This beginner-friendly workshop is perfect for anyone looking to transform their artwork into seamless repeating patterns, ideal for fabric, wallpaper, wrapping paper, and more. Whether you’re new to Photoshop or seeking to refine your skills, this one-day workshop is thoughtfully designed to make learning even the most advanced design software feel accessible. With straightforward, easy-to-follow techniques and a focus on essential tools, I’ll guide you through the process step by step—teaching you exactly what you need without overwhelming you with unnecessary details. By the end of the day, you’ll feel confident creating stunning, professional-looking patterns, even if it’s your first time using Photoshop.

Additional Design Methods

If Photoshop or other design software isn’t your go-to, don’t worry! I’ll guide you through creating seamless patterns using Canva. Plus, if drawing or painting isn’t your forte, I’ll share where to find high-quality royalty-free images online to craft your own stunning patterns. Best of all, the patterns you create can also be used commercially, unlocking endless creative possibilities.

What’s Included:

• Drawing simple patterns and motifs: Learn how to create your own designs and manually transform them into seamless repeat tiles.
• Scanning and importing: Understand how to scan or photograph artwork and import it into Photoshop for editing.
• Cleaning up and enhancing: I’ll show you how to clean up and enhance artwork, preparing it to be made into a repeating pattern.
• Creating and testing your pattern: Learn how to create, test, resize, and save your pattern, ready for export.
• Pattern mockups: Discover how to transfer designs into product mockups to see your patterns in real-life applications.
• 7-day free trial: For those interested in working with Photoshop, I’ll explain how to get started with a 7-day free trial so you can explore the software without downloading and committing to a subscription.
• Along with hands-on guidance and demonstrations at the studio, each student will receive a detailed set of step-by-step notes to help them confidently apply the techniques covered and create refined repeating patterns at home.
• A list of companies where you can have your patterns printed or made into products, taking your designs from digital to physical.

Whether you’re interested in fabric design, stationery, or home decor, this course will unlock new possibilities for your creative work. By the end of the day, you’ll feel confident creating your own repeating patterns, ready to apply to various products. You’ll practice creating a seamless pattern manually, while I demonstrate the other steps, allowing you to see the process and apply it to your own designs at home.

Course Details:

• Dates: April 13th and March 23rd
• Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Group Course Fee: £195
• 1:1 Course Fee: £350
• Location: Moji Studio, Brighton
• Skill Level: Suitable for all levels—whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your business to the next level.

Upon booking, you’ll receive a confirmation, payment receipt, and an information pack with everything you need to prepare for the course.