This class, Easy Geometric Patterns in Procreate, will demonstrate some of my pattern design methodology, and quick and easy ways to create two simple geometric patterns. In the class, I take you from start to finish in creating full seamless repeat patterns, notably using either a square or a circle to start. And, I have techniques to save the pattern in many iterations and colors, as well as the added bonus of producing a pattern brush. I use a specific method to be sure the pattern swatch that we’ll be creating is completely editable. One of my goals is to show you how we’ll be able to recolor it once the pattern is complete.

In this class I’ll walk you through:

my step-by-step method for making seamless geometric patterns in Procreate
tips for creating compositions for a really varied and appealing pattern repeat
my workflow for use of layers and other great features like snapping and magnetics
adjusting patterns to create different variations, as you will see
methods for keeping the swatch fully editable for later adjustments and recoloring

If you’re an aspiring pattern designer with a good basic knowledge of Procreate, you’ll be able to go through all the steps. This class will benefit anyone who wishes to simplify creation of seamless pattern coordinates and collections and methods to improve efficiency.

The key concepts I will include:

review of my shape creation including alterations and adjustments
methods to work with basic shapes and keeping them symmetrical
approaches you can take in your creative work

This is an ideal class for you, even if you are not sure what you will use the pattern for, whether it be for fabric design for sites like Spoonflower, scrapbooking paper, custom web graphics, or whatever! Learning new Procreate workflows is always desirable. I guarantee you will create something really appealing, and it’s so much fun, once you get the hang of it!

Intro to Easy Geometric Patterns in Procreate

This short intro will give you an overview of the class.

Lesson 1: Starting the Triangular Pattern

In this lesson, I will show you the objectives for class and explain the set-up of the initial triangular pattern. I discuss snapping and magnetics and the canvas guides I use as well as explaining blending modes and opacity as it applies in this scenario.

Lesson 2: Expanding on the Design for Variety

In this lesson, I will break down the complete process of creating the initial single pattern repeat. We experiment with opacity and recoloring some of the components as well as talking about snapping and magnetics and flipping the layers.

Lesson 3: Strategies in Planning Your Pattern

In this lesson, I will explain creating a full pattern repeat from what we have created. I talk about the advantage of grouping layers for easy duplication. I also take the time to create a brush to further test out how well our values have worked.

Lesson 4: Setting Up the Circular Pattern

We will set up the circular pattern in this lesson and I give you tons of tips and tricks for making the process simple and quick. Layering is going to be important here to achieve the results we desire in the next lesson, so I show you how to make all the parts individual so they can be moved to a different order in the layer’s palette.

Lesson 5: Finalizing the Circular Components

In this lesson, we finalize the layout of the circular pattern. I discuss a few methods.

Lesson 6: Circular Design Color Experiments

At this stage, we pull our layout together, and I will experiment with different color combinations. We play with the colors while keeping it monochromatic. I also explain, in this lesson, why you might sometimes experience gaps in your design and what to do to alleviate the issue.

Lesson 7: Testing the Pattern on Mock Ups

In this lesson I will take you through the process of testing the patterns on mock-ups. I show you a great variety and explain why I find it so useful to test my patterns in this way.

Lesson 8: Conclusion and Wrap Up

We will conclude everything in this lesson. I show you a couple of quick mock-ups with the pattern and we end with a chat about next steps.

Concepts covered:

Concepts covered include but are not limited to Procreate pattern design, layering, transparency and opacity, Procreate brush stamps, Procreate canvas settings, Procreate snapping and guides, art licensing, flipping components, tone and value of colors, creating original brush stamps in Procreate, the Brush Studio in Procreate, adjusting Procreate brushes, sizing of documents and brushes, workflow best practices, painting best practice, Procreate composites, techniques with paints and blending, and much more.

You will get the bonus of…

47 minutes of direction from an instructor who has been in graphic design business and education for over 40 years
knowledge of multiple ways to solve each design challenge
an outline with links to further research
a list of helpful online sites to further your education into surface pattern design

Mandy Stallings

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