Tutorials, process, and the occasional honest ramble about this industry.
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Navigating Instagram as an Artist: Finding Your Balance
by: Mel ArmstrongPublished on: 25/05/2025This post offers a balanced perspective on Instagram's pros and cons for artists, acknowledging its potential while addressing its very real challenges.
Is Surface Pattern Design Dying? Here’s What to Do Next
by: Mel ArmstrongPublished on: 22/05/2025The rise of AI, coupled with what feels like an explosion of incredibly talented designers, is a real concern that we absolutely need to address.
How I Bring My Pattern Designs to Life (Step-by-Step)
by: Mel ArmstrongPublished on: 08/03/2025In this video I'll show you how I bring my pattern designs to life. I'll be using Procreate and Adobe Illustrator to create a wild flower pattern, and I'll be chatting about my process along the way.
Surface Designer Spotlight with Sketch, Design, Repeat
by: Mel ArmstrongPublished on: 08/03/2025Website feature on Sketch Design and Repeat
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