOVE....
I loved this so much, I immediately placed an order for a print copy of this book.
The pictures and step by step instructions make this book superb. I can't wait to get my hands on my copy.
September 7, 2019
Originally published on my blog: Nonstop Reader.
Zentangle Dingbatz is a new tutorial guide for alternative and additional Zentangle techniques by Brian Crimmins. Released 11th June 2019 by Fox Chapel on their Design Originals imprint, it's 160 pages and available in paperback format.
Zentangle is an accessible, fun, and valuable creativity exercise which packs a lot of mindfulness and stimulation into a very short time commitment. They're also really really fun to do. These extra techniques can be used on a variety of surfaces and in a variety of sizes. For readers who are previously unfamiliar with the process, the introductory chapter in this book explains the process including a step by step visual tutorial.
The book has an easily accessible and logical layout. The introduction (~17% of the page content) introduces basic Zentangle concepts, starting instructions, and supplies for doing the projects. The next chapter provides the reader with a thorough tutorial showing the differences between the basic Zentangle tile art and 'Dingbatz' alternatives.
The next chapters include specific project tutorials and inspiration including stationery, a handwritten 'zine, place cards, nametags, gift tags, journals, and several more. Each of the chapters include a self-practice workbook area.
The final chapter includes a tangle gallery with tutorials for some of the tangle elements used in the book. There is also a brief acknowledgement section with some references for further reading (including the facebook group mention), as well as an author statement and a short index.
This is a useful, energetic, and accessible tutorial for all things Dingbatz. The author has a refreshingly encouraging voice and readers of all levels of expertise can use this guide to produce beautifully useful finished objects. The style of zentangle art makes them organic and structured at the same time. I really love the look of them.
This would make a superlative gift along with some pens and tiles or a journal for a drawing friend (or oneself).
Five stars. Well written, superbly photographed, accessible, and complete.
Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes.
Zentangle Dingbatz is a new tutorial guide for alternative and additional Zentangle techniques by Brian Crimmins. Released 11th June 2019 by Fox Chapel on their Design Originals imprint, it's 160 pages and available in paperback format.
Zentangle is an accessible, fun, and valuable creativity exercise which packs a lot of mindfulness and stimulation into a very short time commitment. They're also really really fun to do. These extra techniques can be used on a variety of surfaces and in a variety of sizes. For readers who are previously unfamiliar with the process, the introductory chapter in this book explains the process including a step by step visual tutorial.
The book has an easily accessible and logical layout. The introduction (~17% of the page content) introduces basic Zentangle concepts, starting instructions, and supplies for doing the projects. The next chapter provides the reader with a thorough tutorial showing the differences between the basic Zentangle tile art and 'Dingbatz' alternatives.
The next chapters include specific project tutorials and inspiration including stationery, a handwritten 'zine, place cards, nametags, gift tags, journals, and several more. Each of the chapters include a self-practice workbook area.
The final chapter includes a tangle gallery with tutorials for some of the tangle elements used in the book. There is also a brief acknowledgement section with some references for further reading (including the facebook group mention), as well as an author statement and a short index.
This is a useful, energetic, and accessible tutorial for all things Dingbatz. The author has a refreshingly encouraging voice and readers of all levels of expertise can use this guide to produce beautifully useful finished objects. The style of zentangle art makes them organic and structured at the same time. I really love the look of them.
This would make a superlative gift along with some pens and tiles or a journal for a drawing friend (or oneself).
Five stars. Well written, superbly photographed, accessible, and complete.
Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes.
November 28, 2019
I received a copy of Zentangle Dingbatz through NetGalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.
Zentangle Dingbatz by Brian Crimmons Czt is a fun new way of looking at Zentangle art. What’s Zentangle? Zentangle is the art of creating complex yet structured patterns. It earned its name thanks to the calm it brings for artists, and thus is a widely loved method of relaxing and creating artwork.
This book isn’t simply full of Zentangle patterns, however (though there is some of that). Instead, this book is a guide on alternative ways of creating and using Zentangles. What I especially love about this book is that it gives a detailed explanation on how to do several different designs, while giving the foundation to go out there and create your own.
Zentangle Dingbatz contains several chapters’ worth of tutorials, and they go into a shocking amount of detail. Not just about the design itself, but about the materials and stationary used as well. It’s extremely impressive.
The last thing covered in Zentangle Dingbatz is a gallery of completed artwork. I always love these sections, as they’re highly motivating. It's fun to see what can be done, once you’ve mastered any one art style.
For more reviews check out Quirky Cat's Fat Stacks
Zentangle Dingbatz by Brian Crimmons Czt is a fun new way of looking at Zentangle art. What’s Zentangle? Zentangle is the art of creating complex yet structured patterns. It earned its name thanks to the calm it brings for artists, and thus is a widely loved method of relaxing and creating artwork.
This book isn’t simply full of Zentangle patterns, however (though there is some of that). Instead, this book is a guide on alternative ways of creating and using Zentangles. What I especially love about this book is that it gives a detailed explanation on how to do several different designs, while giving the foundation to go out there and create your own.
Zentangle Dingbatz contains several chapters’ worth of tutorials, and they go into a shocking amount of detail. Not just about the design itself, but about the materials and stationary used as well. It’s extremely impressive.
The last thing covered in Zentangle Dingbatz is a gallery of completed artwork. I always love these sections, as they’re highly motivating. It's fun to see what can be done, once you’ve mastered any one art style.
For more reviews check out Quirky Cat's Fat Stacks
September 7, 2019
The concept of this book is wonderful. I found myself itching to grab some paper and try it out. The designs were interesting and beautiful and not terribly difficult to do. I did have some issues having never done or really heard of Zentangle before. The intro to the book stated that this is doable for a beginner, which was true, but I felt a little lost for a while and felt like I was missing quite a bit. I wish the concepts and overall Zentangle philosophy had been explained more in depth and earlier in the book. Even a glossary at the beginning would have helped. That said, I was able to follow the instructions and begin to draw some of my own designs. I think I will still look up other resources before I come back to this book to explore more, but I also think that I will come back to this book when I have a little more background in it. The ideas presented are well written and clear, I just think there are ideas that I need before this that are missing or not explained enough. This copy that I received from NetGalley and the publisher seemed to be missing quite a few of the images, which made some parts hard to follow, but I would think that would be different in the purchased copy. The illustrations that were there were lovely.
February 2, 2020
I was not familiar with Zentangle before reading this book and, having read it cover to cover, I am still not really sure what differentiates it from commercialising doodling. This said, I did enjoy creating some of "Zentangles" of my own. I feel as though this book gave both not enough information and too much information about Zentangles so a complete beginner (like myself) feels out of their depth and doesn't have an adequate foundation before moving on the the Dingbatz, whilst someone who is familiar with Zentangle would find that a considerable chunk of the book is seemingly wasted on information that they are already familiar with.
The sections of the book devoted to Dingbatz seemed to not have quite enough theory and largely seemed to be giving examples of where or how you might use them as opposed to how to make them work.
The most useful part of this book was the "Tangle Gallery" at the end however all of this could be found online so it is up to you to judge whether you would like a physical reference copy of these tangles.
ARC provided by Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
The sections of the book devoted to Dingbatz seemed to not have quite enough theory and largely seemed to be giving examples of where or how you might use them as opposed to how to make them work.
The most useful part of this book was the "Tangle Gallery" at the end however all of this could be found online so it is up to you to judge whether you would like a physical reference copy of these tangles.
ARC provided by Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
October 2, 2019
This book teaches a method of adding abstract designs as embellishments to cards, envelopes, place cards, journals, etc. The author first explained step-by-step the method of Zentangle for making abstract art, then he built on this by explaining the basics of how to do this to create embellishments. This book is for complete beginners--no previous art or Zentangle experience needed. It's a simple way to add unique designs to things to make them look "arty." Many of the pages were work sheets to practice the designs, frames, and such. He also provided several step-by-step projects for embellishing greeting cards and envelopes, weathergrams, and zines. He also suggested other places you might use these embellishments, like gift tags or name tags. Overall, I'd recommend this book to those who don't feel artistic (but want to be) or those interested in art as a meditative practice.
I received an ebook review copy of this book from the publisher through NetGalley.
I received an ebook review copy of this book from the publisher through NetGalley.
October 12, 2019
Zentangle(R) Dingbatz, Patterns & Projects for Dynamic Tangled Ornaments & Decorations by Brian Crimmins is an interesting look at a subject that was relatively unfamiliar to me. I still find the tasks of drawing these to be a bit daunting even after using this book.
While this may not be a hobby that I totally embrace I enjoyed reading about the fundamental principles as well as the descriptions and explanations. I also liked the step by step illustrations and directions given. I actually felt that thanks to these directions I was able to complete some that I can use in my card making or scrapbooking. For me a true beginner, this was a useful book.
The publisher through Net Galley provided an ARC. I have voluntarily decided to read and review, giving my personal opinions and thoughts.
While this may not be a hobby that I totally embrace I enjoyed reading about the fundamental principles as well as the descriptions and explanations. I also liked the step by step illustrations and directions given. I actually felt that thanks to these directions I was able to complete some that I can use in my card making or scrapbooking. For me a true beginner, this was a useful book.
The publisher through Net Galley provided an ARC. I have voluntarily decided to read and review, giving my personal opinions and thoughts.
January 9, 2020
With my own recent interest and a heightened popularity of Art Journaling, I jumped at the chance to review Zentangle Dingbatz by Brian Crimmins. The author has put together a beautiful collection of inspirational designs for any doodler out there, complete with an intro to Zentangle. Early on, a supply list is provided, explaining the what's and whys for each component listed. I was impressed with the projects the author provides, especially the inspiration for envelopes! As a bonus, there are scattered bits of useful information (how to write a Haiku) throughout. I thoroughly enjoyed my time spent with Zentangle Dingbatz and look forward to referencing back again and again. Thank you to NetGalley and Fox Chapel Publishing for the opportunity to review this gem in exchange for an honest review.
September 23, 2019
I love this form of art and I was very excited about this book sadly my copy would not download properly (I did try multiple times but the errors were still present. I lowered my rating of this book due to the errors present in my downloads. I tried both the kindle and PDF versions with no improvement) and many of the drawings were blank or so small they were hard to view. Because of this I found little instructional value to this copy but I love the overall concept and I love zentangle art. I am a huge doodle artist and I love to draw for fun and to alleviate boredom. If the issues with the book are corrected in publishing I would defiantly recommend it. I received this book from NetGalley for an honest review and if it would have downloaded properly I am sure I would have loved it.
October 20, 2019
This is a mix of tips, projects to copy, blank space for practice, and some Zentangle reference.
If you’re new to Zentangle it’s basically doodling done with repetitive patterns. If you’re just starting out you might want to go collect a bunch of patterns from another Zentangle book or website. Dinbatz are basically frames you create and fill with Zentangle patterns.
I find this style of art especially good if you’re not a great artist but like to draw or doodle anyway. I draw female faces a lot and when stuck with the hair I fill them in with these kind of repeating patterns or flower doodles and they end up looking better than if I actually put a lot of time or thought into the hair.
If you’re new to Zentangle it’s basically doodling done with repetitive patterns. If you’re just starting out you might want to go collect a bunch of patterns from another Zentangle book or website. Dinbatz are basically frames you create and fill with Zentangle patterns.
I find this style of art especially good if you’re not a great artist but like to draw or doodle anyway. I draw female faces a lot and when stuck with the hair I fill them in with these kind of repeating patterns or flower doodles and they end up looking better than if I actually put a lot of time or thought into the hair.
December 8, 2019
I jumped to the opportunity of a zentagle how to book, because I was already interested in this type of art.
However, I was hoping for a more instructional book. For example, I really tried to make a jobowtie, as soon as I saw it in the book. Never quite got it, at least until I found the instructions that could only be found in the 86% mark of the book. The same with other examples. Such an organization makes no sense.
Also, I personally don´t like books to write in them. It's supposed to be an introduction book. One must have room to test, adjust, redo.
I would must preferer that space to be occupied by step-by-step drawing on how to draw a type of tangle.
#ZentangleDingbatz #NetGalley
Book available in NetGalley, in exchange for an honest review.
However, I was hoping for a more instructional book. For example, I really tried to make a jobowtie, as soon as I saw it in the book. Never quite got it, at least until I found the instructions that could only be found in the 86% mark of the book. The same with other examples. Such an organization makes no sense.
Also, I personally don´t like books to write in them. It's supposed to be an introduction book. One must have room to test, adjust, redo.
I would must preferer that space to be occupied by step-by-step drawing on how to draw a type of tangle.
#ZentangleDingbatz #NetGalley
Book available in NetGalley, in exchange for an honest review.
January 27, 2020
I received this in 2019, and it took me forever to review it. The reason is, the book was very disappointing. I love zentangle, and have used lots of awesome books abut it.
This was was kind of messy, not well organized, not really appealing as you turn the pages.
Plus, in the egalley I received from the publisher, most of the projects came out as totally black pictures!
Why would you offer an e-galley in that condition if you want readers to write nice reviews about an art book?
I would actually be afraid to buy this as an ebook, in case this would also be in the case in the final product.
To be honest, this is the very first time that I receive a bad file like this through Netgalley.
Fox Chapel Publishing may not be ready yet for that type of file sharing.
This was was kind of messy, not well organized, not really appealing as you turn the pages.
Plus, in the egalley I received from the publisher, most of the projects came out as totally black pictures!
Why would you offer an e-galley in that condition if you want readers to write nice reviews about an art book?
I would actually be afraid to buy this as an ebook, in case this would also be in the case in the final product.
To be honest, this is the very first time that I receive a bad file like this through Netgalley.
Fox Chapel Publishing may not be ready yet for that type of file sharing.
September 16, 2019
Having seen a friend's zentangle work but knowing nothing about it, I was very excited when NetGalley and Design Originals approved my request to read a copy of the book in exchange for an unbiased review.
Zentangle Dingbatz is one impressive book!! With comprehensive instructions, a multitude of ideas and examples, and many opportunities to practice each lesson, this book seems to cover all the bases. The author states that this is not intended to be a book about Zentangle, but does give some background on it, which I found helpful.
I highly recommend this as a good idea and reference book for all those interested in this artform!
Zentangle Dingbatz is one impressive book!! With comprehensive instructions, a multitude of ideas and examples, and many opportunities to practice each lesson, this book seems to cover all the bases. The author states that this is not intended to be a book about Zentangle, but does give some background on it, which I found helpful.
I highly recommend this as a good idea and reference book for all those interested in this artform!
December 31, 2019
Zentangle drawing has increasingly become a mode of meditative relaxation over the past decade. This book helps teach different techniques, and while that in itself is excellent, the far more important thing for me was that the author, on more than one occasion, points out that no zentangle is wrong. The most freeing thing, in my mind, is that zentangle provides only self inflicted boundaries. You can use techniques or not, depending on your desired outcome. No zentangle has a point of orientation, meaning that you can view it from any angle and it still identifiable as a zentangle.
October 30, 2019
This was the first book on Zentangles I’ve read, so although I can’t compare it to anything else on the market, I can gladly give it 5 stars because it was completely true to the book summary, and it was a pleasure to look at and read. It seems perfect for both those looking for creative ways to embellish pretty much anything on paper, as well as for anyone looking for mindful sketching/doodling inspiration.
I was given a free copy of this book, but that did not affect my review.
I was given a free copy of this book, but that did not affect my review.
December 4, 2019
Great book if you are looking to expand your Zentangle repertoire, Dingbatz is an expansion of this popular craft.
The author is a certified zentangle teacher and has used many of the basics of Zentangle to expand the world of those hooked on this 'doodling' There are lots of examples and plenty of room to practice. Very creative.
I would like to thank the publisher, the author and NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review. .
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The author is a certified zentangle teacher and has used many of the basics of Zentangle to expand the world of those hooked on this 'doodling' There are lots of examples and plenty of room to practice. Very creative.
I would like to thank the publisher, the author and NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review. .
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November 24, 2019
I search for and devour anything Zentangle! (I'm in the middle of Project Pack 4 myself!) This particular book has several illustrations (on just about EVERY PAGE guys!) and lots of info on both the basics of the Zentangle method as well as the more recent patterns that students will for sure enjoy :)
Thanks netgalley for the chance to view the PDF in exchange for my honest opinions
Thanks netgalley for the chance to view the PDF in exchange for my honest opinions
November 25, 2019
This is the first book I've come across about the art of Zentangle.
The book shows you a list of helpful supplies you'll need then goes on to the basics.
Helpful designs and tangles to get the artistic juices flowing
Loads of practice projects that make you want to grab your pens
#Zentangledingbatz #NetGalley
The book shows you a list of helpful supplies you'll need then goes on to the basics.
Helpful designs and tangles to get the artistic juices flowing
Loads of practice projects that make you want to grab your pens
#Zentangledingbatz #NetGalley
December 15, 2020
I recently took a class with Brian Crimmins, the author of Zentangle Dingbatz. It was such an enjoyable and interesting class that I bought the book! Once the holiday madness is over, I plan to explore the "Dingbatz" phenomenon in greater detail, and I'm sure that my enthusiasm for it will remain with me for a good long time.
September 29, 2019
What I liked most about this book on Zentangles is the many opportunities to practice the examples. Different tangles, as well as several different frame shapes were introduced. The embellishments of envelopes is something I'll definitely try more often in future.
October 3, 2019
An interesting start to zentangle with spaces to try out the designs yourself. Gives ideas where you can add the borders and designs. Step by step how draw theses designs - some take some time and effort. Nice for those who really want to incorporate it into their designs/crafts.
December 2, 2019
Zantangle is a interesting book that not only has some illustrations but it also gives you some great instructions on how to create. Easy to use and understand.
December 9, 2019
The designs in this book are great!!
The graphics and flow are well laid out and the Zentangles I can't stop drawing. I highly recommend this book!
The graphics and flow are well laid out and the Zentangles I can't stop drawing. I highly recommend this book!
December 18, 2019
I received a copy from NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
This book is helpful when learning how to draw these and I give it 4 stars!
This book is helpful when learning how to draw these and I give it 4 stars!
June 6, 2020
Great little book on patterns for doodles, great to fill space on a sticky note, they really impress my boss when I leave a note with an zentangle
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