--- title: "Mandala Sketchbook: See Where My Art Starts" description: "Explore the foundational mandala designs in my sketchbook. From initial grid sketches to colorful patterns, see the process behind my therapeutic art workshops." canonical: https://mytribe.in/dishadrawss/mandala-art-workshops-classes/my-sketchbook-where-it-all-begins last_updated: 2025-09-30 --- # My Mandala Sketchbook: Where My Art Begins Tribe Verified · Teaching mandala art across Pune cafes. By [Disha Daga](https://mytribe.in/dishadrawss) · Online classes worldwide & in-person workshops across Pune · ₹399 per screen (estimate) Part of [Mandala Art Workshops & Classes](https://mytribe.in/dishadrawss/mandala-art-workshops-classes). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/dishadrawss/mandala-art-workshops-classes/gallery) Every mural and workshop starts right here. These are the pages where I experiment, find my calm, and develop the patterns that turn into my final art pieces. ## Photos and videos - ![This is where it all began. A simple pen, a piece of paper, and curiosity. This post is a throwback to my early days of discovering the calming process of creating mandalas.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4dc8265b-dbde-4829-ae4f-ecb7000eb3e8) - ![A vibrant, multi-colored elephant mandala in my sketchbook. Sometimes I just need to play with color and create for the pure joy of it.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4b059c84-3bd7-44df-8c0b-8b6171de912c) - ![Lost in the details of an intricate black and white mandala. The process of filling a circle with patterns is incredibly calming and familiar to me.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/746f1042-6ec9-4ecb-954c-355dc9ac7d44) - ![Experimenting with coffee-staining to give this yin-yang mandala an aged, unique look. My sketchbook is a place for play and trying new techniques.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5ce3b6e4-875f-42b7-ac19-fb0565224a4f) - [Video: Getting back to basics with a new sketchbook and fineliners. This video shows the process from a simple grid to a detailed, colorful mandala, perfect for beginners.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/53d46568-351d-4277-9b08-13f9bd3a70f6) - ![A burst of rainbow colors in my sketchbook using new fineliners. I love how vibrant colors can completely change the energy of a traditional mandala design.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e375bfb2-399f-49dc-8b2a-de4f0bbbbf6b) - ![A unique rectangular composition incorporating partial mandalas and a yin-yang symbol. I love exploring beyond the traditional circular format in my personal practice.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/88ad31ee-5138-44d8-9e4f-471a6f75f518) - ![A full-spread, highly detailed mandala that took hours of focused work. There's something so satisfying about filling two entire pages with intricate patterns.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f224684e-c58c-4ef0-8e9c-c90e6af0b055) - ![A moment to rewind and slow down with my sketchbook. Even when I'm on the go, I try to find time to draw and center myself.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e470644e-a2e1-4c2a-967e-fac52e0616d5) - ![Prepping for new commissions always starts in the sketchbook. This is where I draft ideas and refine patterns before taking them to a larger canvas.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dd6c5c3e-745d-4416-a4ec-844e4ae6618e) - ![Another angle of my colorful fineliner mandala, with the pens that created it. Using a variety of colors helps bring so much life and dimension to the artwork.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cffe766f-c0d8-4e28-83a1-bbcdf3b05a31) - ![A flat lay of my rainbow mandala, showcasing the vibrant pens used. Good quality tools make the creative process so much more enjoyable.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9fb0fac8-b2ea-4682-a13c-e8051bb345a4) ## About My Sketchbook: Where It All Begins Most people see the polished murals on my social media, but these notebook pages are the real starting point. This is where I draft the grid structures and filler patterns that I teach in my workshops. If you have ever wondered how I get those intricate lines so symmetrical, it is all here—years of doodling, failing, and finally finding a rhythm that feels right. My sketchbook is not just a collection of drawings. It is my workspace for exploration and a place to decompress. When I am not painting walls, I am here, playing with fineliners, testing new grid layouts, and working out symmetry. ### Why I Share My Sketches I believe in demystifying the process. Many beginners think that creating a mandala requires some secret talent, but it really comes down to understanding basic grid construction and consistent practice. - **Foundational Grids:** I spend hours sketching out the geometric frames that support the entire design. - **Pattern Testing:** This is where I experiment with negative space and new filler patterns, from basic petals to complex geometric fills. - **Art Therapy:** Beyond the final result, this is how I center myself. The repetitive motion of drawing these lines is meditative. Whether you are looking to join one of my Pune-based art brunches or want to learn via my online sessions, understanding this foundation will make your own art journey much easier. I encourage all my students to maintain their own sketchbook—not to make 'perfect' art, but to have a safe space where they can explore, make mistakes, and find their own creative flow. ## About Disha Daga Hi, I am Disha! I did not start as an artist—I was a commerce kid who just happened to search for 'circular designs' one day. Now, I spend my days sketching in these notebooks and helping others find that same peaceful flow through mandala art. 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