Surface Pattern Design
Hello…….
I'm Nina a surface pattern designer and illustrator based in Manchester, UK, with a deep passion for all things print and pattern. My work is often inspired by the natural world, the changing seasons, and the landscapes around me.
When I’m not designing, you’ll most likely find me in the kitchen cooking up a feast for family and friends or with a crochet hook in hand, exploring my new love for yarn and texture.
My creative journey began a few moons ago after completing a BA [Hons] in Textiles. I started out working with suppliers for high street retailers, before moving on to an in-house designer role at a leading UK brand.
After many years in the industry and taking some time out to raise my family I now work independently, collaborating with brands and licensing my designs across a range of products.
My patterns are available for licensing, and I’m always open to exciting commissions and creative collaborations. If you're an art director, buyer, or have a project in mind, I’d love to hear from you. Let’s turn your ideas into something beautiful and fill the world with colourful patterns together!
My Process…….
love creating my patterns in my cosy little studio, radio on and a cuppa in hand! My design process always begins with playful mark making pen drawings, painting, inky illustrations, or even paper collage.
From there, I move into the digital stage, carefully rendering each piece while keeping the beautiful, organic shapes and textured imperfections that give my work its hand-drawn charm.
I then bring it all to life with a bold and colourful palette, resulting in my signature style: vibrant, contemporary, abstract designs.
I love getting lost in the flow of creating and immersing myself in all things colour. My greatest hope is that my designs bring joy and a smile to those who see them.
Collaborations…….
I have licensed designs with the following companies, several fabric collections with Dashwood Studio and a variety of notebook designs with Denik.
Plus one of my Denik notebooks designs was selected to be in the Autumn 'Be Kind by Ellen’ subscription box curated by Ellen DeGeneres.
I have a profile on Creative Howl
Thortful Affiliate Program
I’m also a member of the ambassador program for the online Thortful greetings card company. For full disclosure I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on the Thortful link below.
