Mel Armstrong - Illustrator

Hello friends,
I'm so excited to share some big news! Over the past few months, I've been working hard behind the scenes to completely refresh of my course, The Art & Joy of Surface Pattern Design. I've just finished re-filming all 44 lessons and adding 10 brand new ones, bringing the total to over 9 hours of video lessons, all with updated PDFs and workbooks.
This isn't just a minor update—it's a complete transformation. I've poured my heart and soul into making this course even better, clearer, and more comprehensive than ever. My goal is to give you everything you need to turn your creative spark into a thriving career.
To celebrate this massive refresh, I'm opening the doors for a special limited-time sale! For the next 2 weeks, you can enrol in the newly updated course at an incredible discount.
Enrol Here: bit.ly/ajspd-s25-yt

4 weeks ago | [YT] | 28

Mel Armstrong - Illustrator

I recently sat down and chatted to wonderful ‪@ElizabethSilver‬ about my career as an Illustrator & Surface Pattern Designer. We chatted about my journey from Software Engineer to full-time illustrator, licensing, illustrating children's books and teaching online. Grab a cuppa and have a listen here: https://youtu.be/F8JNRocuoT8?si=OBaYH...

3 months ago | [YT] | 18

Mel Armstrong - Illustrator

3 years ago, I launched ​The Art & Joy of Surface Pattern Design​, a course born from countless conversations and insights gathered from aspiring artists and designers like you. It’s been an incredible journey watching so many of you transform your creative passions into tangible skills and thriving businesses.

What truly stands out, though, is the vibrant community that has blossomed within the course. It’s a place where artists connect, share, and support each other, creating a space where everyone feels inspired to push their creative boundaries.

To celebrate these years of growth and to welcome even more passionate creators into our community, I’m thrilled to announce a special anniversary sale! For a limited time, you can join ​The Art & Joy of Surface Pattern Design​ at a fantastic discount.

Click here for more info: bit.ly/AJSPDSALE-YT

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6 months ago | [YT] | 19

Mel Armstrong - Illustrator

For those of you who love digital pattern design and want to expand your Adobe Illustrator skills, I’m excited to announce my new Skillshare class! You can check it out here: skl.sh/3DvFLap

In “Create a Modern Trailing Floral Design in Adobe Illustrator,” you’ll learn how to:

- Gather Inspiration
- Ogee Template Construction
- Sketching and Digital Refinement
- Colour Palette Techniques
- Seamless Pattern Creation
- Colourway Variations
- Mockup Application
- Practical Tips and Techniques

Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced Illustrator user, this class is perfect for anyone looking to create beautiful, modern floral patterns.

6 months ago | [YT] | 49

Mel Armstrong - Illustrator

It's that time of year again with Bonnie Christine does her free workshop. If you've not done it before and you're new to Surface Pattern Design, then I highly recommend checking it out. It's FREE! She's also giving away over $5,000 worth of surface design tools and treasures! Check it all out here*: bit.ly/playbook25.
Starts on Monday the 10th February 2025.

*This is an affiliate link, but costs you nothing to do the workshop. If you do decide to signup for her Immersion course, I will receive a small commission, which helps me to create more tutorials on my channel.

8 months ago (edited) | [YT] | 18

Mel Armstrong - Illustrator

Hey everyone, I'd really love to do a Q&A video to answer some of your questions. Comment below with any questions that you have for me and I'll pick some to answer in an upcoming video.

1 year ago | [YT] | 8

Mel Armstrong - Illustrator

When I first delved into the realm of surface pattern design, I grappled with overwhelming doubt and fear. My skills and knowledge were far from abundant, but my boundless passion served as a driving force. I recognized that this was not merely a fleeting desire but a profound determination.

I committed myself to a path of continuous learning. I enrolled in online courses, dedicated myself to daily drawing and painting, and fearlessly explored various tools and techniques. In my quest for knowledge and expertise, I sought wisdom from some remarkable individuals.

Some of these experts are part of the "I Am An Artist" Summit, scheduled to run from November 6-10. And I'm beyond excited to be a part of it too!

So, what exactly is the "I Am An Artist" Summit? It's a five-day virtual event that offers an exclusive opportunity to unlock your creative potential and gain profound insights into the world of surface design. We've assembled a group of 19 renowned artists and designers, including yours truly, who are eager to share their invaluable tips, tricks, and personal journeys with you.

I've had a sneak peek at what the Summit has in store, and it's genuinely impressive, filled with insights, tips, and knowledge that I'm certain you'll find captivating.

Here's what you can expect:
- Expert tutorials and insights from industry leaders
- Engaging interview sessions with your favorite artists
- Lifetime access to all Summit content
- VIP access to a live Zoom Q&A session with surface pattern design experts

If you want to get in on the action at a discounted rate, make sure to grab your Early Bird Ticket between October 23rd and 31st. You'll save 20%, and it'll cost you just $397.60. After that, tickets will be available at the full price of $497. Don't miss out on this opportunity!

Use my exclusive partner link to get your early bird ticket!⁠ bit.ly/iamanartistsummit
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Can't wait to see you there!⁠

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1 year ago | [YT] | 15

Mel Armstrong - Illustrator

I've been thinking about what my YouTube friends want most from my tutorials and I'd love it if you could let me know. This will help me to schedule and plan tutorials and bring to you what you want and need most.

2 years ago | [YT] | 8

Mel Armstrong - Illustrator

Check out my newest and probably my most favourite collab with IndieBoho Pet's in Australia. I designed the pattern for their newest dog travel mat. The excitement of it got me thinking of how it all started 10 years ago, and how I dreamed of seeing my art on products such as this.

One of the best things about what I do now is inspiring and teaching others to follow this path which has been so rewarding for me.

Are you ready to unlock your inner artist and transform your creative passions into beautiful, market-ready surface pattern designs? If so, you're in for an exciting treat!

For a short time only, I'm running a FLASH SALE on my signature course The Art & Joy of Surface Pattern Design where you can also learn how to build a career creating patterns for products such as this! Click here for more info: bit.ly/ajspd-sale

To purchase the Dog Travel mats click here: bit.ly/indieBohoTM

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2 years ago | [YT] | 9