Surface Pattern Design in Procreate
Have you ever dreamed of seeing your artwork on products like fabric, wallpaper, stationery, or home décor? Surface pattern design is the skill that makes it possible—using only your iPad and Procreate.
Instructor: Lisa Albinus
Date/Time: December 6, 2025 • 10:00am – 1:00pm
Class Cost: $50.00 Members; 55.00 Non- Members
Materials Cost: None. Students must bring an iPad with the Procreate app installed (latest version recommended). A stylus such as the Apple Pencil is strongly recommended over finger drawing. For any technology questions prior to class, email Lisa at lalbinus19@gmail.com.
Location: Five Oaks Art Studio, 1247 Rural Drive NW, Concord, NC 28027
To Register: Email Lisa at lalbinus19@gmail.com
Payment Method: Email Lisa to receive payment instructions. PayPal, Venmo, checks all accepted
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Class Description:
Surface pattern design is everywhere—on clothing, wallpaper, journals, phone cases, and more. Behind every one of those products is an artist who created a repeating design. In this class, that artist will be you!
We’ll start by drawing motifs—the small illustrations or shapes that form the building blocks of a pattern. Then, step by step, you’ll learn how to arrange those motifs into seamless, professional-looking patterns using only Procreate on your iPad. No Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or Creative Suite required.
Whether you’re curious about turning your art into products, building a portfolio, or simply exploring a new creative outlet, surface pattern design is a powerful skill that opens doors to both fun projects and professional opportunities.
Prerequisite: The Procreate Basics class is required before taking this workshop. That class will be offered on October 4, 2025 — details here.
If you cannot attend on October 4, please contact me directly — I have a recorded version of the class available that will get you ready for Surface Pattern Design.
By the end of class, you’ll:
Understand what surface pattern design is and why it’s such a fast-growing creative field.
Create original motifs in Procreate.
Learn how to build seamless repeating patterns from your motifs.
Explore color palettes and composition strategies for polished results.
Export your work for print-on-demand, products, or personal projects.
Leave with a finished repeating pattern ready to use.
Instructor Bio:
Lisa Albinus is a professional illustrator and art educator with over 20 years of experience in both traditional and digital mediums. She teaches at the Cain Center for the Arts, Central Piedmont Community College (CPCC), and across multiple platforms and institutions. Lisa’s work includes children’s book illustration, botanical art, and surface pattern design, and she is passionate about empowering artists to bring their ideas to life—whether on paper or on an iPad.
Website: https://www.lisaalbinus.com/
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