Where colors glow and vines flow
Where darkness becomes magic, and every stroke begins to glow.
Black is more than just a background—it’s a mysterious stage where colors shine brighter,
lines flow smoother, and the simplest strokes feel alive with energy.
VINE PLAY on Black invites you into this world of dramatic beauty, guiding you
step by step to transform a black tile into radiant, flowing art.
Beginning with the gentlest string, you’ll grow a graceful vine, weave in playful tangles, move between two contrasting pens, and finally bring it to life with luminous colors, soft shading, and glowing highlights.
This workshop is mindful, joyful, and creatively refreshing—perfect for anyone ready to explore the magic of working on a dark tile.
VINE PLAY on Black is a creative Zentangle® project that brings color and life to the dramatic beauty of a black tile. You’ll learn to create a flowing vine with simple strings, enhance it with colorful pens, and bring it to life using vibrant pencil colors, shading, and highlights.
Black tiles can feel intimidating… until you learn how to make them sing.
VINE PLAY on Black helps you:
See black not as a blank space, but as a dramatic stage where colors glow.
Break out of routine and discover a new rhythm through color, contrast, and flow.
Experience meditative tangling that slows you down, grounds you, and sparks joy.
Build confidence with techniques that keep your colors clean, vibrant, and luminous.
Create a tile that feels rich, expressive, and absolutely “frame-worthy.”
This experience is both calming and energizing—a perfect creative escape.
Step inside a guided, relaxing creative journey where you’ll discover:
The beauty and drama of black tiles
Flowing vine compositions starting from a simple string
Using two contrasting pen colors for rhythm and movement
Adding organic, playful tangles without overwhelm
Coloring techniques that glow against dark surfaces
Gentle shading and highlights that bring the entire piece alive
Mindful, repeatable steps that encourage confidence and calm
Every part builds on the previous, making the creative flow effortless.
By the end of the workshop, you’ll complete a vibrant, luminous vine-based Zentangle® Inspired artwork on a black tile—rich with:
Graceful vine structures
Alternating pen colors that add bounce and contrast
Soft, blended pencil colors layered with care
Subtle shading that adds depth
Radiant white highlights that sparkle gently
A composition you can reuse again and again
Your final tile will feel alive—with movement, glow, and expressive detail.
When you join VINE PLAY on Black, you receive:
✨ A beautifully guided, step-by-step workshop
✨ Clear instructions broken into calming bite-sized parts
✨ Instant access to images, references & downloads
✨ Lifetime access to revisit anytime
Inside this workshop, you’ll learn:
String-to-vine composition
A simple approach that makes your layout effortless and naturally beautiful.
Two-color pen rhythm
How to alternate pen colors to create visual movement and interest.
Color layering on black
Keep colors clean, bright, and luminous without muddying the surface.
Shading & highlighting techniques
Add dimension while letting the black background enhance the glow.
Mindful making
Slow, repeatable strokes that bring calm, clarity, and confidence.
Perfect for: intermediates, returning tanglers, color-lovers, and anyone curious about working on black tiles.
This is an ADVANCE Zentangle project.
If you’re just getting started, I recommend beginning with my Fundamentals of Zentangle workshop before joining this session — it will give you the perfect foundation to enjoy this magical project fully.
A: VINE PLAY is a one-time payment and you will never be charged monthly.
A: No. It is all available online no matter where you live!
A: You will be sent login information immediately after purchasing, allowing you to begin your creative journey right away.
A: All possible questions have been addressed in the workshop, however, you can always email me at sandhyamannestudio@gmail.com for anything beyond that.
A: You have unlimited access to the course. Which means you can work at your own pace and can always refer back to the project at a later date.
A: Absolutely!! Anyone can create a Zentangle. If you can hold your pen and write your name you can create a Zentangle! This workshop will guide you the right way step by step.
Since this is a digital course, all sales are final. Once you’ve gained access, there’s no way to "return" the content, so refunds aren’t possible. I encourage you to review all the details before purchasing to make sure it’s the right fit for you. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out—I’m happy to help!
Namaste,
I’m Sandhya Manne… and I absolutely love to tangle!
As India’s first Certified Zentangle Teacher (CZT #7) and a full-time artist, I’ve been joyfully immersed in this meditative art form for over a decade.
From cozy studios by the Bay of Bengal to buzzing online classrooms across the world, I’ve had the privilege of teaching thousands of enthusiastic students the magic of Zentangle. My journey has taken me into boardrooms too—sharing mindful creativity with teams at Texas Instruments, Wipro, Danfoss, Target, Marico, Kotak Mahindra, Asian Paints, and many more.
Teaching isn’t just something I do—it’s what lights me up. I’m obsessed with helping people discover their own creative rhythm, one stroke at a time. Whether you’re a curious beginner or a returning tangler ready to grow your skills, you’re exactly where you need to be.
So… are you excited? 😆 Because I can’t wait to welcome you in and guide you through this beautiful, relaxing, skill-building, creative Zen time that Zentangle brings into your life.
Let’s tangle together! ✨