i've been anxiously awaiting this day for a very long time. after putting 'teach a skillshare class' on my list of yearly goals for the last two years, i'm am squealing with exciting over pushing the 'publish' button on my brand new skillshare class: intro to surface pattern design: learn illustrator | build a pattern!
i want you to know, you don't have to be an 'artist' to create beautiful artwork! this course is designed for the person who dreams of creating their own repeating patterns. after spending years learning how to become a surface pattern designer on my own, i've become passionate about sharing my knowledge with others. for this course, i have compiled all the necessary skills and knowledge you need to begin designing!
whether you're a seasoned pro at illustrator or you've never opened the program, you'll feel comfortable in this course. we start with the basics and advance to the most technical knowledge you'll need to begin making beautiful patterns.
*note: stay tuned for my follow up course, surface pattern design 2.0, coming out in march 2015 to learn how to create a collection and start your career as a surface pattern designer!
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
in this 3.5 hour course, i'll walk you through step by step to creating a repeating pattern. we'll learn what surface pattern design is and why it may be a good career option for you. i'll share with you my own creative story and give you lots 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 moodboard.
- learn best practices for sketching and scanning.
- learn how to make artwork from your sketches, your photographs and from directly within 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 following your creative dream!
i hope you'll come join us for intro to surface pattern design over on skillshare now!
I am going to take this A.S.A.P. this is so exciting, congrats Bonnie!
thanks, tristan! you should teach – i would take yours in a heartbeat! :)
Beautiful class!
Bonnie! I was so excited to see this! I *just barely* signed up for Skillshare a couple days ago. It was kismet! I have to admit that I initially joined the Roost Tribe for the Illustrator videos alone. I’ve come to love and look forward to the weekly emails. I have already flown through the whole class and have learned quite a few new tricks of the trade. I can’t wait for your next class! Thank you so much for sharing the invaluable information you’ve amassed.
wow, you’re fast! thanks so much, i’m so happy you enjoyed the class! xo
this is exciting! do you need to be a pro at Illustrator to join in?
hey anastasia! nope, we start from the very beginning with opening up the program!
Hi Bonnie — just wanted to let you know I simply loved your class! So much great content and very clearly explained! Your patterns are beautiful, and I learned so much from you! Not all designers are willing to share their “secrets,” but I so appreciate your willingness to offer such great insight into your process. Thanks again!
oh, thank you neely!
Ah I’ve been waiting for this! I know that this will happen sooner or later :) I always love how you teach from the very basic and you are sharing everything that you know will help us to be a surface pattern designer!
Is this course have different content from your CreativeLive course?
hey everyone! this course is primarily the same as my creativelive course, but I think it gives a more in depth look at my workflow while i design a few new patterns. that said, creativeLIVE is much more in depth (3 days vs 3 hrs)! :)
warmly,
bonnie
Awesome! Thank you!
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I’m also wondering how this course differs from the Creative Live course, thanks! :)
Wendy
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hello bonnie, i am mostly a self-taught graphic designer with a passion for art and creativity. i never post on blogs (this is my first), but i simply had to thank you for bringing this new great class to skillshare. i am a homeschooling mom with zero time to expand my skills and i truly appreciate that i can continue to learn from home while keeping with the responsibilities of my family and home. i am super excited to take your class and i encourage you to continue to teaching, you are very gifted and bring much value to the field. Many blessings to you.
claudia, this means so much to me! thank you for taking the time to comment – and welcome to class! i’m so happy you’re joining us. i LOVE how easy skillshare makes it – i oftentimes watch courses on my iphone in bed! hehe.