Mandalas

A mandala is a circular design with patterns that repeat around a central point. The word comes from Sanskrit and means circle. Mandalas appear in art, architecture and religious practice in many parts of the world.

Many people draw or colour mandalas to relax and focus their minds. Each pattern can be simple or very detailed, and the repeated shapes help the eye move calmly around the design. You can start with a circle and divide it into equal sections.