Cheerful triangle pattern in a new kidswear print collection. A new geometric pattern. Vector art. Multiple color palettes available. Designed by Chris Olson.
Read MoreThree faces and one wild hat. Inspired by the fanciful Victorian hats I found while researching for this months MATS bootcamp mini assignment. Mixed media.
Digital collage created with Unsplash images. Photos of faces, flowers and car by photographers Joanna Nix, Mike Fox, Genie Austin, Alexandra Seinet, Annie Spratt.
Read MoreI Heart You hand drawn wallpaper with a bold brushstrokes design by Chris Olson is available as a download on the blog. Click on link on blog post.
Read MoreStarting in January I’ll be launching a brand new design section in my Client Portfolio featuring Kidswear—with the latest pattern trends and color palettes to match. Today I’m sharing a sneak peek at a sampling of baby and toddler prints with a hint of nostalgia and a cozy heritage vibe. I live in Colorado and I admit I’m smitten with the mountains, the snow in the winter, and the bright sunshine all year long. And this wondrous place definitely influences my designs. Check the collage for a few examples of my Telluride collection—named after a favorite town and ski resort. It features a classic color palette with cobalt blues and rosy reds.
There’s much more in the Telluride collection that will be available in my Kidswear patterns section on my website next month. Stay tuned this month for more behind-the-scenes updates featuring other collections including kidswear designs with Animal Accents and Inky Illustrated repeats.
Read MoreMerry, Merry! It’s almost time friends—and I'm sure you didn't need me to remind you or anything! If you’re at all like me and a bit behind on the whole gift wrapping front, then this post is for you. I’ve designed a free printable holiday gift tag for you to download. Just click the link below, download the love, print the tags—card stock paper works best—and get wrapping.
Happy Holidays! And let’s all keep the merry going! xo Chris
Download the Printable here: PRINTABLE HOLIDAY GIFT TAG BY CHRIS OLSON
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Creating abstract geo patterns has always felt like a Zen meditation to me. A perfect fit for designing surf designs. More Zen board designs available for licensing on my client login.
Read MoreI just hid the Halloween candy from myself. Not sure if that’s thing or not. Happy Halloween eve, y’all…
New tile pattern featuring a spooky kitty design. Visit my portfolio for more designs.
Read MoreNew seamless repeat designs in my rainforest textile design collection. Visit my Client Login portfolio for details on this tropical collection—available in several color ways and as an indexed print. Fresh designs added to my portfolio weekly. You can find more samples of my designs on my portfolio.
Read MoreSo thrilled to be featured in the new blog post over at Pattern Observer! If you are a surface pattern designer, this website is filled with so much beauty and inspiration. My guest post today is all about social media and artists. I share my thoughts on social media, how to get started and tips for growing your online following. I was the social media manager for Instagram at Pattern Observer for three years. During that time the reach and overall engagement grew at an amazing pace.
Read MoreTwo color ways in a detail of a new botanical print. Tapping into the darker direction for S/S 18 with Psychotropical themes. Fresh designs added to my portfolio weekly. You can find more samples of my designs on my client portfolio.
Read MoreSolar orange, citrus green and fuchsia pink color palette for this happy doodle repeat pattern by Chris Olson.
Read MoreI can’t begin to imagine how difficult this time is for the people of Houston and all the surrounding areas affected by Hurricane Harvey. I’m grateful there are so many ways we can help out through donations to help those affected by Harvey. Here are just a few:
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