Mandala art can feel complex at first glance, but breaking it down into simple steps makes it approachable for anyone.
In this piece, the artist creates a vibrant mandala on black paper using Gelly Roll Moonlight Pens。Starting from a heart-shaped motif, the design expands outward with colorful, intricate patterns.

• STEP 01

  Draw the base circle

  Use a compass and a Gelly Roll metallic gold pen to create the foundation circle. This gold outline sets the stage for the rest of the mandala.

  Gelly Roll™ Gold

  

• STEP 02

  Add the central heart motifs

  Fill the inside with heart shapes and surround them with small decorative patterns. Using contrasting Gelly Roll colors makes the motifs stand out beautifully against the black background.

• STEP 03

  Expand outward with layers of patterns

  Continue adding repeated shapes—such as petals, teardrops, and dots—to grow the mandala.
  Choose a balance of bright and pastel Gelly Roll colors to create a harmonious look.

  

• STEP 04

  Complete the outer layers

  Finish by filling the outer circle with detailed patterns and bolder colors, ensuring the design radiates outward.

  Gelly Roll™ 08 White

  

By starting with a single motif and gradually layering patterns, even intricate mandalas become easier to approach creative routine! This piece shows how Gelly Roll’s opaque, vibrant ink brings designs to life on black paper—perfect for creating art that feels both delicate and striking.