Our Surface Design 1 course helps you build the basic skills you need to create artwork for use on everyday objects such as gift-wrap, wall coverings, home décor, and apparel. This surface design course guides you to seek and document inspiration in order to create original designs. Learn to experiment with manual techniques for mark making and how to use industry standard software to transform your hand-rendered work into digital motifs and repeat patterns. Practice using Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator to prepare files that can be used to print-on-demand onto a variety of products. This design course stresses research methods and challenges your creativity and concept development.