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Course Description

Design by Anne Berenbrok

Advanced surface design requires both technical mastery and creative problem-solving. Move beyond simple toss patterns to explore the intricacies of complex repeats. Analyze structure, rhythm, and flow to create patterns that are intentional, dynamic, and pleasing to the eye, both up close and at a distance. Working in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, learn strategies for handling challenging textures, integrating multiple motifs into seamless layouts, and refining designs for both digital and traditional print applications. Using these methods, you’ll develop a small, cohesive collection of original prints. 

This course is designed as the next step after Surface Pattern Design: Introduction. Prior experience with Photoshop and Illustrator is required.

Prerequisites

Students must be an adult age 18 or older to participate.

Instructors

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Type
Online, Asynchronous
Dates
Nov 02, 2026 to Dec 13, 2026
Contact Hours
18.0
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $500.00 Click here to get more information
Service charge(s)
  • 3% Service Fee  
Drop Request Deadline
Nov 23, 2026
Transfer Request Deadline
Jul 28, 2026 to Oct 29, 2026
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Nov 02, 2026 to Dec 13, 2026
Instructors
Necessary Supplies

Students are responsible for purchasing their own art supplies, equipment, software subscriptions, and/or books. For most classes, the cost is under $125 (estimate). A supply list will be available on the course site in Canvas at least 30 days prior to the first day of class. 

Once you have received your enrollment confirmation and logged in to Canvas, navigate to Upcoming Courses on the left-hand side of your dashboard. Supplies will be listed on your course homepage under the supplies heading. Some or all of your course supplies are available at the RISD Store.

Section Notes

This course requires access to one or more applications that are part of the Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop and Illustrator). Please visit the Adobe website to check "minimum system requirements" for your computer before registering.
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