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

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

What’s happening on my instagram?

Up until my Birthday on May 31st, I am offering free postage within Australia on all items PLUS Pattern Pulse Vol 2 is on SALE for $50! EEEK! This is your chance to buy yourself a beautiful book that celebrates the art of 100 Australian surface patt
Playing shop today @makersonmain48 The girls have made some of my new designs up into product which look gorgeous! 😍 open till 3pm today. I'd love to see you! Wearing a @lordy.dordie.art dress and earrings by Boo @bipbop_boo - feeling fabulous 👌
The Creativity Collection is Live! For all you crafty, sewing, maker, quilting souls - there is bound to be a design that speaks to you! Each card is 125mm x 125 mm 300gsm ECOSTAR printed sustainably in Australia and comes with a recycled paper en
A delightful quote prompt from #wordsandwildflowers I am experimenting with using my own hand lettering and I think I like my quirkiness. Using ink and nib gets some great results. Watercolour flowers using #kuretakewatercolors #handletteringpracti
Getting excited about my deomonstratin at SPOTLIGHT LOGAN HYPERDOME CREATIVE (Brisbane) tomorrow form 11am to 1pm! Come along and watch me play Liquitex acrylic paints, inks and mediums on a lovely big canvas. If you are in the area, I would love to