I would like to get better at making patterns digitally, so I would like to challenge myself to make wrapping paper.
I like to make geometric, quilt-like patterns with markers and paint in my own art. I’d like to try to translate some of these patterns into the digital sphere and get as comfortable making them there as I am with markers.
This project would develop my illustrator skills and familiarity with tools that I’m not great at using at the moment, such as blend, repeat, and envelope distort. I also want to start using more textures in my projects so this would be a good place to start using that.
I also like the idea of finding a way to actually manufacture one of these patterns into wrapping paper. Now that we’re learning more about indesign and printing and spot colors, it feels more possible to try to actually get a product made. Going through the process of talking with a manufacturer would be a huge learning experience.
