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Floral Prints for Textiles Online Short Course

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<p>Floral Prints for Textiles Online Short Course | Online</p><p>Image: UAL</p>
Explore creative ways to design floral prints for textiles using painting, drawing, collage and print techniques. This self-paced course offers flexible learning for busy schedules, from any location.

Course description

Course overview

Broaden your skills in textile design and learn how to enrich your work with expressive floral designs. The course encourages experimentation, play, and personal interpretation to help you build confidence in developing floral motifs using both abstract and observational approaches.

Across six lessons, you’ll be guided through freeform painting, mark-making, mixed media, collage, and simple printing methods. You’ll learn how to add depth, texture, and rhythm to your designs, and how to bring individual elements together to form cohesive layouts suitable for textile prints.

Each lesson combines short demonstrations with practical activities, allowing you to work at your own pace while building a small body of experimental work.

The course also emphasises reflection and peer sharing, helping you develop a critical eye and a deeper understanding of your own creative process.

Who this course is for

This course is suitable for beginners and early-stage practitioners interested in textile design, surface pattern, illustration, or creative experimentation.

It’s ideal for anyone curious about floral design for textiles, including students, hobbyists, and creatives looking to refresh their practice or explore new techniques. This self-paced course is designed for students aged 11 years and up. No prior textile design experience is required.

Key information

Topics covered

  • The role of flowers in textile design
  • Learning a range of painting and drawing methods
  • Balancing abstract and realistic designs
  • Adding depth and interest to designs
  • Exploring materials and techniques
  • Sharing work with peers
Learning outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Demonstrate knowledge of different painting and drawing methods
  • Experiment with different materials and techniques
  • Reflect on your work for growth and inspiration
  • Receive a digital badge and certificate of attendance
Materials

You will need access to basic art and craft materials including:

  • Brushes
  • Coloured inks and paints
  • Paper
  • Felt-tip pens
  • Coloured pencils
  • Scissors
  • Glue stick
  • Household objects for printing and texture-making

Tutor
Dominique L'Olive

Dominique L'Olive is a textile and surface pattern designer with experience creating textile print designs for the UK, Japan, and the US. She has worked with brands like the V&A, Jigsaw, the Style Council USA, producing a range of textile designs. Dominique also teaches across a range of textile courses at the University of the Arts London, where she shares skills and passion for design with the next generation of creatives. Teaching is a key part of her work, allowing her to help others grow and explore their own creativity.


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