Ground Floor Artists, 13343 W. Foxfire Drive, Suite 3, in Surprise, presents Zentangle 101 from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 28.

Cost is $40 and includes all supplies. Sign up here.

This pen-to-paper meditation is much more than just a doodle. Learn unique designs using this technique.

Zentangle can be used in all other mediums, including clay, mixed media art, quilting, needle work, painting, etc. This is the first step toward learning thousands of abstract patterns and ways to use them together.

The class will also explore shading pen and ink designs. Kits are included. All ages welcome.

Dr. Karen Izzi, Pennsylvania native, has been making art, sewing, and cooking since she was six years old. She believes in the healing power of art.

Karen is an advocate for the equality of all people and animals. She has been seen hugging tress and getting up close and personal with animals, birds, plants, and flowers.

Izzi enjoys art, music, hiking, climbing mountains, and the sunshine. She is a metaphysician, educator, art therapist, potter, poet, foodie and journalist.

Izzi founded Conscious Creations Art Studio in 2012, on a mission to support and promote mixed media artists and writers within the community. She is a member of SAQA, the American Art Therapy Association and realizes that the power of art and writing changes everything.

As a wellness practitioner and a certified Zentangle teacher, she encourages everyone to discover and know their creative self. For information, email karenizziphd@gmail.com