Art Licensing 101: Build Your Illustration Career
Influences
A course by Allison Cole , Illustrator and Surface Designer
Joined May 2021
Joined May 2021
About the video: Influences
Overview
“These are a few touchpoints that I always return to when I feel stuck creatively or need to embark on a new project and feel inspired. ”
In this video lesson Allison Cole addresses the topic: Influences, which is part of the Domestika online course: Art Licensing 101: Build Your Illustration Career. Learn how to grow your business through essential pattern design skills and valuable licensing basics..
Partial transcription of the video
“Influences Now that you know a bit more about me, in this lesson, we will talk about my influences. One of my biggest influences is vintage and antique stores. You never know what you might find for inspiration. There could be an old child's toy or a vase, or an object with an interesting shape. I can then turn that into inspiration for motifs and my repeat pattern illustration. Another big influence are plants and flowers. I always turn to nature when I'm feeling stuck creatively. Going outside to look up closely at tiny flowers or leaves, or any of the intricate patterns that nature creat...”
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Course summary for: Art Licensing 101: Build Your Illustration Career
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Category
Illustration, Marketing & Business -
Areas
Design Management, Marketing, Pattern Design, Portfolio Development, Traditional illustration
Allison Cole
A course by Allison Cole
Allison Cole is a seasoned illustrator and surface designer renowned for her vibrant and engaging creations. With a passion for art that dates back to her formative years, Allison honed her skills at The Rhode Island School of Design, where she gained a comprehensive understanding of the creative process. Her career journey began as a graphic designer and freelance illustrator, during which she explored the world of surface design by crafting and selling her own products. This self-driven initiative led her to discover the potential of creating art for products, ultimately guiding her towards a career in surface design.
Over time, Allison has collaborated with an impressive array of clients, including Target, Keds, and West Elm, and has developed product lines with brands such as Paintbrush Studio Fabrics and Badge Bomb. Her work is celebrated for its unique motifs, vibrant colors, and compelling compositions that capture the imagination. Allison's dedication to her craft is evident in her strategic approach to building her brand and establishing licensing partnerships. She continues to inspire artists by demonstrating how to transform illustrations into captivating collections, offering insights into the world of surface design with the aim of empowering others to see their work on products.
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