Artist Statement

I am a visual artist, formerly specialising in bespoke contemporary textile art.
I spent some time travelling in India and Indonesia and I became deeply interested in mandalas. I learnt that the repetition, patterns, colours and the geometry were all aspects of mandalas which helped to take the spectator into a meditative space. But, the true power, I discovered, was in the process of creating them. The process took me into the meditative realm. This is where the gift is – the connection with the soul. Through these experiences I felt compelled to incorporate sacred geometry and the geometry of architecture into my new work.
All works are hand drawn and hand painted and are created using pencil, inks and acrylics.

Tamsin offers mandala creation workshops in small groups at her studio.

During the workshop you will learn all the skills and techniques you will need to produce your own beautiful mandala.

Understanding the mandala comes through creating one.

You may think, “I can’t draw” but this is where the magic begins.

You can release any anxiety around creating a finished artwork and relax into the process of repeated small actions. Through this focus on process, we are continually surprised how the mandala emerges. Each mandala has its own design and energy.

Having been introduced to simple mark-making, shapes and patterns you will be amazed at how the mandala evolves and draws you in. This is mindfulness in action. A meditation.

Likewise, you may think, “I can’t meditate”, but I find workshop participants enter a meditative state, effortlessly. The process takes you there. Participants talk about being so engrossed they don’t want to stop.

This is the ultimate doodle!!

Please contact Tamsin if you would like to attend a workshop.
07977 519843