Surface Design: Turn your Artwork into Collections
The Benefit of Creating Collection-Focused Artwork
A course by Allison Cole , Illustrator and Surface Designer
Joined May 2021
Joined May 2021
About the video: The Benefit of Creating Collection-Focused Artwork
Overview
“In this lesson, you will take a closer look at what can be created from a single illustration. Are you ready?”
In this video lesson Allison Cole addresses the topic: The Benefit of Creating Collection-Focused Artwork, which is part of the Domestika online course: Surface Design: Turn your Artwork into Collections. Create cohesive product collections using Adobe Illustrator for illustration, surface design, portfolio enhancement, and client engagement.
Partial transcription of the video
“When you create collection-focused artwork, you can pull multiple images from a single illustration and create a series of products that are interrelated. In this course for your final project, you will be able to take what you will learn to create your very own greeting card, notebook, and die-cut sticker. Starting with a single illustration is a fast and easy way to learn how to create a series of products that work both together and separately. This can be a valuable skill to showcase to potential clients or something that you can create and sell yourself. Creating collections is also a ...”
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Course summary for: Surface Design: Turn your Artwork into Collections
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Category
Illustration -
Software
Adobe Illustrator, Procreate -
Areas
Digital Drawing, Digital Illustration, Pattern Design, Vector 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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