I thought I would try combining elements of my two favourite prints and see if I can create some sort of final pattern!
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I began by creating a duplicate layer of the top repeat and then started fiddling with the thresholds on one layer until I found a suitable level of contrast.
With the full colour layer on top I then I began using the magic tool to cut out areas of colour to reveal sections of the threshold layer.
I continued to play around with revealing different sections until I was happy with the definition and depth of the print design.
I like the intricacy and detail of the design at this point although I felt that the colours were a bit harsh now with the black and the white showing through. To fix this I went through and recoloured selected colours which were a bit too stark and using the eye dropper tool match colours and tones until they all complemented each other nicely.
With a few last tweaks...
Finally my textile fabric design is complete!
I am pleasantly surprised with how my final print has turned out. Although it is not what I imagined I was going to create when given this assignment task I feel like this design has combined all the positive elements from of my experimentation and practice patterns.
I am a little bit proud of myself for developing such a detailed end product and learning so many new skills and I am amazed by how much I have learnt through the process of completing this assignment.
I am excited to see my prints applied to my fashion illustrations later on this semester.
