Dot Mandala Techniques: How to Layer Dots & Create Depth - Mandala Dotting Series #3

Learn essential mandala dot painting techniques in this comprehensive tutorial! Loralin Engel guides you through creating stunning depth of color and mastering the layering of dots and decorative "swishes" to create unique, meditative mandala art.

🟠 IN THIS VIDEO YOU'LL LEARN:
• Professional dot mandala techniques for creating dimensional artwork
• How to build beautiful color depth using DecoArt Americana paints
• Step-by-step layering methods for dots and swishes
• Creating balanced, meditative mandala compositions
• Using stencils as foundational guides for your designs

🟠 MATERIALS USED IN THIS VIDEO:
• Loralin's Mandala Stencils: https://www.loralinengel.com/category...
• DecoArt Americana Acrylic Paints (perfect viscosity for dotting)
• Various dotting tools from Loralin's collection https://www.loralinengel.com/category...

🟠 JOIN LORALIN'S ARTISTIC COMMUNITY:
Ready to deepen your mandala practice? Join our Mandala Circle for exclusive tutorials, live classes, and a supportive community of dot artists: https://www.loralinengel.com/plans-pr...

Explore all available classes and discover the perfect next step in your artistic journey on our website.

🟠 ABOUT THIS SERIES:
This is Video 3 in Loralin Engel's Mandala Dotting Series, designed to build your skills progressively. Whether you're new to dot art or looking to refine your technique, this series provides structured learning in a calming, meditative atmosphere accompanied by peaceful background music.

🟠 SHARE YOUR WORK:
We'd love to see what you create! Share your mandalas on social media and tag @Mandalapainter

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Introduction
0:00:40 - Preparing Your Surface with Stencils
0:01:00 - Materials used
0:01:40 - Creating Base Dot Layers
0:08:00 - Creating Swishes
0:12:00 - Turning Swishes into flower petals
0:17:10 - Embellishment of petals
0:23:54 - Creating leaves with an eraser
0:30:35 - Advanced Color Techniques
0:42:10 - Mastering the Signature "Swish" Technique
1:07:07 - Final Layering for Maximum Depth
1:11:36 - Conclusion & Project Showcase

SUBSCRIBE to this channel for more mandala dotting tutorials:    / @loralinengel  

#MandalaArt #DotPainting #MeditativeArt #MandalaTutorial #DotMandala #LoralinEngel #loralinengel #arttherapy #DIYArt #PaintingTutorial #MindfulArt #mandalapainter