What If I Can't Draw?

Many people believe that to become a successful surface pattern designer, you need a formal art degree or advanced drawing skills. This belief often stops creatives from even trying. In this video, I want to challenge that idea — because the truth is, you don’t need either. Surface pattern design is about ideas, composition, and consistency, not perfect drawing.

In the video, I share three real surface pattern designers who are highly successful, even though their patterns are simple in style. Their work proves that strong concepts, thoughtful repetition, and clear visual language matter far more than complex illustrations. Simple designs can be powerful, memorable, and commercially successful.

If you’ve been holding yourself back because you think you’re “not artistic enough,” this video is for you. Watch the full video below to see real examples and learn how simplicity can become your strength in surface pattern design.

👉 Watch the full video below and start seeing surface pattern design from a new perspective.