Kelly Irvine
About Kelly Irvine
Kelly Irvine is a Textile Print Designer known for her vibrant, hand-painted style, utilizing both traditional and digital techniques. She has worked at Spoonflower and Society6 since 2020, and has extensive experience in the design field, including a long tenure at the National Institute of Standards and Technology.
Work at Spoonflower
Kelly Irvine has been employed at Spoonflower as a Textile Print Designer since 2020. In this role, she creates vibrant textile prints that reflect a hand-painted aesthetic. Her work involves utilizing both traditional and digital techniques to produce unique designs that cater to various customer needs.
Freelance Work Experience
In addition to her position at Spoonflower, Kelly Irvine has been working as a Freelance Textile Print Designer at White Buffalo Studio since 2021. She also holds a freelance role at Society6, where she has been contributing as a Textile Print Designer since 2020. Previously, she worked as a Freelance Surface Pattern Designer at Pattern Observer from 2019 to 2021.
Background in Graphic Design
Before her current roles, Kelly Irvine spent 21 years at the National Institute of Standards and Technology, where she served as the Art Director and Senior Graphic Designer. Her career in graphic design began at GEICO, where she worked as a Graphic Designer for nine years. This extensive experience in visual communication informs her textile design approach.
Education and Expertise
Kelly Irvine earned her Bachelor's degree in Advertising and Design from the University of Maryland - College of Arts and Humanities. Her educational background provides a foundation for her expertise in textile design, where she specializes in creating bold and colorful prints, including abstracts, florals, and geometrics.
Design Inspiration
Kelly draws inspiration from nature, fine art, and everyday textures, which influence her textile designs. Her background in abstract painting contributes to a unique synergy between her painting and textile print designs, allowing her to create distinctive patterns that resonate with various audiences.