Original Dot Painting in Washington

Everywhere I turn on social media – I see a dot-painting group advertised, and I love it!  I originally began painting dots 4 years ago, after I finding some perfectly round stones at a shop.  With my background in art, being a Scorpio (this is a water sign and river rocks are often smooth and round), and a love of all things New Age or Sacred Geometry; it was only a matter of time before I painted a mandala on one of those rocks.   Some folks call this painting method dotillism, and the popularity has exploded within the last year.

You could call me old school in that I create my designs free-hand using a brush instead of dotting tools.  I think the tools can be useful for someone just learning, but I feel I have more control using a brush.  All of my dots, no matter the size, are created with a size 00 brush.  I also mix my paints by hand, usually just from primary colors.  I feel this also gives me greater control in subtle shading, or ombre effects.  With experience in graphic design, I have also created some very popular digital designs that I sell in some online stores.  Best sellers include a purple Sri Yantra and an Iowa cornfield!

I currently sell my original pieces at Dodici’s Shop in downtown Washington.  You can also follow me and purchase online:

www.redbubble.com/people/sacredmandala

www.facebook.com/courtneyborkdesigns

www.zazzle.com/sacredmandaladesigns

https://society6.com/sacredmandaladesigns

I love creating, and I currently enjoy living in Riverside, Iowa.  I’ve even contemplated painting my 6 foot wood fence with dots, but that may be something for another lifetime!

Courtney Bork, Sacred Mandala Design