Introduction to Surface Pattern Design: Learn Adobe Illustrator - Skillshare Course

Did you know? You don't have to be an 'artist' to create beautiful works of art! This course is designed for the person who dreams of creating their own repetitive patterns. After spending years learning how to become a surface pattern designer on my own, I am passionate about sharing my knowledge with others. For this course, I have compiled all the necessary skills and knowledge you need to start designing. Whether you're a seasoned Illustrator pro or have never opened the program, you'll feel comfortable with this course. We'll start with the basics and work our way up to the more technical knowledge you'll need to start creating beautiful works of art. PLEASE NOTE: This course is the first in a series. Be sure to join us for Surface Pattern Design 2. 0 to learn how to create a collection and start your career as a surface pattern designer. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN will guide you step by step to create a repeating pattern. We'll learn what surface pattern design is and why it may be a good career choice for you. I'll share with you my own creative story and give you plenty of insider secrets along the way! Learn Illustrator: from setting up a custom workspace to how to use the most technical tools of the trade. Gather and create your own inspiration, and learn how to put together a mood board. Learn best practices for drawing and scanning. Learn how to make artwork from your sketches, your photographs, and directly from Adobe Illustrator. Create custom color palettes. Design a repeating pattern! This course is designed to give you all the technical and creative skills you need to start designing patterns, plus it will motivate and inspire you to start pursuing your creative dream! this course. Adobe Illustrator (start a free trial here) Sketchbook Dark black pencil and pen Camera or smartphone Not required, but helpful tools include: Scanner Lightbox Tablet Wacom LET'S GET STARTED! I am very excited to start this adventure with you. Let us begin! but useful tools include: Lightbox Scanner Wacom Tablet LET'S GET STARTED! I am very excited to start this adventure with you. Let us begin! but useful tools include: Lightbox Scanner Wacom Tablet LET'S GET STARTED! I am very excited to start this adventure with you. Let us begin!