Hard to believe we're already a week into September, isn't it??
First, the "fancy": Pattern Regina:
This fancy pattern has a lot of white space, which gives the thin-stroked elegant curls plenty of room to breathe. The negative space keeps the pattern from feeling cluttered, and adds to the sophistication of the design.
Though the general premise of the pattern is fairly simple (endless columns and rows of adorned circular forms), the skinny bit of pattern between each main form add visual interest. From far away, those parts take on the role of a grid lines, squishing the circles into more flattened oval shapes - yet, up close, it's clear that there is more to them than that. Within each of those "lines" is a pair of touching hearts with serpentine tails - arguably the most interesting part of the entire design.
And now, the "funky": Pattern Chesney
Though Pattern Chesney has many curves and a stroke that varies (as calligraphy pens do) between thick and thin weightiness, it ultimately gives off a "funky" vibe. Vaguely bell-like shapes stand out most, because they allow the most white space in. They remind me of tulips, or, when looked at in a pair, a set of two lips puckering up for a kiss or making a "fishy" face. Meanwhile, the curves of the remaining sections of pattern take on the shape of butterfly wings and antennae.
Anytime a pattern easily lends itself to finding hidden images (or performing a Rorschach test), it almost has to fit into the "funky" branch of my pattern designs. Instead of being calming and pleasant to look at, it gets me excited to search through its layers and find more hidden possibilities, and that feeling of excitement and discovery is exactly what makes this pattern so fun. :)
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Shameless plug time: Love my patterns? I incorporate them into a lot of the artwork I create, from stationery for Invites by Andrea to the watercolors I paint. Check out Invites by Andrea's website to see examples of these patterns in use or drop me a line at andrea@invitesbyandrea.com to let me know what you think!
First, the "fancy": Pattern Regina:
This fancy pattern has a lot of white space, which gives the thin-stroked elegant curls plenty of room to breathe. The negative space keeps the pattern from feeling cluttered, and adds to the sophistication of the design.
Though the general premise of the pattern is fairly simple (endless columns and rows of adorned circular forms), the skinny bit of pattern between each main form add visual interest. From far away, those parts take on the role of a grid lines, squishing the circles into more flattened oval shapes - yet, up close, it's clear that there is more to them than that. Within each of those "lines" is a pair of touching hearts with serpentine tails - arguably the most interesting part of the entire design.
And now, the "funky": Pattern Chesney
Though Pattern Chesney has many curves and a stroke that varies (as calligraphy pens do) between thick and thin weightiness, it ultimately gives off a "funky" vibe. Vaguely bell-like shapes stand out most, because they allow the most white space in. They remind me of tulips, or, when looked at in a pair, a set of two lips puckering up for a kiss or making a "fishy" face. Meanwhile, the curves of the remaining sections of pattern take on the shape of butterfly wings and antennae.
Anytime a pattern easily lends itself to finding hidden images (or performing a Rorschach test), it almost has to fit into the "funky" branch of my pattern designs. Instead of being calming and pleasant to look at, it gets me excited to search through its layers and find more hidden possibilities, and that feeling of excitement and discovery is exactly what makes this pattern so fun. :)
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Click here to see all posts related to "Fancy/Funky Friday"
Shameless plug time: Love my patterns? I incorporate them into a lot of the artwork I create, from stationery for Invites by Andrea to the watercolors I paint. Check out Invites by Andrea's website to see examples of these patterns in use or drop me a line at andrea@invitesbyandrea.com to let me know what you think!
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