The Patternologist

Welcome to The Patternologist a digital studio for handmade-style pattern design in Procreate.

I’m Dawn, a surface pattern designer and lecturer, sharing Procreate tutorials, digital brushes and pattern projects for artists and designers who want their iPad work to feel more textured, authentic and hand-made.

Here you’ll find videos on digital lino, block print effects, stamp brushes, handmade textures, repeat patterns, pattern brushes and print-ready tiles for fabric, wallpaper and surface design.

I also share textile-inspired ideas, including Shibori-style effects, colour palettes inspired by nature, heritage textiles and the Arts & Crafts movement, and authentic pattern-making workflows on the iPad.

My aim is to help you bridge traditional handmade marks and digital pattern design, so your work keeps its texture, character and soul.

Subscribe if you love Procreate, surface pattern design, digital lino and textile-inspired artwork. 🌿 💚