Angel’s art
I caught up with Ben to hear a little more behind his latest project.
This current project involving Zentangle and Mandala art on canvas started early this year at a time I was at my worst.”
Anxiety and depression
Ben: “Anxiety and depression are quite honestly the only reasons this project started. I needed something to take my mind away from reality. It relaxes me, settles me, keeps my brain happy and gives me something to work towards with reward. In some ways I thank the anxiety for bringing this talent out of me, I have to think about the positives from the negative and that keeps me going!”
“I would urge anyone struggling with the same problems to think about picking up a pencil or paint brush, you’d be amazed by what it can do for you! For me it only started as a distraction from myself but now i can say the dream is to one day eventually have enough pieces produced to have my own exhibition”
Zentangle and Mandala art
For anyone that doesn’t know or even heard what Zentangle art is; Zentangle is an easy to learn method of creating beautiful images from repetitive patterns. It provides artistic satisfaction and an increased sense of personal well being. While Zentangle is traditionally drawn on square paper in black and white, Zentagle Inspired Art or ZIA refers to the use of Zentangle patterns to create artwork in colour, on alternative surfaces, and more.
Instagram
You can follow Ben’s journey here on instagram – @angels_._art
or stay up to date on his travels and modelling here – @ben_angel
Facebook
Go to his Facebook page BenAngelsArt here
Website
Check for updates on his website (click) where you can even purchase items.
At least have a look you guys, it’s worth it! Show some support to my friend Ben.
I hope this inspired you as much as it did me! I’ve met Ben several years ago and it’s great to see him developing into the man he is today. A person who I respect a lot. Let me know your thoughts about Angel’s art!
Cheers,
Sabine
23 Comments
Christa
15 November 2017 at 11:07That’s beautful! Nice how being creative can heal your soul also, besides having something else to focus on.
Anja Laemers
15 November 2017 at 13:57Wow…. Very creative. I don’t know if I would find the patience to draw all the lines and little details.
nicole orriens
15 November 2017 at 15:21Wow, that is beautiful! I would never be able to draw that beautifully! I’m impressed.
Babs
15 November 2017 at 15:44This is soooo beautiful, I love the details en the monochrome colours. This could be something I would hang at home.
Laura Martens
15 November 2017 at 16:04Looks really good! Also very beautiful photo’s!!
Judith
15 November 2017 at 16:14Wow it’s beautiful! Love his artwork, wish I could draw this good
Natalie Vanheers
15 November 2017 at 17:28Not really a big fan of mandela shapes; but I do love the way he draws so precisely!
Elke
15 November 2017 at 18:05Wow, just wow! I love his artwork, it’s so beautiful and inspiring! The mandela are so precisely!
Lien
15 November 2017 at 20:37Wauw, that is so beautiful. I really love this kind of artwork! 😊
Mieke
15 November 2017 at 21:40Dear Sabine, thanks for sharing this. The art is so beautiful and original and the story behind it is inspiring. Overcoming depression with art, wauw! Keep it up Ben! X
Jess
15 November 2017 at 22:06Wauw, Such great work and looks like a lot of work. Amazing!!!!
Leny van der Knaap
15 November 2017 at 23:21Amazing, i love this kind of pictures, verry Nice 👍
Ineke
16 November 2017 at 10:04Wow that is just gorgeous. Went to visit his website and what beautiful portraits does he also do.
maargy
16 November 2017 at 10:10Very inspiring story behind these awesome pieces of art! Well Ben, you’re a very talented guy, good it helps you feel better also. And Sabine thanks for sharing x
Wendy
17 November 2017 at 10:25This looks amazing. From afar it looks simple, but then upclose you see all those little details. Beautifull!
Layla
17 November 2017 at 10:39It’s really my style but it looks very nice! Great work
Esther Perfors
17 November 2017 at 10:55Beautiful and impressive work! Real art, love it!
Debbythechocoholic
17 November 2017 at 18:47His art is so beautiful! It’s a beautiful way of expressing your emotions and I’m glad to read drawing helped him during his period of depression and an anxiety.
Silkeblogs
18 November 2017 at 19:50Wauw, da’s echt wel heel cool!
Susan
19 November 2017 at 21:57Very nice! Would like to have a black & white version on my white wall.
Ben Angel
20 November 2017 at 10:11Hi Susan
Get in touch if you’d like something especially made for you 😊
ryanne
23 November 2017 at 13:46I love it!
Amelie
8 December 2017 at 12:12Wauw! Ik wou dat ik ook zo een mooie mandala’s kon tekenen! Ze zijn echt prachtig!