“For me the most powerful element of the course has been finding my own style, and having the confidence to explore it and put it to good use. I’m now full of ideas I can’t wait to get started on, and feel very excited about future possibilities.” Jessica Wilde
We are really pleased to showcase part 3 of the beautiful work from our very talented Module 3 students of ‘The Art and Business of Surface Pattern Design (the e-course)’who took the course in January 2013. Here are more of our fantastic students & the work they have created over the 5 weeks in class.
“Having come into surface pattern design last year with no real knowledge, ABSPD gave me a thorough, broad spectrum look into the field, now a viable career choice for me. Rachel is a champion of originality and she’s really bolstered my courage; I’m excited for my future in design!” Tina Wilson
“I really appreciate the comprehensive nature of this course – from where to find inspiration, sketching, developing my portfolio and going out into the big world of surface design business. I now have a clear agenda and am excited to pursue my dreams in this profession!” Mi Jung Lee
“I was very impressed by this inspiring and comprehensive course. I have a textiles background and I took the course in order to new techniques for creating patterns, find out about the business side of things, and to learn about the industry today. I think this course has provided me with all of that and much more!!” Wini Dougall
“The completion of Modules 2 and 3 of the course, have inspired me to believe in myself as designer and have given me the confidence to realise my potential; whether it be a career in freelance design or setting up my own business, the advice you have given me has been invaluable.” Sian Alexandria Leach
“The most powerful element of the course for me – was being able to clearly see what direction I wanted to go in as a designer. It has highlighted to me that if I want to concentrate of paper products I must achieve a certain standard and be able to work quickly and efficiently and the course has taught me how to do this. It has been a brilliant experience all round.” Trina Esquivelzeta
“The best investment in time, money and creativity I’ve ever had. Tons of fun while learning so much about the Art and Business of Surface Design.” Natacha Devaud
“I think being able to learn directly from the experience of successful designers like Rachael Taylor is the most powerful element of this course. The ABSPD course has given me the confidence and tools I needed to take my love for patterns to a professional level. It has helped me find my style and gave me invaluable insight into the surface pattern world. This course is definitely the best gift I’ve ever given myself.” Daniela Butunoi
“I really like that we are given the right tools to get started in this business. Exiting exercises and lots of inspiration and motivation has helped me work hard to get my new website up and running and lots of new work to show off. Just a few days after the course ended, I got a license deal. Love it!” Magnus Riise
“This course has been a life changing experience it has given me the tools and confidence to show my patterns and have reached places that I had never imagined I was going to be capable of.” Laura Escalante
‘The optimism and energy that Rachael and Beth bring to the ABSPD course seems to permeate everyone and everything involved in it, resulting in a really positive and supportive environment. It has helped me to focus and realise that inspiration can be found anywhere, which is a gift I will always keep with me. Thanks for a super experience!’ Ilze van der Poll
“Having completed all three modules of the course, I now feel I’m in a much better position to move forward with my ideas and designs. The most important development for me has been discovering my signature style. I can now begin to see how I can develop and move forward. I can’t thank Rachel, Beth and the team enough for all of the advice and information we have been provided with. Combined with support of the rest of the group, my passion for wanting to work on and develop my own brand has been reignited.” Amy Watson
If you are interested in ‘The Art and Business of Surface Pattern Design (the e-course)’ we are thrilled to announce we are running a new series with module 1, module 2 and module 3 (starting on April 29th 2013)
We also have Module 3 ‘Monetising Your Designs‘ starting on April 29th, 2013.
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