Butterfly Mandala

Butterfly Mandala is a tried-and-tested way to relax. The radial symmetry has a meditative quality, and focused coloring is shown to lower stress levels and heart rate. Regular mandala coloring is often linked to improved concentration and a clearer mind.

With the butterfly mandala, it looks especially lovely to color the four wing areas in different color combinations — try warm tones like orange and red for one wing and cooler colors like blue and violet for the opposite one. The fine flower patterns in the center can be wonderfully accented with colored pencils or fine-tip markers: use gold, silver, or metallic colors for special highlights. Since the symmetrical structure invites relaxation, work slowly and make sure your color gradients blend smoothly into each other.

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