Do you love creating repeating patterns? Did you know you can create a seamless repeat in Adobe Fresco? In this class you will learn how to create seamless repeating surface pattern designs in Adobe Fresco.

We will go over:

The basic tools you need to know
Important things to remember when building a pattern
Creating your motifs
Two different methods for building patterns in Adobe Fresco
Fixing holes and gaps in your patterns
Recoloring your pattern with adjustment layers
Exporting your work

By the end of the class you will be able to export your patterns to use as you want.

This class is for all levels. No experience is necessary but it may be helpful to have some basic knowledge of Adobe Fresco. If you need a refresher on Adobe Fresco, you can check out my class An Intro to iPad Art: Part 2 - Adobe Fresco on Skillshare.

If you want to learn more about using the watercolor live brushes, you can check out my class Learn to Paint Digital Watercolors in Adobe Fresco.

Why is this class helpful?

Creating repeating surface pattern designs in Adobe Fresco gives you a new way to build your portfolio. With Adobe Fresco you can create seamless repeats on the go from anywhere. Adobe Fresco is a versatile program that easily integrates with Photoshop and Illustrator making it a powerful tool for all your illustration needs.

Materials and Resources

This class requires an iPad and Apple Pencil or other tablet and stylus combo along with Adobe Fresco.

With an Adobe CC account you will have access to Adobe Fresco and many other Adobe apps with one subscription. Adobe also offers free trials of its apps so you can start with the free trial if you don’t want to commit to paying for the app immediately but it won’t offer all of the premium features.

In the Projects & Resources section, you will find:

A list of common pattern repeat types
75 themes for your patterns
20 color palettes

A little about me:

- I have a Bachelors of Fine Art and over three decades of experience as an artist. I have been using the iPad Pro and Apple Pencil since early 2016 (shortly after its initial launch). I tested many drawing apps and tools over the years and have a lot of experience working on the iPad.

- I started using Adobe Fresco when it was launched in 2019 and use it regularly to create my illustrations and motifs for my surface patterns. With the addition of some new features in 2022, I can now turn those motifs into seamless repeating patterns right in Adobe Fresco without having to export them.

- I learned with pencil and paper but have transitioned to working digitally to create my art so I know first hand how intimidating the switch from traditional media to digital media can be in the beginning. I also know the benefits of working digitally to save time and resources and increase productivity.

Adobe and Adobe Fresco are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe in the United States and/or other countries.

Ashley B.

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