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Lisa Crow: Editing, Proofreading and Mindful Creativity
Lisa Crow: Editing, Proofreading and Mindful Creativity
Editor, proofreader and Certified Zentangle® Teacher based in Glasgow, Scotland
Hi, I'm Lisa
I work with authors, business owners and content creators across the UK and beyond, shaping copy to be clear, accurate and engaging. I also teach the Zentangle® method online and in person around Glasgow, helping beginners and experienced tanglers find calm through mindful drawing.
Whether you're polishing a manuscript, preparing website copy, or looking for a calming creative practice, you're in the right place.
Editor, proofreader and Certified Zentangle® Teacher based in Glasgow, Scotland
I work with authors, business owners and content creators across the UK and beyond, shaping copy to be clear, accurate and engaging. I also teach the Zentangle® method online and in person around Glasgow, helping beginners and experienced tanglers find calm through mindful drawing.
Whether you're polishing a manuscript, preparing website copy, or looking for a calming creative practice, you're in the right place.
Mindful Creativity
Learn The Zentangle® Method - a simple, mindful art practice that anyone can do. No artistic experience is needed, just a willingness to slow down and focus. I teach online classes and workshops that help you manage stress, boost creativity and find a bit of calm in your day.
Editing and Proofreading
I work with authors preparing manuscripts, business owners creating content, and students refining academic work. Whether it's a full edit or a final proofread, I'll help your words do exactly what you need them to do. I'll help you produce something you're proud of.
A bit more about me
Before going freelance, I spent nearly 20 years as a sub-editor and journalist, editing newspapers and magazines. That background means I notice the small things: a missed comma, an overlong sentence, a line that almost works but not quite.
In 2022, I certified as a Zentangle® Teacher. I now teach the Zentangle® method as a calming creative practice, on a one-to-one basis and via free tutorials on my YouTube channel.
Words and mindful art may seem unrelated, but to me they have some things in common: focus, patience and pride in what you create.
To find out more about any of my services, visit my blog.
TESTIMONIALS
Client
Katie Bell
Former Student
"Lisa has a calm and measured style, while being super encouraging and supportive. After only one lesson, I produced something I was really proud of and impressed my seven-year-old with my newfound skills. I look forward to learning more with Lisa."
Angela Gilchrist
Former Editor, The People's Friend
"Lisa consistently proved herself to be excellent at meeting deadlines, and brought meticulous attention to detail and outstanding organisational skills to every task she tackled. Lisa is a positive, upbeat person who forms strong and productive working relationships."
Lorna Lawson
Former Student
"Lisa is a patient and friendly teacher and she is very knowledgeable and professional too. Her own work is excellent and she inspires me to keep learning. I can see that my own work has improved over the months and that gives me more confidence."
FAQs
What services do you offer?
I work in two areas. On the words side, I provide proofreading and copy-editing for authors, business owners, and content creators. On the creative side, I'm a Certified Zentangle® Teacher, teaching one-to-one classes online and local to Glasgow, online, a beginner course, and a paid journal.
Where am I based and who do I help?
I'm based in Glasgow, Scotland. Editing work is fully remote, so I take on clients from anywhere. Online Zentangle classes are open to anyone with a stable connection. In-person workshops are in and around Glasgow.
Proofreading vs Editing: What's the Difference?
Proofreading is the final polish: catching typos, punctuation slips, and small inconsistencies in a document that's otherwise ready to go. Copy-editing goes deeper: improving sentence flow, clarity, consistency, and accuracy alongside the proofreading checks. I'll always recommend the right level for your project.
What kinds of projects do you take on?
Manuscripts (fiction and non-fiction), website copy, business documents, marketing materials, blog posts and articles. If you're not sure whether your project is a fit, send me a brief outline and I'll let you know.
How do you price your editing work?
Pricing depends on the level of editing needed, the word count, and the deadline. Send me a sample of your project (around 500 to 1,000 words is plenty) along with the total length, and I'll give you a clear quote and turnaround time before we start.
Do I need to be artistic to do Zentangle?
Not at all. The whole Zentangle method is built around the idea that anyone can do it, regardless of artistic background. If you can hold a pen, you can tangle.
What is The Zentangle® Method?
Zentangle is a calming, meditative drawing practice created by Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas. You build up structured patterns one stroke at a time, with no eraser and no pressure to plan ahead. Many people find it a powerful way to settle a busy mind and reconnect with creativity.
Do I need to be artistic to do Zentangle?
Not at all. The whole Zentangle method is built around the idea that anyone can do it, regardless of artistic background. If you can hold a pen, you can tangle.
What supplies do I need to start Zentangle?
Very little: a Sakura Pigma Micron pen, a 2B graphite pencil, a tortillon (blending stump), and a 3.5 inch square paper tile. I run through the basics in detail in my free ebook and on the blog.
How do I book a class or workshop?
For Zentangle classes and workshops, head to my classes page for current availability. For group bookings or corporate sessions, email me at [email protected].
Do you offer group or corporate workshops?
Yes, I run Zentangle workshops for teams, community groups, and private gatherings, both in person around Glasgow and online. Get in touch with a rough idea of your group size and what you're looking to do, and I'll send through some options.
Where can I find free Zentangle tutorials?
My blog and YouTube channel are full of free tutorials, with new content most weeks. You can also grab my free ebook, which walks you through your first Zentangle project from start to finish.
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