Module 1 + Module 2

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Module 1: Designing Your Way is an instant-access / self-paced online course where you will learn everything you need to know to turn basic sketches into patterns! In this acclaimed e-course, you’ll find out more about colour and pattern, how to create mood boards, and even how to create repeat patterns in Adobe Illustrator. No experience or artistic knowledge is needed to begin – we will teach you all you need to know!

Module 1 is a fantastic introduction to the surface pattern design industry and helps YOU to find your passion, personal style and place within it.

We have welcomed students onto our courses from over 100 countries around the world, and our classrooms are accessible on-line 24/7, so you can join us from any time zone and fit the course into your busy life. Whether you’re just starting out or are looking to refresh your skills, this is the start of a very exciting journey with new friends in preparation for a successful surface pattern career.

Module 1 includes:

• How and where to seek out design inspiration
• How to work with colour
• How to create moodboards
• How to build a pattern
• How to develop your signature style and use this to brand your business
• How to turn elements of a mixed media painting into a pattern (featuring the work of Kelly Rae Roberts)
• How to create repeats in Adobe Illustrator
• Time-saving tricks and industry insider tips
• The secrets of successful surface pattern designers
• Downloadable pattern source guide
• BONUS TECHNICAL WORKSHOP VIDEOS giving you a step-by-step guide to scanning images and basic manipulation in Photoshop and Illustrator, playing with colour and sketching and creating repeats on your computer.
• Not only this, you also get a peek behind the scenes of Rachael Taylor’s life as a dynamic and successful professional surface pattern designer and a glimpse at some previously unpublished designs!

This is for you if:

• You are drawn to colour and pattern
• You want to learn more about how to create your own patterns
• You don’t have time to study surface pattern design at college or university
• You want to join a community of like-minded people on a fun and inspiring creative journey
• You dream of one day licensing your own designs but don’t know where to begin (NB this is the first step – Modules 2 and 3 provide more business-related advice)
• You will do this by actually creating a set of source images, designing your own motifs, putting together a colour swatch and a moodboard and designing a set of business stationery.
• NB: You do not absolutely need a computer for the creative exercises in Module 1, but you will be given valuable bonus technical guides to help you design on the computer should you wish to. Please note we do not offer technical guidance for any programmes other than Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator (including free software).
• Please also note that this course is not assessed and does not include individual critique of your work.

Module 2: Creating Your Professional Identity is an instant access / self-paced online course where you will learn how to develop your brand image, design advanced technical repeats in Photoshop and Illustrator, put a collection together, and start your own label! You will also learn how to understand and predict trends, how to get noticed and get press, and how to protect your work.

We have welcomed students onto our courses from over 100 countries around the world, and our classrooms are accessible on-line 24/7, so you can join us from any time zone and fit the course into your busy life. If you’re interested in becoming a professional surface pattern designer, this module will provide the solid foundation you need for a successful design career.

Module 2 includes:

• How to start your own label – you will do this by actually creating a sample collection, mini brand look book, press release, and trend report
• How to develop your signature look
• How to build your brand image and get people talking about you the way you want them to
• How to understand and predict trends (and how to layout a professional Trend Report in Adobe Illustrator)
• How to put a collection together
• How to get noticed and get press
• How to market yourself and build your online presence
• How to protect your work
• How to create technical repeats
• How to create static and rotating blog ads
• BONUS TECHNICAL WORKSHOP VIDEOS giving you a step-by-step guides to design using Photoshop and Illustrator. Find out more on our Technical Workshops page.
• You will also receive bonus industry insider tips, generic industry specifications for printing and designing for various products, a selection of template product examples to demonstrate industry standards and an industry jargon-buster! AND the chance to get your work showcased in MOYO magazine, our dedicated online surface pattern publication.

This is for you if:

• You have completed Module 1 (although this is not a prerequisite) or have a basic working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator
• You have a basic understanding of surface pattern design and now want to start getting noticed
• You want to learn how to create more complex repeat patterns and build them into a sellable collection
• You want to set up your own label
• You want to put the foundations in place to pave the way for licensing and other ways of selling your work
• You want to connect with others with similar passions to you
• You are excited about the thought of making a name for yourself
• Please note this course is not assessed and does not include individual critique of your work. You will need at least basic knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator to get the most out of this module. Please note we do not offer technical guidance for any other software programmes (including free software)