Jen + Ink
Abstract Drawing with Ballpoint Pen
Looking for a creative way to unwind?
Grab a ballpoint pen and some smooth paper, and I’ll show you how!
In this self-paced e-course, I will share my relaxing ballpoint pen drawing technique. By the end, you will have the tools to create an abstract 1-color ballpoint drawing. With step-by-step tutorials, this course is made for ANYONE with a desire to learn and a willingness to practice.
Course Supplies
Ballpoint pens
Smooth paper
A comfy place to sit
Your favorite beverage
A willingness to practice
No drawing skills necessary.
Seriously, if you can hold a pen, and you're willing to practice, you can learn my abstract ballpoint techniques. You probably won’t pick up the technique overnight, but with practice, you’ll find your way!
Kind words from Jen & Ink Students
Absolutely love Jennifer’s "Jen + Ink ballpoint pen e-course", it is so easy to follow, and so much fun to watch. Very well explained, step by step, just follow along and pretty soon you are creating beautiful abstract works of art. I would recommend this course for any who loves art or just wants to be creative.
Toni Mau, Plato, MN
I purchased Jen & Ink and have watched it over and over! I absolutely love it!
I feel it’s important to tell people when their lives enhance your own. Not only has this course taught and inspired me so much but it has also helped me with my anxiety. I have tried everything from zentangles to henna and I have never experienced anything like I have since discovering Jennifer’s art and technique.
Everyone is different but for me I found a place I didn’t know existed! A wonderful peace and calmness...Thank you so very much for sharing your beauty with the world!”
Marsha Clemans, Cañon City, CO
WARNING: Jen and Ink e-course may be addictive. I was fascinated with Jennifer’s beautiful ink drawings. When she came out with her E-course I jumped at the chance to try it out. Jen is a fabulous teacher and explains her methods very well. In addition she added a student forum. It has become a lovely community where we can share our work and discuss our progress. Yes, I am addicted.
Carla Koyak, Palm Coast, FL
I purchased your course and I am loving it so far! I have only been practicing for a couple of days but I can already feel improvement in my technique. I tried the zentangle thing in the past, but I just wasn't feeling it. Jennifer's technique has fulfilled me so much more! Thank you so much for creating your course and sharing your unique style with the world!
Cassie Renz, Livermore, CA
When I first saw Jen’s work come across my Pinterest feed, I was mesmerized and wanted to learn how to do it too. I immediately started searching for more of her work and scoured her instagram page for process videos and pics trying to figure out how she did it. So I was elated when she came out with her first e-course! She clearly broke down the stroke, composition and coloring; I loved that she took the time to show, in real time, how she creates her art. I devoured the whole course in one sitting and was “couch-drawing” that evening, going back to different segments to clarify different things. It was such a pleasure to watch and learn from her and to begin to create work that is so satisfying.
MaryAnn Lockard, Fountain Hills, AZ
I love the flow of Jennifer’s work, so I took her e-course. Her instructions were clear and it was easy to imitate her pen strokes once they were broken down into digestible chunks. I also appreciate having continued access, I have gone back several times to review areas I want to practice more. Additionally the Facebook group has been invaluable. I appreciate that Jennifer has continued to be available to offer advice. It’s well worth the small investment!
Sherrina Hansen, Fresno, CA
What you Get When you Enroll in Jen & Ink
INSTANT access to 5 in-depth lessons, each including step-by-step videos.
Almost 2 HOURS of up close and personal drawing video.
UNLIMITED access to the course material, as long as I continue to run it.
MEMBERSHIP in the private Jen & Ink Facebook group, where you can ask questions and share your work.
By the end of this course you’ll have a good understanding of my ballpoint drawing techniques so you can apply them in your own new and unique ways.
Upon purchase you will have unlimited access to the materials, so you can work at your own pace, and can come and go as you please. No deadlines. No pressure to create!
Meet your Instructor
I'm Jennifer Mullin and I've been making and teaching art for more than 20 years. I have an OBSESSION with ballpoint pens and adore drawing with them. Working abstractly is meditative and relaxing for me, and I hope it can be the same for you!
I do a fair amount of my drawing on the couch, with a glass of wine nearby, and a Cubs game on in the background. One of our cats is often nearby when my sketchbook is out. They are enamored with my sketchbook and I don’t know why!
I created JEN + INK because you asked. Over and over again you asked! So, I finally listened and made an online video course that I am really proud of. It felt awesome to be back in the "classroom" again, albeit virtually. (I taught middle school and high school art for 15 years.)
Students from around the world
I’ve never met an artist that work in the same style as Jennifer. I was greatly impressed by the uniqueness and originality of this technique. I found that the drawing process is very meditative. I recommend the course to everyone who has a desire to make something very showy in short terms and using only pen and a piece of paper.
Dmitrij Chistobaev, Glubokoye, Belarus
What a great course, and I would recommend it to anyone! Jennifer is clear, easy to follow, funny, and informative!
Linda Bridgeman, Kemptville, Ontario Canada
Having been a big admirer of Jennifer Mullin’s artistic creations, I purchased the courses a few years ago. The courses well presented and easy to follow and provide the student with all the information required including videos on how to create her artistic technique, the materials required and how to use two or more colours together.
Not only have these courses created a trigger for my artistic creativity they have also created a wonderful relaxation tool and would thoroughly recommend them.
Jane Proctor, Barnstaple, England
I discovered Jen’s art on Pinterest and was instantly obsessed. I spent months trying to imitate her style with limited success. After scouring the internet I found out there was no one who was teaching her unique style except …. Jen herself! I signed up for her classes and have been happily “marking” and obsessively buying ballpoint pens ever since. If you want a new creative outlet and you like Jen’s work - take the classes. Ballpoint pen drawing is great low commitment hobby - the supplies are cheap, you can bring your drawing almost anywhere and take a nice analog break in our ever oppressive digital world.
I also really love Jen’s Facebook group. There are several graduates there who have developed their own versions of Jen’s “style” and it has expanded my inspirational universe.
Matilda Deathstar
Frequently Asked Questions
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Jen + Ink is a self-paced program that starts anytime you join.
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Jen + Ink is for anyone with an interest to learn a unique ballpoint pen drawing technique. If you're willing to put in the time and the practice, you can learn how to draw abstractly with a ballpoint pen.
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All you need is a ballpoint pen and some smooth paper. I go into specifics in the course, but do check out this blog post where I share my faves.
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All course members have access to a private Facebook Group. In the group, you can ask questions and share your work. It’s a very supportive and encouraging place!
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As long as I have this website, you will have access!
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E-courses are non-refundable.
