In this session...

In this session we talk about how to increase your visibility on social media, and I share the answer to when to flatten or not flatten your layers in Procreate.

In this session we talk about how to pitch your designs to licensing companies, and how to know what scale your patterns are in real life. We also discuss how to know when a minimalistic design is finished, and how to organise your files.

In this session...

In this session I give feedback to an online portfolio and we talk about licensing - what to charge, how to license your designs if you've never done it before, and the importance of having a contract.

In this session I share my top tip on how to find current and future trends within surface pattern design.

In this session we talk about sizing for Spoonflower, how to deliver files to licensing clients, how to avoid blurry patterns in Procreate, and if you really need to vectorise patterns for licensing.

In this session we talk about which email service provider to choose, if you need a webshop when you're starting out, and my thoughts about copyright protection.

In this session I'm giving my feedback of two members portfolios, and one members single pattern. We are talking about things like style and how to market your work online.

In this session I'm giving you my best tips about where to start when trying to build your creative business. We also talk about how to make a pattern with a limited amount of motifs more interesting and I also gove feedback on a website.

In this session we talk about when to use which pattern style, such as full-drop, half-drop and brick repeat. I also give feedback to a bunch of patterns and talk about how to grow your style, and how to work with collections.

In this session I'm giving you my best tips and tricks about how to overcome art blocks, and we talk about a mental shift that will make you move easier through future art blocks. I also give my thoughts on reusing motifs in a pattern collection, could and should you use the same motifs in different patterns?

In this session I demonstrate how to turn a finished design into a new size and how to make it seamless in Procreate.

In this session I'm having a look at Tania's floral hero pattern and give her feedback on composition, balance, colors and overall design.

In this session we talk about what a day in the life, or a week in the life, could look like as a beginner surface pattern designer. I'm also having a look at some patterns and give feedback on some nautical inspired designs.

In this session we discuss pattern balance, color palettes, digitalizing handmade artwork, and transforming sketchbook patterns to digital formats. We also talk about how to choose your niche and market, and how to present your patterns to potential clients.

In this session we talk about producing your own products and if it's a good way to market your designs. I also give my feedback on a Christmas pattern and talk about my tips on how to improve your lettering.

In this session we talk about how to scale and rescale your patterns for Spoonflower. I review a Spoonflower shop and give some tips on how to improve sales, and we talk about how to choose colors for your designs.

In this session, we talk about how to keep your art business going while managing a busy life with kids. We'll look into how big or small your patterns should be for different products, give some feedback on a logo, and how to fix those gaps in your patterns. We also look into some issues with pattern tiles that don't meet up correctly.

In this session we talk about organizing artwork in Procreate, I give feedback on a few patterns, we discuss pricing artwork and creating contracts for licensing, and using Instagram to showcase patterns.

In this Feedback+Q&A session we talk about creating portfolios, which apps you should learn for surface pattern design, yearly planning and goal setting goal planning, and I gave feedback on two pieces of artwork.

In this Feedback+Q&A session, I gave feedback and advice to members on their portfolios, pattern design, resources for the illustration industry, finding work as an in-house illustrator, alternative pattern selling platforms, and building a successful creative business.

In this Feedback+Q&A session, I will be reviewing some pattern collections and discussing the importance of cohesive color choices. We will also explore how to make the most of your art, how subtle textures prints on products, and what makes the difference between someone who is passionate about pattern design from someone who can build a successful career in it.

In this Feedback+Q&A session, we are talking about the organization of your website, your branding, and how to present your portfolio. I'll also share some helpful tips on how to grow as an artist, like building your own unique brand, establishing a strong online presence, and leveraging the power of social media. Finally, we'll dive into naming patterns and what to name your brand.

In this Feedback and Q&A session, I'm answering questions about presenting your work to agencies, password protected portfolios, how to deliver your files to clients, and I'm giving feedback to a Christmas collection of patterns.

In this Feedback and Q&A session, I'm having a look at the design style of some of our members, with some feedback on how to continue to grow your styles. We are talking about work injuries, how to approach companies to license your artwork and some quick tips about creating your own Procreate brushes.

In this Feedback and Q&A session, we talk about having a consistent style and how to present your work online. We continue to talk about the importance of online marketing and knowing who you talk to, and we'll discuss things like AI art and copyright for your designs.

In this Q&A session we talk about color styles vs. colorways, time management, and how to earn money from your designs. We also cover marketing, the importance of having a strong brand, and if you really need to care about having a cohesive Instagram feed.

In this feedback session, I'm giving you my 3 best tips on how to avoid your pattern from reading lines by looking at Melissa's patterns. We're also having a look at Renee's portfolio website and are discussing style and how to present your artwork on your website.

In this feedback session, we are talking a lot about how to hone in on your style, and how to make your style stand out. We're diving into colors, and how to use colors to make your style more cohesive. In this session I'm having a look at the artwork of Allison Aharoni, Ulrica Skarin, Yuanyuan Jiang and Heidi Bach.

The first-ever Q&A session is here! This session is jam-packed with valuable insights on collections vs. single prints, file-saving for social media, my thoughts about taking courses and joining memberships, Adobe Illustrator vs. Procreate, and how to get licensing clients.

In the January 2023 Feedback Session, I'm having a look at the artwork from our members Suzy, Jacki, Meg, Birdy, and Abby. We're having a look at everything from general style, to specific questions about naming your designs and mini-collections.

In the December 2022 Feedback Session, I'm having a look at the artwork from our members Koryn, Sai, Holly, Rula, and Marina. I share my tips on how to make your style look more cohesive and a lot of tips about how to work with colors.