Create Surface Patterns Inspired by Nature
Influences
A course by Katy Dika , Surface designer
About the video: Influences
Overview
“I will now share with you some of my design influences and my favorite nature inspiration. You will see that a lot of my current influences reflect those that I had as a kid. I guess I never really grew up!”
In this video lesson Katy Dika addresses the topic: Influences, which is part of the Domestika online course: Create Surface Patterns Inspired by Nature. Get inspired by the beauty of nature and create stunning surface designs using Photoshop..
Partial transcription of the video
“In the last lesson I told you a little bit about me and in this lesson I'm going to tell you about my inspiration. I'm so inspired by many things such as people and places. I love to travel, walk in the woods, and consume popular culture. A lot of the influences I have now reflect those I had as a kid. I guess I never grew up. One example of this is 90s fashion and music. The idea of design really opened up to me as a teen in the 90s. I was in love with indie music, Riot Grrrl bands, reading and creating zines, and I was enthralled with how fashion intersected with all of that. I followed i...”
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Course summary for: Create Surface Patterns Inspired by Nature
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Category
Fashion, Illustration -
Software
Adobe Photoshop -
Areas
Digital Illustration, Gouache Painting, Pattern Design, Textile Design
Katy Dika
A course by Katy Dika
Katy Dika is a renowned surface pattern designer known for her exceptional ability to create captivating artwork inspired by nature. With a background in working with esteemed womenswear brands and interior fabrics companies, Katy's expertise lies at the intersection of fine art and commercial design.
Her passion for entomology and her experience as a curator in a natural history museum have shaped her unique perspective, combining science and art to produce extraordinary patterns. Katy's work showcases her love for incorporating elements of nature, particularly insects and creatures, into unsuspecting prints, adding a touch of whimsy and intrigue.
With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to meeting the needs of her clients, Katy understands the importance of interpreting visual trends from their perspective. She embraces the challenge of working within the technical parameters of commercial printing, ensuring that her designs not only captivate but also meet the requirements of the brands she collaborates with.
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