Create Surface Patterns Inspired by Nature
Mark-Making and Developing Palettes 2
A course by Katy Dika , Surface designer
About the video: Mark-Making and Developing Palettes 2
Overview
“Now that we have a mark-making reference sheet, we can focus on developing a color palette. I will tell you about the specifics of choosing colors when working on Surface Design and explain what colorways are.”
In this video lesson Katy Dika addresses the topic: Mark-Making and Developing Palettes 2, 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
“It can be fun to play with color palette in gouache, but rest assured we can make all the color changes we want once we bring our artwork into Photoshop. I'm going to start by looking back to my inspiration board and working with the main colors I see in my palette. I like to keep things simple, so I'm just going to use ochre and black, keeping in mind that the third color is going to be the white from my paper. With conventional surface design, you want to limit your palette and keep colors separate when possible, especially since each color will need to be printed using its own screen or ...”
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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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