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170 Sun Inspired Mandalas

Let the Sun Spark Your Creativity

Whether you’re basking in the glow of summer or yearning for warmth and light in the darker months, the sun remains a powerful symbol of life, vitality, and creative energy. This post features eight luminous mandalas inspired by the sun—each created in a different style or medium, including collage, mixed media, doodling, danmala, and more.

Featured Mandalas

Here’s a sampling of the radiant works included:

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“Shine On” Canvas Wall Art
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Danmala by Kathy Klein
Organic mandala made with flower petals
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Mandala Stone by Sherry Sanchez
Sparkly mosaic.
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Collage Mandala
A rich sunburst design using paper scraps and found materials
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Doodles and Pattern Art
Radiating linework in a rainbow of colors
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Jamie Locke’s Radiant Mandala
A vibrant painted piece capturing the spirit of the sun
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David Galchutt’s Whimsical Sun
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Leah Marie Dorion, First Nation Artist
Storytelling through color and sacred symbols
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These artists each bring their own vision and voice to the motif of the sun—using their preferred mediums to express energy, joy, healing, and reverence.

Explore the Full Gallery

Want more inspiration? I’ve curated 170+ sun mandalas from artists around the world in this Pinterest board:

View the Full Sun Mandalas Collection on Pinterest »

Let these glowing creations inspire your own art practice. Whether you draw, paint, collage, or arrange petals in your garden, may your mandalas shine brightly.

Continue Your Mandala Journey

If this collection of sun mandalas sparked your creativity, there’s so much more waiting for you.

Get Your Free Mandala Starter Kit
Join the True North Arts community and receive access to these free downloads:

  • Step-by-step instructions to draw your first mandala
  • Two excerpts from The Mandala Guidebook
  • A bonus guide for drawing a simple labyrinth
  • Digital painted papers to download, print, and use in your projects
  • Creative prompts, upcoming workshop details, and exclusive invitations delivered to your inbox.

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Explore My Book: The Mandala Guidebook
Inside you’ll find inspiration, techniques, and project ideas to grow your mandala practice—no matter your skill level.
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Hello,

I’m Kathryn

ARTIST, AUTHOR, ASTROLOGER, & INSTIGATOR OF SOULFUL AND CREATING LIVING

I’m so glad you’re here! Whether you’re looking to learn how to draw mandalas, find inspiration with one of my stencils, or dive deeper into your creative practice, I hope you’ll find exactly what you’re searching for.

Join me each New Moon and Full Moon as we explore the energies of the zodiac signs and planets. This is no ordinary moon walk—it’s a unique journey that combines mandala art with meditation, helping you connect with both the cosmos and your inner creativity.

Feel free to explore, get inspired, and don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions. I’m here to guide you on your creative path.

Enjoy your visit!

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