Hello, I’m Rachael
I am an Australian Surface Pattern Designer living in sunny Brisbane, Queensland. I am a full time surface designer, author, teacher and mentor in this space. If you are looking to collaborate or enquire about licensing, please reach out
Surface Pattern Designer & Watercolour Artist
I paint original artworks that become repeat patterns for print on demand companies prints for Greeting Card companies
I am the author of two books that explore the art and design of Australian Surface Designers
Author of Pattern Pulse Volumes 1 & 2
I am a passionate knowledge sharer! I offer teaching at Art retreats, workshops plus one-on-one coaching for skill and business development. I am also a teacher on international platform, Skillshare
Teacher and Mentor
Hummingbird Collection
Hummingbird is coming to a quilt store near you!
It is a dream come true that my most popular print, Hummingbird, is being released as a quilting collection with Devonstone. In quilting stores across Australia and internationally from Mid September 2025.
Painting to Pattern LIVE Online Workshop + Replay
Join me and Georgie Forbes for a creative day from the comfort of your own home!
Since launching Painting to Pattern in 2023, we’ve had creatives from all over the world asking, “Will there be an online version?” — and now the answer is YES! 🌟
This one-day LIVE Painting to Pattern online retreat workshop is designed for passionate creatives of all levels who are ready to take their art to the next stage without needing complicated software. Whether you’re a beginner or a small business owner looking to explore surface pattern design, this course will inspire you to create patterns with confidence and joy.
✨ This time our Painting to Pattern Retreat will be hosted LIVE on Zoom on
Sunday 19th October from 9am to 4pm AEST ✨
Ready to ship products featuring my designs
Bright & joyful prints on fabric, earrings and greeting cards
Like to feel the fabric before you buy?
Rachael’s full range of cotton woven fabrics are sold by the metre at her local handmade collective, Makers on Main
48 Main Street, Samford Village, Q 4520
Like to know more about me?
Then listen in…
Margo Tantau of Windowsill Chats and Rachael discuss:
Rachael’s creative path and how her mom instilled a love for creativity in her
Self-publishing her book, Pattern Pulse, after initial rejection
Elizabeth Gilbert’s book, Big Magic, and how it catalyzed her creative endeavors
Tribulations and triumphs of women in the creative business landscape: asserting value, advocating for fair compensation, and having a network of peers and mentors
The importance of physical art in a digital age
Why individuality and authenticity are crucial to the art industry
How artists can stay true to their unique style while also being commercially viable
Challenges of building a creative community in Australia
The influence and support that often comes from maternal figures in fostering creativity
Thoughts and tips for artists facing low payment offers
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