Let Art Be Your Sanctuary
Welcome! I’m Jenny Mahan—artist, poet, nurse, and believer in the power of small steps and new beginnings. My art is a practice of defiant joy—a conscious act of hope and beauty in the midst of a tumultuous world. Each piece is an offering—a reminder that even in difficult times, beauty and hope persist, and that joy and art can be a radical, sustaining force. My work is also a celebration of nature’s rhythms—each piece a vibrant journey through forest and sky, stone, leaf, and water, crafted to bring tranquility, inspiration, and a touch of wonder to your space.
My creative process is deeply influenced by the Zentangle method—a meditative art form that celebrates intricate patterns and mindful mark-making one stroke at a time. I find joy in weaving these flowing, repetitive designs into my nature-inspired compositions, inviting viewers to pause, breathe, and discover new details with every glance.
My work is a celebration of vibrant color, organic forms, and the quiet moments of reflection found in forests, fields, water, and skies.
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Meet the Artist
Jenny Mahan is a watercolor and ink artist based near the south shore of Lake Superior. Her work weaves together the meditative practices of Zentangle, Neurographic art, and intuitive art, with the vibrant energy of the natural world. She shares her art and story through original works, prints, and beginner-friendly workshops, inviting others to experience the calming, transformative power of nature and creativity.
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“You only have to let the soft animal of your body love what it loves.” —Mary Oliver