Uploaded April 2021 | Updated September 2026, 3 days ago
Welcome to Studio Vlog 07! This time, I take my first footsteps in Adobe Illustrator as a total newbie.
Since I am enrolled in the Immersion course by Bonnie Christine, I am learning the technical features of the software and how to create surface pattern designs. But it's not all just theory, in this video I try to make my first pattern with the software! Since all that computer work can get a little much for your eyes (and your soul), though, I also take you on a few little short breaks out into glorious spring sunshine. You'll see views so pretty, they are almost guaranteed to put a smile on your face :).
If you like this video, you'll enjoy this playlist of my studio vlogs:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqT8X7g03bG27qczStaDma37K6l1ugskO
Time stamps:
00:00 First spring vibes
00:27 Plan for the day - watching Immersion course videos
02:16 Plan for the next day - first steps with Adobe Illustrator!
03:02 Working with Adobe Illustrator
03:45 My first repeating pattern made in AI!
05:51 Sketching
07:45 a brief break in nature (BEAUTIFUL!)
08:15 Making my second surface pattern design
12:06 Happy mail x3
If you enjoyed this video and would love to see more studio vlogs & hear about resources, tips & tricks for illustrators, please consider subscribing: youtube.com/c/harmonyhardinillustration?sub_confirmation=1
If you'd rather check out some of the other type of videos before committing, here is a playlist filled with informative content:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqT8X7g03bG0WO3UslgIo68274wbZFH4W
COME SAY HI!
Instagram: instagram.com/harmony.hardin
Website: harmonyhardin.com
I am an illustrator who shares her journey here on YouTube, IG and on my website. I have been on this path since March of 2019, and I learn more every day. I want to share that with you! I LOVE being creative, and learning. I believe in the growth mindset and that though natural talent can make a difference, so can persistence, practice, and enthusiasm.
Links/info mentioned in video:
Bonnie Christine's Immersion class:
surfacedesigntribe.com/immersion
Illustrator Rita Gould:
instagram.com/ritagould_illustration
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// Supplies I use for my art //
*My favourite watercolor paints: amzn.to/3HQagFt
*My favourite watercolor paper: amzn.to/3ncCRvi
Disclaimer: I purchased all these tools with my own money and am recommending them honestly. However, I do use affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. If you buy something through my links from Amazon or the other sites, I may get a small share of the sale. The qualified links are marked with an *.
Welcome to Studio Vlog 07! This time, I take my first footsteps in Adobe Illustrator as a total newbie.
Since I am enrolled in the Immersion course by Bonnie Christine, I am learning the technical features of the software and how to create surface pattern designs. But it's not all just theory, in this video I try to make my first pattern with the software! Since all that computer work can get a little much for your eyes (and your soul), though, I also take you on a few little short breaks out into glorious spring sunshine. You'll see views so pretty, they are almost guaranteed to put a smile on your face :).
If you like this video, you'll enjoy this playlist of my studio vlogs:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqT8X7g03bG27qczStaDma37K6l1ugskO
Time stamps:
00:00 First spring vibes
00:27 Plan for the day - watching Immersion course videos
02:16 Plan for the next day - first steps with Adobe Illustrator!
03:02 Working with Adobe Illustrator
03:45 My first repeating pattern made in AI!
05:51 Sketching
07:45 a brief break in nature (BEAUTIFUL!)
08:15 Making my second surface pattern design
12:06 Happy mail x3
If you enjoyed this video and would love to see more studio vlogs & hear about resources, tips & tricks for illustrators, please consider subscribing: youtube.com/c/harmonyhardinillustration?sub_confirmation=1
If you'd rather check out some of the other type of videos before committing, here is a playlist filled with informative content:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqT8X7g03bG0WO3UslgIo68274wbZFH4W
COME SAY HI!
Instagram: instagram.com/harmony.hardin
Website: harmonyhardin.com
I am an illustrator who shares her journey here on YouTube, IG and on my website. I have been on this path since March of 2019, and I learn more every day. I want to share that with you! I LOVE being creative, and learning. I believe in the growth mindset and that though natural talent can make a difference, so can persistence, practice, and enthusiasm.
Links/info mentioned in video:
Bonnie Christine's Immersion class:
surfacedesigntribe.com/immersion
Illustrator Rita Gould:
instagram.com/ritagould_illustration
// Gear & services I use for my YouTube videos //
*Camera: amzn.to/3yfE0sq
*Lens: amzn.to/3HTfZdJ
*Light: amzn.to/39X7nGm
*TubeBuddy: tubebuddy.com/harmonyhardin
*MorningFame: morningfa.me/invite/harmony
*EpidemicSound: epidemicsound.com/referral/xpa1l6
// Supplies I use for my art //
*My favourite watercolor paints: amzn.to/3HQagFt
*My favourite watercolor paper: amzn.to/3ncCRvi
Disclaimer: I purchased all these tools with my own money and am recommending them honestly. However, I do use affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. If you buy something through my links from Amazon or the other sites, I may get a small share of the sale. The qualified links are marked with an *.
