Module 1

Preparing Your Illustrations for Photoshop

Learn how to bring illustrated artwork into Photoshop correctly, whether it’s hand‑drawn, digitally sketched, or a combination of both.

This module focuses on clean file setup and preparation so your illustrations remain flexible and editable as you move through the design process.

Module 3

Building Flexible Design Elements

Learn how to separate and organise your illustrated motifs so they can be reused, resized, and rearranged easily.

This module focuses on creating a practical design library rather than static artwork. 

Module 4

Layout & Composition for Fabric Design

Move from individual illustrations to complete fabric designs.

You’ll learn how to create balanced, flowing layouts that work across repeat patterns, panels, and placements — with an emphasis on commercial usability.

Module 5

Creating Colourways Efficiently

Learn how to recolour illustrated designs cleanly and efficiently using Photoshop.

This module shows you how to build multiple colourways without rebuilding designs from scratch, allowing your artwork to adapt to different briefs and markets.

Module 6

Creating Repeats in Photoshop

Understand how to build professional repeating designs using illustrated motifs.

You’ll learn repeat setup, spacing, and alignment techniques so your designs tile seamlessly and hold up at production scale. 

Module 7

Final Checks & Industry Preparation

A practical finishing module covering common issues, final refinements, and preparation steps designers use before submitting artwork for production or client review.

This module helps ensure your illustrated designs are technically sound and ready to be used professionally.