Fundamentals of Pattern Design
A course by Michelle Parascandolo , Surface Designer
Joined March 2022
Create a stunning collection of patterns you can apply to any surface using Illustrator and Adobe Fresco.
Create a stunning collection of patterns you can apply to any surface using Illustrator and Adobe Fresco.
Joined March 2022
Patterns serve a dual purpose, they are both aesthetic and practical. First and foremost, they should be eye-catching and playful, but they also get turned into something else —a dress, a cushion, wallpaper, or pretty much anything you can think of. Michelle Parascandolo is a freelance pattern designer based in New York City. She has created a library of prints for her clients to choose from and apply to their products. She’s worked with Lucy and Yak, Target, Flow Magazine, and many more. Inspired by nature, bright colors, and a variety of artistic movements throughout history, her style is whimsical and creative.
In this online course, Michelle teaches you how to develop your own collection of patterns that can be applied to any product. She walks you through the early stages of inspiration, to sketching out ideas using a mood board, all the way through to making a production-ready artwork. She explains the importance of color palette, as well as how to come up with a range of patterns, from simple, to complex.
What will you learn in this online course?
17 lessons & 21 downloads
- 99% positive reviews (67)
- 3,231 students
- 17 lessons (2h 42m)
- 21 additional resources (8 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English
- English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Create a collection of prints that can be used on anything.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Anyone who wants to design patterns or enhance their digital illustration skills.
Requirements and materials
Basic knowledge of Adobe Fresco and Illustrator
Reviews
A course by Michelle Parascandolo
Michelle Parascandolo is a freelance surface designer specializing in floral patterns. She was first introduced to design as a student at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York. There, she decided it was surface pattern design she wanted to work with. Her pieces have been used for a wide range of products, from home decor to clothing, to stationery. Some of her clients are Target, Lucy and Yak, and Flow Magazine. She is also the author of a book, From Petal to Pattern, which teaches the basics of pattern design.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
Inspiration
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Introduction to Pattern Design and Collections
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Choosing Inspiration
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Sketching Motifs
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U3
Designing the Hero Print
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Creating the Hero Print 1
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Creating the Hero Print 2
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Applying Color
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Finalizing the Hero
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Finalizing Colors
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U4
The Rest of the Collection
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Coordinating Prints: Secondary Prints 1
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Coordinating Prints: Secondary Prints 2
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Coordinating Prints: Blender Prints
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Collection Checkpoint
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U5
Applications and Additional Tips
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Mock-ups
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Final Tips
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Collections
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FP
Final project
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Fundamentals of Pattern Design
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squishy
I really found this helpful as an aspiring print designer. Would recommend to anyone that is a beginner or who wants to see how another designers perspective of achieve a repeat print.
joydancer17
As a new comer to design I found this course very helpful. There are very detailed instructions on what steps to take when and lots of pictures to help you see and understand the process. Excellent course and has given me much direction for me to continue on. Deborah
gloparo15
Excellent course, very easy to follow and Michelle is very good at explaining everything.
quierocoloresdevida
Me ha encantado, y deseo poder vero muchas veces, me encanta su proceso y he aprendido mucho, aunque lentemente.
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rollyrols
Nice and motivating course for aspiring surface pattern designers