Coloring book for adults - a colorful new trend for more relaxation in everyday life

When you hear about it for the first time today, you also think "What's the point, coloring books are something for children" . this megatrend from Scotland has long since arrived and convinces many users who reduce stress or just want to have some peace and quiet in their lives.

The coloring book for adults is popular in all sections of the population. More and more adults are discovering the coloring of prefabricated drawings in themselves. Due to the huge selection of coloring books for adults, the painting books of their children no longer have to serve.

Origin of the coloring books for adults

The coloring book for adults has developed into a true phenomenon in recent years, and the Scottish textile designer Johanna Basford . With her first work, "Secret Garden" (in German: "My mysterious garden" , which was released in 2013, she managed to trigger a whole wave of creative development. This book, which is viewed by many as a work of art, found its way into the hearts of the people and became an absolute seller with over 1.5 million copies.

The fascination for Basford's work can not only be felt in her homeland Scotland. In Germany too, their first three painting books enjoy enormous popularity and have encouraged numerous adults to take the pens at hand and let their creativity run wild. Basford's illustrations are more than just black and white patterns; They are inviting landscapes and imaginative scenarios that encourage dreams and discover.

In your fourth book "Enchanted Forest" ("My Magic Forest") we find another source of inspiration: life and the breathtaking nature of the Scottish highlands. Here she gives an impression of the untouched beauty of this region by capturing the unique flora and fauna as well as the mystical landscapes. The pages of this coloring book invite readers to go on a visual journey of discovery while they can also leave the stress of everyday life behind.

Basford's works not only embody a return to manual work and creativity , but also promote mindfulness and relaxation through the active creative process of coloring. It is this special ability to bring people together and to offer them a space for self -fulfillment that made Johanna Basford and her coloring books a decisive part of modern culture.

In a world that is increasingly shaped by digital distraction, their books offer a wonderful break - an invitation back to the simple joys of life.

Why do adults also use coloring books?

In today's fast -moving time, most people have a lot of stress and often forgot or have little opportunity to switch off and let go. Requirements are getting bigger and more and more difficult to "come to rest" .

The stressful everyday life, high pressure in the world of work and the increasing claim to ourselves, let us put the important things into the background in life.

We have to learn to take more consideration for ourselves and to listen to our body. It is very important to reduce the entire flow of information that we are exposed to daily, or to create "free times". No performance is required when painting. The body can "drive down"- there is no time and no pressure to perform- paint should just be fun .

With the coloring of various motifs, e.g. landscapes or animals, a well -felt state of relaxation can be achieved from which we can again draw new energy.

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There are various motifs for coloring books

There are countless motifs for painting books for adults. Depending on the interest, preferences or hobbies, everyone has the opportunity to select according to their own needs:

• Floral coloring pages (flower pattern)
• Wildlife
• Cities & countries
• Artists and works of art
• Tattoo designs
• Maritimes and sea creatures
• Mandalas
• Nature

Mandalas for adults

Mandalas are among the most popular coloring pages because they have a particularly calm and relaxing effect. Mandalas come from Buddhism. There they have a religious and spiritual meaning. The term mandala means circle or round. A mandala has round and symmetrical forms - everything is aimed at one center.

Coloring a mandala requires a special concentration and promotes imagination - we are put into a balanced state.

Mandalas have a special effect on humans. The calming atmosphere creates a state of relaxation.

In addition to the different coloring pages for normal coloring, there is also the well -known "painting by numbers" for adults .

Paint by numbers

In the event of painting according to numbers, existing areas are painted according to numbers. When specifying the image, it is already clear which colors are used - ie which color is to be used for which surface is given by numbers.

The trend of "painting after numbers" comes from the USA - this form of painting has been in Deuschland for over 40 years. The inventor Schipper managed to set a trend that is often referred to as art, since complex images can arise from individual drawings. The quality of these pictures is usually very high. Many paintings cannot be seen that they have been created after "painting by numbers" technology.

The attraction of painting after numbers

When painting in numbers, everyone can live out their creativity and escape everyday life. The desire to paint, even if you are not too talented, is guaranteed for painting according to numbers, since a small work of art always creates. Some hobby artists also discover their talent and get to know new facets and talents itself, from which he previously guessed nothing.

Advantages of coloring books for adults and seniors

The focus here is on the mandalas.

Painting promotes motor skills

Painting can improve coordination between the eyes and hands. It also contributes to dexterity, control of the handle and concentration. The development of motor skills is also of great importance for adults in order to be able to cope with everyday activities independently, and painting is an excellent way to support this process.

Painting supports social interaction

Painting can be a wonderful group activity through which both young adults and seniors can build and maintain social contacts with friends, family members and nurses. Whether in a painting group or when painting together with friends, children or grandchildren, this simple occupation combines people of all ages and backgrounds.

Since social interaction is essential for physical and mental well -being, painting can also help lonely seniors to lift their mood and increase their general well -being.

Painting relieves stress

Painting is a stimulating activity that brings similar advantages to meditation. It calms the mind and draws attention to the current moment, which can help to let go of negative thoughts and reduce the stress of everyday life. Painting reduces stress in dementia or Alzheimer's in older people.

Especially for seniors with dementia or Alzheimer's, painting can be a helpful way to reduce the unrest that is often associated with their illness. The possibility of painting freely without having to rely on your memory or following specific steps can help to minimize the stressful influence of dementia or Alzheimer's on older people in your area. At the same time, painting can also offer an excellent opportunity to stimulate memory.

Painting promotes creativity and expression

Coloring offers people of all age group an ideal platform to express their artistic talents and further develop their creative thinking skills. When painting we enjoy creative freedom because we do not have to consider fixed specifications or rules.

Due to the variety of colors and designs, we can follow our own wishes and create works that we can be proud of.

Coloring conveys a sense of achievement

One of the problems that can contribute to poor mental health is monotony or boredom. Coloring stimulates mental activity and focuses on the brain on a specific goal. It improves both concentration and problem -solving skills and offers a tangible representation of a completed project.

Paint can take place anywhere

A great advantage of painting is that no permanent place is required - you can practice it anywhere. This can be particularly advantageous for people with restricted mobility who receive, for example, domestic care. In addition, modern technologies have developed digital coloring pages for older adults, in which users can adapt the size and resolution for a simpler consideration.

Such tools are a great alternative to traditional coloring books for older people with a declining eyesight.

How do I start and what do I have to pay attention to?

Since the coloring books are quite cheap to buy, you don't have to search for the right coloring book long. Simply order a topic for getting started with a low level of difficulty - and get started. You can't do anything wrong.

You can try it out and do not have to spend huge amounts. You will quickly recognize what kind of coloring book is better for you and what motives for you. The same applies here too, do not put yourself under pressure - you should just be fun.

The question of the right pens

When choosing the color pencils, you can simply try it out to get in (felt pen, wax pencil, artist color pen, fineliner). The best starting material, however, are crayons and a good water. When buying new pens, you should then choose high -quality products to get a good painting result.

In general, you should take into account the choice of colored pencils in the level of difficulty of the coloring book. D. h. Thin colored pencils for filigree mandalas - large partial areas with thick crayons.

Here are a few basic considerations about colored pencils:

1. The brand plays an important role - often the decisive aspect is whether it makes sense to keep a painting tool or pass it on to its preschool child.
2. Determine your color taste - first you should find out your color taste and get the tools that best match. It is perfectly fine to use the pens of your children. First and foremost, we mainly recommend materials in artists' quality, but occasionally I also use the washable pencils of my niece if I want to achieve a transparent finish.
3. Dry media versus wet media - understand the difference! Wet media (such as markers and gel pencils) can color. Test your paper, use separating leaves between the sides and pay attention to books with empty back. Dry media are ideal for books with pictures that lie back on back and where there are no problems with leaving.
4. Package size - it is not necessary to acquire the largest range of color from anything. I believe that the 24-pack is an excellent choice if you have a limited budget. So you get some nuances from each color and some neutral tones.
5. Do not shy away from mixing - different painting tools create different textures and results - combine them in an image to create additional texture.

01 colored pencils with a soft core

The main difference between crayola pencils and a high-quality artist pen is in the gentle inside. In concrete terms, this means that the interior is softer. Yes, this means that you can break more easily, but it also offers you the opportunity to apply color layers, mix and achieve living, intense colors.

02 alcohol marker / double -sided felt pens

These markers are somewhat more expensive, but offer considerable advantages. They penetrate less into the paper surface than water -based pens and enable excellent blends without damaging the paper. When used correctly, they achieve results that are comparable to professional illustrations - intense colors, gentle transitions.

Alcohol markers are usually equipped with two tips - a wider one for filling out surfaces and a finer one for details. Many of these markers can be refilled so that you can simply replace your favorite color, which makes you a sustainable investment.

Gel pencil

Oh, I wish I had discovered these painting utensils for adults earlier. Gel pencils really offer everything: they can be mixed up amazingly effortlessly and have countless textures and styles that cannot be found in any other medium (glitter, metallic tones, delicate pastel nuances, transparent and opaque colors ...).

They are also inexpensive. It is very easy to learn how to work with gel pens like a professional.

However, they can sometimes smear. So if you are a little awkward, it could be a problem. In addition, you can use it surprisingly quickly, which can lead to you have to use a large amount, which reduces the entire "inexpensive" aspect (so if you discover a good offer for a large set with colors, you should perhaps strike).

Was your interest in new things? - Then get started!

Painting is a nice hobby for young and old . Due to the balanced state that is achieved when painting, you can draw new strength - they start with new energy into other areas of life.