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I’m Kris Ruff and I’m a surface designer, graphic designer, and teacher.

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These little critters have been in my sketchbook f

These little critters have been in my sketchbook for quite awhile, so I'm happy they finally get to see the light of day. A gender-neutral colorway like this one would be great for bedding in a boys OR girls room. This design would be cute on bibs or clothing too!

#krisruff #catsanddogs #catlover #doglover #putabirdonit #genderneutralnursery #genderneutralbaby #kidsroom #kidsdecor #surfacepattern #surfacepatterndesign #artlicensing #kidsbedding #cutecats #cutedogs

Gingham + Birds = a sweet little dress! I think th

Gingham + Birds = a sweet little dress! I think this would be a perfect way to use my new little birds.

#krisruff #mockupacademy #childrensclothing #putabirdonit #ginghamdress #kidsfashion #kidsdecor #popofcolor #surfacedesign #colorfulbirds #childrensdrawing #birdtracks #artlicensing #artforsale

Once again birds found their way into my sketchboo

Once again birds found their way into my sketchbook.

#krisruff #birdart #putabirdonit #popofcolor #birdlovers #surfacedesign #kidsfabric #surfacepattern #birdtracks

Some designs make you feel like you can run faster

Some designs make you feel like you can run faster and jump higher. This is one of those designs! And this photo is straight from Mockup Academy Class 6: Mocking up Fabric (available on Skillshare.com). Learn how to use Photoshop's Puppet Warp tool to make patterns bend at the knee (or elbow or wherever you want a bend!). There's a link in my bio for a free trial Skillshare membership so you can watch the class for free.

#krisruff #mockupacademy #runningtights #popofcolor #runfaster #surfacepattern #fabricdesign #athleticwear #artlicensing #photoshoptutorial #learnsomethingnew #lifelonglearning

I’m not sure what inspired this design, but I ha

I’m not sure what inspired this design, but I had a lot of fun creating it! I think it would be fun on kid’s products especially school backpacks.

#krisruff #mockupacademy #schoolbackpack #designsforkids #kidsroom #fabricforkids #kidsbedroom #kidsroom #surfacepatterndesign #surfacedesign #artforsale #fabricdesigner artlicensing

Have you checked out Mockup Academy Class 6 yet? I

Have you checked out Mockup Academy Class 6 yet? It's THE Skillshare class to watch if you want to learn how to make fabric mockups. Thanks to those who have already watched it and left great reviews! Knowing that you're loving the class makes me so happy! Want to watch the class but you're not a Skillshare member? Get 2 weeks free with link in my bio.

#krisruff #mockupacademy #makingmockups #skillshare #skillshareteacher #photoshoptutorial #learnphotoshop #puppetwarp #photoshopmockup #surfacedesign #surfacepatterndesign #artlicensing #artforsale

A new whimsical wine design that would be fun on k

A new whimsical wine design that would be fun on kitchen towels, party ware, and oven mitts! Cheers!
#krisruff #mockupacademy #winedecor #partyon #cheerstolife #toastforall #winefanatic #winelover #surfacepattern #surfacepatterndesign #artlicensing #kitchenart

If Matisse lived in a jungle I think he would make

If Matisse lived in a jungle I think he would make art that looked something like this. Product ideas for this design: Curtains or bedding for kids' rooms, Swimsuit or statement dress. Journal covers or tote bags. And if you're super daring how about wallpaper!

#krisruff #mockupacademy #matisseinspired #junglefabric #popofcolor #kidsroom #colorfulfabric #surfacepattern #surfacepatterndesign #papercutouts #artforproducts #artlicensing

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