@melarmstrong Mel Armstrong - Illustrator

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Top accounts mentioned or mentioned by @melarmstrongart

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"How ONE PATTERN can earn you THOUSANDS #patterndesign #makemoneyfromart #surfacepattern Learn Surface Pattern Design with my signature course here: https://bit.ly/ajspd-sale"
YouTube Link 2023-09-19T12:00Z 38.7K followers, 35.6K engagements

"Heres how I Design Fabric in [--] Steps #fabricdesign #surfacepatterndesign #tutorial"
YouTube Link 2023-09-28T11:15Z 37.9K followers, 21.6K engagements

"How Childrens Illustration and Surface Pattern Design compliment each other Learn the Art & Joy of Surface Pattern Design - Turn your art into an income: https://bit.ly/4iN6g9V In this video I talk about how Children's book illustration and Surface Pattern Design compliment each other in my art business. 💌 Sign up to my free email newsletter - https://melarmstrong.com/subscribe/ MY ONLINE COURSES 🎬 The Art & Joy of Surface Pattern Design: https://learn.melarmstrong.com/(https://bit.ly/ajspd-yt) 🏆 Skillshare - A selection of short courses https://skillshare.com(https://skl.sh/3RoUrJ2) MY"
YouTube Link 2025-10-22T14:00Z 36.7K followers, [----] engagements

"How to DRAW the PERFECT CIRCLE in PROCREATE #procreate #arttutorials #procreateart #procreatetrick"
YouTube Link 2023-09-17T12:00Z 36.3K followers, 134.6K engagements

"Unlock the Secrets of Selling on Spoonflower: Discover my Top [--] Tips Learn the Art & Joy of Surface Pattern Design. https://bit.ly/4jAS8kW In this video I share my top [--] tips for selling patterns on Spoonflower. I've sold patterns for almost [--] years and I've picked up a few tips along the way that has helped my patterns get noticed and sold to repeat customers. I will reveal my average monthly passive income also LEARN WITH MEL: https://learn.melarmstrong.com/ SPOONFLOWER SHOP: https://www.spoonflower.com/profiles/melarmstrong MY ONLINE COURSES 🎬 The Art & Joy of Surface Pattern Design:"
YouTube Link 2022-10-18T19:27Z 37.9K followers, 40.5K engagements

"Create your own PILLOW MOCKUP in PHOTOSHOP #photoshop #mockup #photoshoptutorial #patterndesign"
YouTube Link 2023-09-15T12:00Z 36.2K followers, [----] engagements

"The RIGHT way to fill MULTIPLE areas with COLOUR in PROCREATE. #procreate #procreatetutorial"
YouTube Link 2023-09-14T12:00Z 37.6K followers, 561.6K engagements

"How to Vectorize a Procreate File in Adobe Illustrator #procreate #illustrator"
YouTube Link 2024-05-27T15:03Z 38.1K followers, 28.9K engagements

"HOW TO create a CRAYON Brush in PROCREATE #procreate #procreatetutorial #procreateart"
YouTube Link 2023-10-29T11:45Z 38.5K followers, 30.2K engagements

"Resize patterns in Adobe Illustrator with the New "Scale Artwork with Artboard" feature #Adobe Remember those days of meticulously resizing artboards and painstakingly adjusting patterns to ensure seamless repeats Well kiss those tedious tasks goodbye Adobe Illustrator's game-changing "Scale Artwork with Artboard" feature has arrived and it's a dream come true for pattern designers. With just a click of a button you can now effortlessly rescale your artboards and watch your artwork/pattern adapt seamlessly. No more manual adjustments no more distorted patterns just pure unadulterated scaling"
YouTube Link 2025-01-16T20:30Z 38.3K followers, 12K engagements

"Procreate Tutorial : Create a seamless textured background Learn the Art & Joy of Surface Pattern Design. https://bit.ly/4jAS8kW In this video I show you how to create a seamless textured background. This can be used on its own or as a background to a repeat pattern. Apps/Programs used: Procreate version 5.2.6 : https://procreate.art/ Equipment used: iPad Pro [----] inch (3rd Gen): https://amzn.to/3bgkgM0 Apple Pencil (2nd Gen): https://amzn.to/3NaPnpL Procreate Brushes: 6b Pencil - native Procreate brush Inka - native Procreate brush Wet Gouache - My own brush (will be available to purchase"
YouTube Link 2022-08-30T18:00Z 38.5K followers, 18.1K engagements

"Design Like a Pro: Easy 4-Step Pillow Mockup Tutorial in Photoshop Learn the Art & Joy of Surface Pattern Design - Turn your art into an income: https://bit.ly/4iN6g9V How to Create a Pillow MOCKUP in PHOTOSHOP (in [--] easy steps) Watch this video to learn how to create a pillow or cushion mockup in Photoshop. This video will cover: ✅ How to source a good royalty-free image ✅ How to isolate the pillow ✅ How to apply your artwork to the pillow ✅ How to use blending modes to bring out the shadows and texture from the pillow and so much more. Links Mentioned: Downloads: https://bit.ly/pillow-mu-bp"
YouTube Link 2023-08-24T15:00Z 38.5K followers, 12.5K engagements

"How to turn a gouache painting into a seamless repeat pattern Learn the Art & Joy of Surface Pattern Design - Turn your art into an income: https://bit.ly/4iN6g9V In this tutorial I'll show you how to turn a gouache painting into a seamless repeat pattern using Photoshop I'll guide you through my process step-by-step. Apps/Programs used: Photoshop : Adobe Photoshop CC [----] https://bit.ly/3y4kmiX All my Favourite Tools: https://www.amazon.com/shop/melarmstrongdesign Music: Summer Haze (Shutterstock) MY ONLINE COURSES 🎬 The Art & Joy of Surface Pattern Design: https://bit.ly/3ql1ash - use"
YouTube Link 2023-03-07T22:44Z 38.7K followers, 17.5K engagements

"Design Like a Pro: Seamless Patterns in Procreate Learn the Art & Joy of Surface Pattern Design - Turn your art into an income: https://bit.ly/4iN6g9V In this video I'll show you how to use a Scallop Template to create a seamless repeating pattern in Procreate. Watch this video to learn how to use a template (Procreate Stamp Brush) to create a seamless floral pattern in Procreate. 🔗 LINKS MENTIONED: Procreate Repeat Pattern Toolkit: https://bit.ly/gr-scallop-rpt 🍿 WATCH NEXT: https://youtu.be/a4BU4oqOUbM https://youtu.be/J0hU6g_IZ_w 🌈 PROCREATE BRUSHES USED: Monoline 6B Pencil Inka 📚"
YouTube Link 2024-10-18T03:35Z 38.7K followers, 18.8K engagements

"Procreate Tutorial: How to Design Beautiful Seamless Patterns with Ease Learn the Art & Joy of Surface Pattern Design - Turn your art into an income: https://bit.ly/4iN6g9V In this comprehensive Procreate tutorial I'll show you the step-by-step process of creating captivating seamless patterns using a handy template guide. Plus as an extra bonus for you learn how to effortlessly turn your template into a versatile stamp brush 🎨 Materials Needed: - iPad Pro* - https://amzn.to/45edCN2 - Apple Pencil* https://amzn.to/3KqDYDP - Procreate App (latest version) https://procreate.com/ - Your"
YouTube Link 2023-08-03T15:00Z 38.7K followers, 60.7K engagements

"Create Seamless Patterns in Procreate (Easy Template) The first [---] people to use my link in the description will receive a one month free trial of Skillshare Get started today https://skl.sh/melarmstrongillustrator12241 In this video I'll show you how to use a Pattern Layout Template (https://bit.ly/gr-pt) to create a seamless repeating pattern in Procreate. 🔗 LINKS MENTIONED: Procreate Repeat Pattern Toolkit: https://bit.ly/gr-pt 🍿 WATCH NEXT: https://youtu.be/I9GO8eWOuwg https://youtu.be/a4BU4oqOUbM https://youtu.be/J0hU6g_IZ_w 🌈 PROCREATE BRUSHES USED: Monoline 6B Pencil Inka 📚"
YouTube Link 2024-12-08T19:00Z 38.7K followers, 18.7K engagements

"EASY way to create PATTERNS in PHOTOSHOP #patterndesign #surfacepatterndesign #photoshop Learn more about Pattern Design in my Signature course The Art & Joy of Surface Pattern Design course - currently on sale https://bit.ly/ajspd-sale"
YouTube Link 2023-09-23T12:00Z 38.7K followers, 160.6K engagements

"Learn the Secret to Making Perfect Pattern Repeats with Procreate on iPad Learn the Art & Joy of Surface Pattern Design - Turn your art into an income: https://bit.ly/4iN6g9V Create a strawberry pattern in Procreate In this video I show you how to create a seamless pattern in Procreate on the iPad. I'll take through each step from drawing the strawberries to creating the repeat tile. Download FREE Procreate Colour Palette here: https://www.melarmstrong.com/strawberry-palette-download Procreate Repeat Pattern Toolkit: https://skl.sh/4hbW1wc Apps/Programs used: Procreate version 5.3.2 :"
YouTube Link 2023-02-28T23:56Z 38.7K followers, 189.8K engagements

"COOL TRICK for removing the BACKGROUND in PROCREATE #procreate #procreatetutorial"
YouTube Link 2023-10-29T12:00Z 38.7K followers, 255.5K engagements

"NZ Weka (flightless bird) pattern design #procreate #pattern #weka According to New Zealand's Dept of Conservation the weka is a large brown flightless bird that has a famously feisty and curious personality. I'm yet to met one in person as they don't live near me but I'd love to see how feisty these adorable birds are. Have you seen one in the wild #weka #newzeland #birdsofnewzealand #melarmstrong #melarmstrongdesign #nzfabric #newzealandfabric #surfacepatterndesign #fabricdesign"
YouTube Link 2024-10-09T14:31Z 38.7K followers, [----] engagements

"From Ideation to Printed Fabric My [--] Step Process Learn the Art & Joy of Surface Pattern Design - Turn your art into an income: https://bit.ly/4iN6g9V . I've had lots of people ask for this so here it is. My process from Ideation through to the final licensed printed fabric. I take you through every step including coming up with ideas sketching and colouring motifs in Procreate composing the pattern in Photoshop and the final pattern collection. 💌 Sign up to my free email newsletter - https://melarmstrong.com/subscribe/ 🍿WATCH NEXT: [--]. How to use the Pattern Preview Tool in Photoshop:"
YouTube Link 2023-09-19T12:15Z 38.7K followers, 107.8K engagements

"I'm seeing a theme of mice and strawberries. I'm seeing a theme of mice and strawberries"
YouTube Link 2025-09-22T13:02Z 34.6K followers, [----] engagements

"Hidden PHOTOSHOP hack for saving layers as image ASSETS #photoshop #photoshopart #photoshoptutorial"
YouTube Link 2023-09-21T12:00Z 29.7K followers, [----] engagements

"A little mouse illustration done in #procreate"
YouTube Link 2025-09-19T13:04Z 34.5K followers, [----] engagements

"Procreate Timelapse : NZ T Pattern ANNIVERSARY SALE NOW ON: Learn the Art & Joy of Surface Pattern Design. For a limited time get $100 OFF the full price https://bit.ly/AJSPDSALE-YT Procreate Timelapse of the New Zealand bird T. Apps/Programs used: Procreate version 5.2.6 : https://procreate.art/ Equipment used: iPad Pro [----] inch (3rd Gen): https://amzn.to/3bgkgM0 Apple Pencil (2nd Gen): https://amzn.to/3NaPnpL Procreate Brushes: 6b Pencil - native Procreate brush Inka - native Procreate brush Round Smooth Wet - Lisa Glanz's Effortless Gouache Collection**: https://bit.ly/3zUOWNh Sparse"
YouTube Link 2022-08-17T03:35Z 27.7K followers, [----] engagements

"SCRUB to CLEAR a layer in PROCREATE. #procreate #procreatetutorial"
YouTube Link 2023-10-24T11:48Z [----] followers, [--] engagements

"A quick Molotow doodle to start the day #molotow #art #molotowmarkers #the100dayproject"
YouTube Link 2024-03-13T13:00Z [--] followers, [---] engagements

"Create a Bauhaus inspired design in Adobe Illustrator #illustrator #adobe #bauhaus #pattern See the full tutorial here: https://youtu.be/H7Hnr-9YMqA"
YouTube Link 2025-01-30T03:15Z 24.6K followers, [----] engagements

"A little mouse picking flowers A little mouse picking flowers #melarmstrong #melarmstrongdesign #mouse #mice #fabric #pattern #illustration #mouseillustration #mousedrawing #fabric design #surfacepatterndesign"
YouTube Link 2025-09-24T13:02Z 34.6K followers, [----] engagements

"Kerer pattern in [--] colourways #procreate #pattern #new zealand #pigeon My Kerer pattern comes in [--] colourways and is available for licensing now. These ones get snapped up quick so get in now if you want this on your product. #melarmstrong #melarmstrongdesign #Kerer #Kererfabric #Kererwrappingpaper #Kerertextiles #newzealand #newzealandbird #pigeon #nzpigeon #nzartist #nzfabricwholesalers #newzealandfabric new zealand pattern procreate new zealand pattern procreate"
YouTube Link 2024-10-08T14:31Z 34.6K followers, [----] engagements

"Quick & Easy: Realistic Mockup in [--] Seconds #photoshop #mockup #tutorial #patterndesign"
YouTube Link 2023-09-25T11:15Z 33.3K followers, 12.5K engagements

"Embracing Pantone's colour of the year - Mocha Mousse #procreate #pantone #pattern"
YouTube Link 2024-12-12T16:22Z 27.1K followers, [----] engagements

"Mastering Half-drop Repeat: Photoshop's Smart Objects Revealed ANNIVERSARY SALE NOW ON: Learn the Art & Joy of Surface Pattern Design. For a limited time get $100 OFF the full price https://bit.ly/AJSPDSALE-YT In this tutorial I'll show you my process for creating a half-drop repeat in Photoshop using smart objects. Download PDF with written instructions here: https://bit.ly/half-drop I also teach this in a full class on Skillshare. Sign up here: http://skl.sh/2q6JEeS ____________________________________________ HARDWARE iMac: https://amzn.to/38FkuaV"
YouTube Link 2021-08-30T07:51Z 32.6K followers, 20.7K engagements

"How I Bring My Pattern Designs to Life (Step-by-Step) The first [---] people to use my link in the description will receive a one month free trial of Skillshare Get started today https://skl.sh/melarmstrongillustrator12241 In 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. Let's dive in. Watch this video to learn how to I create a pattern using Procreate and Adobe Illustrator This video will cover: ✅ How I sketch out the design using a template in"
YouTube Link 2025-03-05T16:00Z 26.4K followers, 13.9K engagements

"Another little goose illustration in Procreate. Soon to be a fabric pattern #procreate #digitalart"
YouTube Link 2025-08-31T14:02Z 33.9K followers, [----] engagements

"Create a Bauhaus Inspired Pattern in Adobe Illustrator in just [--] Minutes Learn the Art & Joy of Surface Pattern Design - Turn your art into an income: https://bit.ly/4iN6g9V In this video I'll show you how to create this colourful Bauhaus inspired pattern in Adobe Illustrator. 🔗 LINKS: Chair Mockup*: https://bit.ly/chair-mu-yt Spoonflower Fabric: https://www.spoonflower.com/collections/934863-bauhaus-abstract-by-melarmstrong 🍿 WATCH NEXT: Surface Pattern Design Tutorials: https://www.youtube.com/playlistlist=PLjSk2wjeDqg3IGWRnaeJWKuIdI9zFRy63 📚 EQUIPMENT USED: Macbook Pro 14in [----] Adobe"
YouTube Link 2025-01-30T03:00Z 24.7K followers, [----] engagements

"Another little goose illustration #procreate #digitalart"
YouTube Link 2025-08-20T14:03Z 33.5K followers, [----] engagements

"Goose number [--] with a cute bowtie #procreate #digitalart Goose number [--] with a cute bowtie"
YouTube Link 2025-08-22T14:02Z 33.5K followers, [----] engagements

"Patterns are super easy with this trick 😲 #procreate #pattern #shorts See the full tutorial here: https://youtu.be/J0hU6g_IZ_w Subscribe to my newsletter here: https://melarmstrong.com/subscribe/ Follow me on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/melarmstrongdesign/"
YouTube Link 2023-08-04T03:36Z 35.4K followers, 29.8K engagements

"I BET you didnt KNOW you could DO THIS in PROCREATE #procreate #procreatetutorial"
YouTube Link 2023-10-15T11:30Z 21.1K followers, [----] engagements

"From Engineer to Full Time Artist: What I wish I knew starting out Learn the Art & Joy of Surface Pattern Design - Turn your art into an income: https://bit.ly/4iN6g9V In this video I open up about my journey transitioning from the world of software engineering to pursuing my passion as a full-time artist. I wanted to share the challenges the inspirations and the real moments that led me here. 💌 Sign up to my free email newsletter - https://melarmstrong.com/subscribe/ 🍿 WATCH NEXT: https://www.youtube.com/playlistlist=PLjSk2wjeDqg3IGWRnaeJWKuIdI9zFRy63 MY ONLINE COURSES 🎬 The Art & Joy of"
YouTube Link 2025-03-27T14:00Z 27.7K followers, 14.6K engagements

"How to Make Cool Herringbone Patterns in Illustrator Learn the Art & Joy of Surface Pattern Design - Turn your art into an income: https://bit.ly/4iN6g9V Learn how to create two different types of herringbone patterns in Adobe Illustrator including a graphic version and an organic watercolour style. 💌 Sign up to my free email newsletter - https://melarmstrong.com/subscribe/ 🍿 WATCH NEXT: How I bring my Patterns To Life: https://youtu.be/A-ou5R_b4OM MY ONLINE COURSES 🎬 The Art & Joy of Surface Pattern Design: https://learn.melarmstrong.com/(https://bit.ly/ajspd-sale) 🏆 Skillshare - A"
YouTube Link 2025-07-28T14:00Z 32.6K followers, [----] engagements

"Adding final detail to my pattern in Photoshop patterndesign photoshop procreate patterndesign photoshop procreate"
YouTube Link 2025-07-17T16:50Z 32K followers, [----] engagements

"Procreate Floral Pattern Magic: From Ogee Tile to Seamless Bloom Learn the Art & Joy of Surface Pattern Design. https://bit.ly/4jAS8kW How to create a floral pattern using an Ogee-shaped tile in Procreate Watch this video to learn how to create an Ogee-shaped tile that you can use to guide your pattern layout. This video will cover: ✅ How to set up your Canvas ✅ How to create an Ogee template ✅ How to create a repeating pattern and so much more. 🔗 Get my Procreate Repeat Pattern Toolkit - Template Brushes & Layouts: https://skl.sh/4hbW1wc 🔗 LINKS MENTIONED: Subscribe to download the colour"
YouTube Link 2024-04-18T04:51Z 32.9K followers, 26.3K engagements

"WATCH me DRAW a CARROT #procreate #procreateart #procreatetutorial"
YouTube Link 2023-10-10T11:15Z 34.4K followers, [----] engagements

"The ONE Mindset Shift That Transformed My Art Business Learn the Art & Joy of Surface Pattern Design - Turn your art into an income: https://bit.ly/4iN6g9V In this video I talk about the mindset shift that transformed my art business whilst designing a pattern using a template from my Procreate Repeat Pattern Toolkit (see link below). 🔗 LINKS: Download Colour Palette: https://bit.ly/4loIy5q Procreate Repeat Pattern Toolkit: https://bit.ly/4lvhGAV 💌 Sign up to my free email newsletter - https://melarmstrong.com/subscribe/ 🍿 WATCH NEXT: https://youtu.be/St08GtRdLOUsi=B0gGfTr6NeK1wMha MY"
YouTube Link 2025-07-03T15:01Z 31.3K followers, [----] engagements

"Is Surface Pattern Design Dying Heres What to Do Next Learn the Art & Joy of Surface Pattern Design - Turn your art into an income: https://bit.ly/4iN6g9V In this video I offer my opinions on the future of surface pattern design and how A.I. over-saturation of the market and the pressure to stay relevant is impacting our industry. 💌 Sign up to my free email newsletter - https://melarmstrong.com/subscribe/ 🍿 WATCH NEXT: https://youtu.be/St08GtRdLOU MY ONLINE COURSES 🎬 The Art & Joy of Surface Pattern Design: https://bit.ly/3Egr6Qz 🏆 Skillshare - A selection of short courses"
YouTube Link 2025-04-10T18:00Z 28.5K followers, 25.8K engagements

"Create A Multipage Pdf From Your Artboards In Photoshop In this video I'll show you how I use Artboards in Photoshop to produce a multipage PDF to display a pattern collection. This video will cover: ✅ An overview of Artboards in Photoshop ✅ How to set up Artboards ✅ How to populate Artboards with art text and logo ✅ How to create a Template 🎨 Materials Needed: Photoshop: https://bit.ly/44pkp5D - timestamps - 00:00 - Introduction 00:46 - Overview of Artboards 02:02 - Setting up Artboards 09:50 - Exporting Artboards 12:13 - Saving as Template 🎶 Music: Sunsets Somewhere (Epidemic Sound)*"
YouTube Link 2023-10-26T12:32Z [----] followers, [---] engagements

"From sketch to finished pattern #AdobeIllustrator #Procreate #Pattern A little before and after for a new design called "Field of Flowers" Licensed to fabric already 😀 #artlicensing #melarmstrong #melarmstrongdesign #melarmstrongfabric #fabricdesign #floralpattern #adobeillustrator #procreate"
YouTube Link 2025-02-05T03:01Z 28.8K followers, [----] engagements

"Class Intro: How to find clients to license artwork This is an introduction to my Skillshare class "How to find clients to license artwork" Sign up for [--] free month and watch the class here: https://skl.sh/4eaxO7v In this class well be looking at [--] main strategies that have helped me find and secure clients for art licensing. This includes: ✅ emailing directly ✅ using social media ✅ utilising the power of Spoonflower. and so much more. 💌 Sign up to my free email newsletter - https://melarmstrong.com/subscribe/ MY ONLINE COURSES 🎬 The Art & Joy of Surface Pattern Design:"
YouTube Link 2024-09-30T21:05Z 26.7K followers, [----] engagements

"Surface Pattern Design Fundamentals I - Intro Video This is the introduction video to my class on Skillshare (https://skl.sh/3DZrlvg) In this class Im going to take you through the fundamentals of surface pattern design the way I do it. There are many Surface Design classes on Skillshare but in this class you'll discover my secrets of how I go about creating patterns that go on to be licensed for use on fabric gift wrap and a whole range of products. My goal is to help you achieve your dreams of becoming a surface pattern designer. ✨ Signup for class here: https://skl.sh/3DZrlvg (you'll 1"
YouTube Link 2019-01-31T21:21Z 34.5K followers, 44K engagements

"How to Make $10000 a Month Licensing Patterns Learn the Art & Joy of Surface Pattern Design - Turn your art into an income: https://bit.ly/4iN6g9V In this video I'm sharing my honest thoughts on how to make money as an artist specifically targeting a $10000 a month income with surface design. I'll discuss real strategies drawing from over a decade of experience in the industry and give you my best advice on how to reach this income goal. 💌 Sign up to my free email newsletter - https://melarmstrong.com/subscribe/ 🍿 WATCH NEXT: The One mindset shift that transformed my art business:"
YouTube Link 2025-07-21T15:01Z 32.3K followers, 14.3K engagements

"A fun doodle #molotow #molotowmarkers #art #the100dayproject"
YouTube Link 2024-03-14T13:00Z 20.8K followers, [---] engagements

"Is Instagram Helping or Hurting Your Art Learn the Art & Joy of Surface Pattern Design - Turn your art into an income: https://bit.ly/4iN6g9V In this video I share my thoughts about Instagram for artists. We look at the pros and cons and ask the question "Is Instagram Helping or Hurting my art" 💌 Sign up to my free email newsletter - https://melarmstrong.com/subscribe/ 🍿 WATCH NEXT: https://youtu.be/St08GtRdLOU MY ONLINE COURSES 🎬 The Art & Joy of Surface Pattern Design: https://bit.ly/3Egr6Qz 🏆 Skillshare - A selection of short courses https://skl.sh/4i2Tt2t MY FAVOURITE TOOLS & GEAR 📚"
YouTube Link 2025-05-22T18:00Z 29.8K followers, [----] engagements

"How to Make Pretty Patterns in Procreate Fast Learn the Art & Joy of Surface Pattern Design - Turn your art into an income: https://bit.ly/4iN6g9V In this video I'll show you how to create a simple floral repeating pattern using a layout guide. 🔗 LINKS MENTIONED: Download Colour Palette: https://bit.ly/4loIy5q Procreate Repeat Pattern Toolkit: https://bit.ly/gr-procreatetoolkit This video will cover: ✅ How I sketch out the design using a template in Procreate ✅ How I colour the motif in Procreate ✅ How I compose the pattern in Procreate and so much more. 💌 Sign up to my free email"
YouTube Link 2025-06-26T12:15Z 31.1K followers, [----] engagements

"Relax and Draw: Doodle Trees Tutorial for Stress Relief #stressrelief #mindfulness #doodle #art"
YouTube Link 2023-09-29T11:45Z 20.9K followers, [---] engagements

"Create Seamless Patterns in Procreate (Easy Template) #repeatpattern #procreate #procreatetutorial https://youtu.be/e_O0KK3uS5E"
YouTube Link 2024-12-08T21:30Z 33.5K followers, 16.2K engagements

"How I Made My Art Business 10x More Efficient With Notion Learn the Art & Joy of Surface Pattern Design - Turn your art into an income: https://bit.ly/4iN6g9V In this video I'll show you how I organise and run my entire art business in Notion. 💌 Sign up to my free email newsletter - https://melarmstrong.com/subscribe/ 🍿 WATCH NEXT: https://youtu.be/St08GtRdLOU https://youtu.be/d_ZTXDingzA 🔗 LINKS MENTIONED: Notion Template for Surface Pattern Designers: https://bit.ly/4mdAENm MY ONLINE COURSES 🎬 The Art & Joy of Surface Pattern Design https://bit.ly/4jAS8kW 🏆 Skillshare - A selection of"
YouTube Link 2025-05-13T17:01Z 29.5K followers, [----] engagements

"Procreate Magic: Turn Your Sketch into a Seamless Pattern Learn The Art & Joy of Surface Pattern Design:https://learn.melarmstrong.com/(https://bit.ly/3ql1ash) In this tutorial I'll show you how I turned a sketch in my sketchbook into a seamless repeat in Procreate. This video will cover: ✅ How to import a sketch ✅ How to turn the sketch into a repeat ✅ How to add colour ✅ How to create a final seamless repeat and so much more. 🎨 Materials Needed: iPad Pro: https://amzn.to/3RCBK8i Apple Pencil: https://amzn.to/3REzb5y 🎶 Music: Blank Stare Happy - American Legion (Epidemic Sound)*"
YouTube Link 2023-12-13T14:00Z 27.4K followers, 33.6K engagements