Hi! I’m Julie, an illustrator and surface pattern designer with a passion for making things that bring delight & joy to people’s every day.

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Sweet little folk art-inspired flowers for today. . . . #surfacepatterndesign #surfacepatterndesigner #surfacepatterncommunity #surfacedesign #surfacedesigner #artlicensing #printandpattern #licensingartist #womenofillustration #womenwhodraw #create
Sweet little folk art-inspired flowers for today. . . . #surfacepatterndesign #surfacepatterndesigner #surfacepatterncommunity #surfacedesign #surfacedesigner #artlicensing #printandpattern #licensingartist #womenofillustration #womenwhodraw #createeveryday #repeatingpattern #patternlove #capturingcolor #modernflorals #moodforfloral #capturingcolor #florallove #flowerpower #floralenergy #seeingthepretty #floralstories #florallife #ihavethisthingwithflowers #flowersmakemehappy #inspiredbypetals #petalpower #spoonflower #julieoyadesign
It’s mid-November and almost my birthday (it’s an epic one this year 😱). Time to ratchet up them Xmas vibes. Re-coloured and feeling festive.. . . #christmasvibes #hollyjolly #betterinpink #feelingfestive #surfacedesign #surfacedesigner
It’s mid-November and almost my birthday (it’s an epic one this year 😱). Time to ratchet up them Xmas vibes. Re-coloured and feeling festive.. . . #christmasvibes #hollyjolly #betterinpink #feelingfestive #surfacedesign #surfacedesigner #surfacepatterndesign #surfacepattern #printandpattern #colourlove #julieoyadesign
Some geometric blooms to share … do you prefer the clean lines and geometry of these vectors (made in Affinity and Fresco) or the hand drawn feel of loose florals in Procreate? 🤔 I can’t decide and I don’t think I should have to c
Some geometric blooms to share … do you prefer the clean lines and geometry of these vectors (made in Affinity and Fresco) or the hand drawn feel of loose florals in Procreate? 🤔 I can’t decide and I don’t think I should have to choose. Just curious 🤗 . . . #surfacepatterndesign #surfacepatterndesigner #surfacepatterncommunity #surfacedesign #surfacedesigner #artlicensing #printandpattern #licensingartist #womenofillustration #womenwhodraw #createeveryday #repeatingpattern #patternlove #capturingcolor #modernflorals #moodforfloral #capturingcolor #florallove #flowerpower #floralenergy #seeingthepretty #floralstories #florallife #ihavethisthingwithflowers #flowersmakemehappy #inspiredbypetals #petalpower #spoonflower #madeinaffinity #adobefresco #julieoyadesign
Keeping joy and hope in my heart despite it all 🕊️ . . . #keeponkeepingon #peacedove #weneedpeace #repeatingpattern #surfacedesign #surfacepatterndesign #surfacespatterns #printandpattern #surfacedesigner #spoonflower #spoonflowerwallpaper #spoonfl
Keeping joy and hope in my heart despite it all 🕊️ . . . #keeponkeepingon #peacedove #weneedpeace #repeatingpattern #surfacedesign #surfacepatterndesign #surfacespatterns #printandpattern #surfacedesigner #spoonflower #spoonflowerwallpaper #spoonflowerfabric #christmaspattern #itsalmostchristmas #julieoyadesign
Finished this up this during the crazy windstorm last night. No blackout 😮‍💨 There’s something so nice and calming about the symmetry tool in Procreate . . . #surfacepatterndesign #surfacepatterndesigner #surfacepatterncommunity #surfac
Finished this up this during the crazy windstorm last night. No blackout 😮‍💨 There’s something so nice and calming about the symmetry tool in Procreate . . . #surfacepatterndesign #surfacepatterndesigner #surfacepatterncommunity #surfacedesign #surfacedesigner #artlicensing #printandpattern #licensingartist #womenofillustration #womenwhodraw #createeveryday #repeatingpattern #patternlove #capturingcolor #modernflorals #moodforfloral #capturingcolor #florallove #flowerpower #floralenergy #seeingthepretty #floralstories #florallife #ihavethisthingwithflowers #flowersmakemehappy #inspiredbypetals #petalpower #spoonflower #julieoyadesign
Wishing you a happy bloomin’ week! 🌺 🌼 . . . #modernflorals #moodforfloral #capturingcolor #florallove #flowerpower #floralenergy #seeingthepretty #floralstories #florallife #ihavethisthingwithflowers #flowersmakemehappy #inspiredbypetals
Wishing you a happy bloomin’ week! 🌺 🌼 . . . #modernflorals #moodforfloral #capturingcolor #florallove #flowerpower #floralenergy #seeingthepretty #floralstories #florallife #ihavethisthingwithflowers #flowersmakemehappy #inspiredbypetals #petalpower #womenwhodraw #julieoyadesign
Building up my floral assets using Adobe Fresco and Affinity Designer. I’ve had Fresco on my iPad for ages but hadn’t explored it properly. @weronika.salach’s latest class is teaching me how to incorporate it into my workflow seamle
Building up my floral assets using Adobe Fresco and Affinity Designer. I’ve had Fresco on my iPad for ages but hadn’t explored it properly. @weronika.salach’s latest class is teaching me how to incorporate it into my workflow seamlessly with Affinity and I am into it!
“Squiggly worms in the ocean” — title by Benji, 6 years old 🐛 🌊 . . . #surfacedesigner #madeinaffinity #surfacepatterndesign #repeatingpattern #surfacepatterndesign #surfacepatterndesigner #surfacepatterncommunity #surfacedesig
“Squiggly worms in the ocean” — title by Benji, 6 years old 🐛 🌊 . . . #surfacedesigner #madeinaffinity #surfacepatterndesign #repeatingpattern #surfacepatterndesign #surfacepatterndesigner #surfacepatterncommunity #surfacedesign #artlicensing #printandpattern #licensingartist #womenofillustration #womenwhodraw #createeveryday #repeatingpattern #patternlove #capturingcolor
I’m baaaaack 👐 I took some time off here since mid-summer and legit have not posted in months—well, maybe you never noticed 😆 Nonetheless , hello and thanks to those who are still here 🤗 I love you, you’re amazing. This autumn we
I’m baaaaack 👐 I took some time off here since mid-summer and legit have not posted in months—well, maybe you never noticed 😆 Nonetheless , hello and thanks to those who are still here 🤗 I love you, you’re amazing. This autumn weather has me feeling right cozy. It’s my favourite time of year….sweater weather! 🧶 ☕️ So, it’s been a while. Did I miss anything? #surfacepattern #surfacepatterndesign #surfacedesign #flowersmakemehappy #autumnvibes #sweaterweather #julieoyadesign
✨Stargazer✨ Day 28+29+30 entry for #thepatternchallengebymel by @melanie.johnsson . . . #surfacepattern #surfacespatterns #surfacepatterndesign #surfacedesign #stars #celestial #summerskies #shootingstars #spoonflower #wallpaper #kidsroom #kidsroom
✨Stargazer✨ Day 28+29+30 entry for #thepatternchallengebymel by @melanie.johnsson . . . #surfacepattern #surfacespatterns #surfacepatterndesign #surfacedesign #stars #celestial #summerskies #shootingstars #spoonflower #wallpaper #kidsroom #kidsroomdecor #kidsroominspo #julieoyadesign
Rockpools with special cameo by Cranston the Crab 2.0 🐚 🦀 🌊🪸 Day 25+26+27 entry for #thepatternchallengebymel @melanie.johnsson . One 👏 more 👏 left! 👏 Did you know pot-bellied seahorses like to chill in rock pools? Thanks @melidolman for the
Rockpools with special cameo by Cranston the Crab 2.0 🐚 🦀 🌊🪸 Day 25+26+27 entry for #thepatternchallengebymel @melanie.johnsson . One 👏 more 👏 left! 👏 Did you know pot-bellied seahorses like to chill in rock pools? Thanks @melidolman for the fun fact 🧜‍♀️ . . . #huzzah #drawingchallenge #patternchallenge #illustration #womenwhoillustrate #ilikedrawing #kidslit #surfacepattern #surfacepatterndesign #surfacedesign #surfacepatterndesigner #surfacedesign #spoonflower #julieoyadesign
Sweet little folk art-inspired flowers for today. . . . #surfacepatterndesign #surfacepatterndesigner #surfacepatterncommunity #surfacedesign #surfacedesigner #artlicensing #printandpattern #licensingartist #womenofillustration #womenwhodraw #create It’s mid-November and almost my birthday (it’s an epic one this year 😱). Time to ratchet up them Xmas vibes. Re-coloured and feeling festive.. . . #christmasvibes #hollyjolly #betterinpink #feelingfestive #surfacedesign #surfacedesigner Some geometric blooms to share … do you prefer the clean lines and geometry of these vectors (made in Affinity and Fresco) or the hand drawn feel of loose florals in Procreate? 🤔 I can’t decide and I don’t think I should have to c Keeping joy and hope in my heart despite it all 🕊️ . . . #keeponkeepingon #peacedove #weneedpeace #repeatingpattern #surfacedesign #surfacepatterndesign #surfacespatterns #printandpattern #surfacedesigner #spoonflower #spoonflowerwallpaper #spoonfl Finished this up this during the crazy windstorm last night. No blackout 😮‍💨 There’s something so nice and calming about the symmetry tool in Procreate . . . #surfacepatterndesign #surfacepatterndesigner #surfacepatterncommunity #surfac Wishing you a happy bloomin’ week! 🌺 🌼 . . . #modernflorals #moodforfloral #capturingcolor #florallove #flowerpower #floralenergy #seeingthepretty #floralstories #florallife #ihavethisthingwithflowers #flowersmakemehappy #inspiredbypetals Building up my floral assets using Adobe Fresco and Affinity Designer. I’ve had Fresco on my iPad for ages but hadn’t explored it properly. @weronika.salach’s latest class is teaching me how to incorporate it into my workflow seamle “Squiggly worms in the ocean” — title by Benji, 6 years old 🐛 🌊 . . . #surfacedesigner #madeinaffinity #surfacepatterndesign #repeatingpattern #surfacepatterndesign #surfacepatterndesigner #surfacepatterncommunity #surfacedesig I’m baaaaack 👐 I took some time off here since mid-summer and legit have not posted in months—well, maybe you never noticed 😆 Nonetheless , hello and thanks to those who are still here 🤗 I love you, you’re amazing. This autumn we ✨Stargazer✨ Day 28+29+30 entry for #thepatternchallengebymel by @melanie.johnsson . . . #surfacepattern #surfacespatterns #surfacepatterndesign #surfacedesign #stars #celestial #summerskies #shootingstars #spoonflower #wallpaper #kidsroom #kidsroom Rockpools with special cameo by Cranston the Crab 2.0 🐚 🦀 🌊🪸 Day 25+26+27 entry for #thepatternchallengebymel @melanie.johnsson . One 👏 more 👏 left! 👏 Did you know pot-bellied seahorses like to chill in rock pools? Thanks @melidolman for the