Pattern design for homeware products

Naming and Storytelling

A course by Elizabeth Olwen , Print-and-pattern designer

100% positive reviews (127)

5,245 students

Audio: English

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About the video: Naming and Storytelling

Overview

“Giving our collection some context can really help people connect to it. So let's create a name for the collection and craft a little story about it. ”

In this video lesson Elizabeth Olwen addresses the topic: Naming and Storytelling, which is part of the Domestika online course: Pattern design for homeware products. Enhance your home decor with a range of playful and inspired patterns and illustrations..

Partial transcription of the video

“Okay, so in this lesson, we're going to talk about naming and storytelling, which I think is a wonderful way to wrap up your collection with like a little bow. So I always name my collections, give my prints names. I feel like it really has the ability to amplify the vibe you're trying to create and helps people connect with the story a little bit more because you're telling them kind of where you're coming from. So this is Stardust, one of my most beloved collections, and I introduced this magazine by telling the story behind the collection. So this is what I've got to say about Stardust. ...”

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Course summary for: Pattern design for homeware products

Level: Beginner
100% positive reviews (127)
5245 students
4 units
16 lessons (3h 8m)
8 downloads

Category
Design
Software
Adobe Fresco, Adobe Illustrator
Areas
Digital Illustration, Graphic Design, Pattern Design, Product Design

Elizabeth Olwen

A course by Elizabeth Olwen

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Print-and-pattern designer

Elizabeth Olwen is a Canadian print-and-pattern designer and color enthusiast. Her beautifully crafted patterns and illustrations are infused with heart and soul, reflecting her passion for spreading beauty and amplifying joy. Inspired by her surroundings, from the lush Canadian forests to the vibrant colors and tiles of Lisbon, Elizabeth's artwork is a meaningful expression of the world she encounters.

With over a decade of experience, she has collaborated with renowned companies around the globe, creating intentional products and campaigns that bring delight to people's lives. Elizabeth's expertise and unique artistic approach make her an exceptional guide in the realm of surface pattern design.