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watercolor inspired floral pattern by Ellen Morse Originals

Hi, I’m Ellen!

I am a creative designer crafting vibrant artwork to brighten your brand or product. Be it a custom illustration, a surface pattern design, or a hand-lettering piece, I am here to enhance your business or non-profit’s presence. Backed by 25 years of experience in graphic design, I also offer tailor-made branding solutions and creative direction to breathe life into your business’s vision.

My creativity draws from nature and my travels. My designs are perfect for fabric, home decor, greeting cards, apparel, or any imaginative endeavor you have in mind!

I am looking forward to collaborating and bringing our imaginative visions to life!

photo of Ellen Morse in red blouse in floral field

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Sneak peek: Putting the finishing touches on this Sneak peek: Putting the finishing touches on this silk scarf design. Fun project with @multi.color.minds 
Such a great group led by the fabulous @studio.xhico 
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I drew these mushrooms a while ago but mushrooms a I drew these mushrooms a while ago but mushrooms are still trending and this palette is one of my favorites for the season!⁣My email subscribers recently got the illustration of the mushrooms to download. Sign up to join my list for free art downloads, tips and tricks and studio updates! (Link on website in bio)
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Process video snippet of Autumn 🍁 leaves. Fall Process video snippet of Autumn 🍁 leaves. Fall is definitely here!  #procreateart #texturedleaves 
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I can't deny it any longer...Fall is here! ⁣. . I can't deny it any longer...Fall is here! ⁣.
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Do you ever have a design that you just weren't su Do you ever have a design that you just weren't sure what to do with? That is how these pieces started out for me. I had illustrated and painted all of these flowers and finally decided what to use it for! ⁣.
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A little #WIP from my latest collection that I STI A little #WIP from my latest collection that I STILL have not finalized! I am trying to decide if I want to keep the florals spread out or linked together. Swipe left to see the options, what do you think? The final image is details of the hero print.⁣.
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A few invitation designs, I love breathing new col A few invitation designs, I love breathing new color options into my work! The first design I've recolored a few different times. And, the last design is a favorite of mine. I kept thinking I'd change it to multiple colors but I like the simplicity of having it all one color. ⁣.
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This design was inspired by a photo of my own wedd This design was inspired by a photo of my own wedding bouquet from 27+ years ago! I recently was gifted a whole slew of negatives (yes, this is before digital photography) as well as prints from @shortstreetphotograpers who tracked me down after all these years!⁣ Voting is now open for the Bridal Shower invitation challenge over @minted. 
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floral meadow surface pattern design by Ellen Morse

One of my newest pattern designs!

Recent Blog Posts

illustration of girl with flowers by Ellen Morse

My portfolio review with Brenda Manley

Have you invested in yourself? I finally decided to book a professional portfolio review with agent Brenda Manley, of Brenda Manley Designs. Even though I have a degree in illustration, I have spent the majority of…

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Ellen Morse, Sketch Design Repeat's featured designer for month of June 2023

Featured on Sketch Design Repeat

I’m excited to share that I was selected as the Spotlight Surface Pattern Designer for the month of June on Shannon McNab’s Sketch Design Repeat blog. If you’re not familiar with Shannon, she is an American…

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Some of my favorite podcasts

Are you a fan of podcasts? I am a huge listener of podcasts and try to squeeze in as many episodes as possible. I listen while walking my dogs, running errands, doing chores or even while…

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Pattern design by Ellen Morse purchased by Shein

My collaboration with Shein

For those who are not familiar, Shein is a fashion brand known for fast fashion — they turn over their inventory quickly depending upon the season. Shein caters to a trendy, younger demographic (I am NOT…

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a page from my planner

How do you plan?

I am participating in Joanne Hawker’s March Meet the Maker® on Instagram and the prompt for the day was planning. It got me thinking on how I plan my time. For years I tried many different…

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hope handlettered with flower pattern background

Building Community

Working from home, and working for yourself, can largely be an isolating experience. Isolation became even more pronounced during the pandemic when our lives were forever altered. Even though I have been mostly working for myself…

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