Surface pattern design inspiration

Understanding common pattern design terms as a surface designer allows you to talk confidently with companies and potential clients who are interested in your art licensing portfolio. We’re discussing the 10 most common terms like coordinate pattern, half drop repeat, and more.

Tess Belke ✶ Almo Studio ✶ Illustration + Surface Pattern Design | A fun and funky floral pattern for some good summer vibes… | Instagram

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Can you really make a reasonable income as a surface pattern designer? Is it possible to quit your day job and be 100% self-employed, making a living out of your artwork? It isn’t easy to start your own creative business, trying to make a living as a surface pattern designer. It’s much easier to

A pretty lavender floral pattern in a loose style by surface pattern designer Katherine Lenius.

Turn your doodles and sketches into a beautiful pattern in this Surface Pattern Design Fundamentals class

Think about what in your life or past experiences inspire you, and envision the details of your adventures. Is there a story to tell?

Pretty floral and bunny pattern created by the surface pattern designer- Nina Ghataora

FLORAL FUSION vector seamless pattern, featuring a light pink background adorned with intricate florals. Available for digital licensing, this design is perfect for adding a burst tenderness and elegance to your projects, whether for textiles, wallpapers, or other digital applications.

Floral Surface pattern design mosaic-style. Available on fabric, wallpaper, curtains, bedding, and much more. #flowerpattern #floralpattern #flowerfabric

Along my creative journey I found myself at crossroads many times. Here’s why I made the switch from branding to surface pattern design.

Repeating prints and patterns for licensing from the portfolio of freelance surface pattern designer Elizabeth Silver. All images ©Elizabeth Silver

A new monthly challenge for surface designers with art prompts to help build a strong surface pattern portfolio in a way that’s sustainable all year long.

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If you want to get work as surface pattern designer you need to select software that will help you build your best patterns portfolio. Should I design in raster or vector? Where can I get the best preview for my pattern? Which program will help me to streamline my design work in the most efficient way? Should you still be using your good old Procreate for surface pattern design? #procreate #affinitydesigner #surfacepattern #surfacepatterndesign #seamlesspattern #repeatpattern