What's inside Artful...
Style Guides
& Trend Insights
Stay ahead with curated quarterly style guides inspired by seasonal energy and design trends. These guides include palettes, imagery, and themes to help you create with direction, not pressure.
Artful Talks
& Creative Gathering
We gather for live calls to catch up, share wins, ask questions, and explore new ideas. Creative crawls and Artful Talks also give us moments of connection, growth, and learning from those in the community.
Creative
Community
You don’t have to do this alone. Inside Artful, you’ll find a welcoming group of artists and designers who are here to cheer you on, swap ideas, and make the creative path less lonely.
Creative
Exchange
Need fresh eyes on your latest piece? Post your work in our creative exchange space to get supportive, constructive insight. You can ask for help, offer encouragement, or simply be seen.
Inspiration
& Resources
From podcast picks to visual prompts and templates, Artful is filled with creative boosts to spark new ideas and keep you creating. Mockups, templates, and tools are always just a click away.
Gentle
Accountability
In Artful, you can set goals and share milestones in a soft, encouraging space. Whether you’re building a collection or trying to make time for art again, we’re here to help you stay inspired, not stressed.
I created this space for you... Artists, surface designers, and entrepreneurs who need connection to grow.
Hello! I’m Kathleen, surface designer, graphic designer, and founder of Artful. I know how important it is to have direction, encouragement, and a space to explore your ideas with people who truly understand. That’s exactly why I created this space.
Whether you're picking up momentum or looking to make art a bigger part of your world again, Artful is here to support your creative rhythm.
Whether you're picking up momentum or looking to make art a bigger part of your world again, Artful is here to support your creative rhythm.
Practical Support from someone who can lead the way
In Artful, you don’t just get community, you get a creative mentor in your back pocket.
I’ve spent over a decade working as a graphic designer, and in the past few years, I’ve been steadily building my path as a surface designer. One thing I’ve learned along the way is that creative growth doesn’t happen in isolation—it happens through clarity, connection, and having the right support when things feel uncertain.
That's exactly why I created Artful!
Pocket Expert Support
Like having a creative director and business-savvy friend in your pocket, ready to help, guide and find answers to the messy parts of building a business.
Design & Branding Expertise
With over a decade in graphic design, I can help guide you on how to present your work professionally.
Creative Business Support
Real strategies, tools, and workflows I’ve used myself—shared to save you time and confusion.
Technical Tutorials & Suggestions
Need help with a design file? Not sure how to showcase your work? I will share step-by-step support and resources to get you unstuck.
PLUS!...Support that grows with you
Inside Artful, you’ll get honest, practical guidance from me, but just as important is the support from fellow members. This is a space where creatives learn from one another, offer feedback, and remind you that you’re not doing this alone.
Some of the good stuff inside
tools, connection & support...all in one place
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Creative Boosts
Creative Boosts are like little flickers of possibility, curated prompts, visuals, and inspiration geared to help you gently reconnect with your creative side. Whether you're stuck, tired, or just craving a shift, this space is here to meet you where you are and help you move forward. (Live Workshops coming!)
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Mockups, Templates & Resources, Oh My!
A growing library of tools to help you present your work, build your collections, and move your ideas forward. Thoughtfully designed and easy to use, ready whenever you are.
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Style Guides & Trend Insight
Stay ahead with curated quarterly style guides inspired by seasonal energy and design trends. These guides include palettes, imagery, and themes to help you create with direction...not pressure.
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Creative Crawls
Something fun happened recently! A few of us realized we lived nearby. Total strangers at first, we decided to meet up for a day of exploring, sharing ideas, and finding beauty (and coffee!) in our own backyard. What started as a spontaneous get-together has turned into something we plan to do more often.
And who knows, maybe you’ll be able to join us for the next one. All are welcome!
Access everything inside Artful for only
$23 CAD/month or $230 CAD/year
GATHER with community
CREATE freely with prompts, challenges, and tools
EXPLORE fresh trend-driven style guides each season
REFLECT with gentle milestone check-ins and goal-setting prompts
GROW your confidence, your voice, and your body of work, one inspired step at a time
What members are saying!
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HOW IS THIS DIFFERENT FROM OTHER MEMBERSHIPS?ARTFUL focuses on inspiration, resources, and community interaction. It’s designed for creatives who want ongoing resources, style boards, trend insights, and feedback, but in a more intimate setting with no pressure.
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DO I NEED TO BE FOCUSED ON SURFACE PATTERN DESIGN?While ARTFUL is geared toward surface pattern designers, the principles of creativity, inspiration gathering, and community support can benefit anyone in the creative field. If you're an artist, designer, or someone looking for creative growth, you'll find valuable insights and resources in ARTFUL.
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WHAT PLATFORM IS THE COMMUNITY HOSTED IN?While social media is great for connection, it can be distracting. We’re using Circle, a dedicated platform designed to foster focused, creative interaction and easy access to resources without the noise of social media.
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WHAT IF ARTFUL ISN'T FOR ME?You can cancel your membership at any time. However, if you decide to rejoin in the future, please note that the membership fee may be higher at that time.
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WILL THERE BE LIVE CALLS?We currently meet once a quarter for live group calls designed to help you connect, share ideas, and explore topics together. These sessions are a great way to gather inspiration, stay accountable, and feel part of a creative circle that gets it.
Don't be shy...ask me anything!
Let’s make sure it feels right for you
WHY I CREATED ARTFUL​
When I started building my creative community, everything changed.
I realized I didn’t just enjoy being around other artists, I needed it. I thrive in spaces
where we can share ideas, encourage each other, and grow side by side. And along the way, I’ve made lasting friendships that have shaped not just my work, but my life.
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That’s the heart behind Artful.
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I believe creativity is meant to be shared. We grow stronger together, learning from each other, cheering one another on, and showing up through the highs and the hard parts. It can be lonely out there as an artist, but it doesn’t have to be.
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Artful was born from that longing—for connection, support, and real community.
My hope is that this space helps you feel more rooted, more inspired, and never alone on your path.
