Freelance Technical Designer & Separation Artist
I’m a freelance designer and separation artist for decorative print, helping artists, designers, and brands turn their ideas into bespoke wallpaper, textiles, and a wide range of surface designs without feeling overwhelmed by the technical process. Whether you’re exploring a new concept or developing a full collection, I can guide you through the design-to-production stages so your artwork becomes clear, cohesive, and ready for use across a variety of products.
My services are flexible and collaborative, supporting you wherever you need it most. From developing original artwork to separating colours, building seamless repeats and preparing industry-standard files for manufacturers, I’m here to make the creative journey smoother and more enjoyable for independent designers and established studios alike.
I provide support across the full lifecycle of developing an idea, including…
- Design development and artwork refinement
- Repeat building and layout creation
- Colour separations
- Production-ready file preparation
- Creative guidance and technical problem-solving
- Support for wallpaper, textiles, stationery, homeware, and other design-led products.
Whether you’re an independent artists or a studio needing outsourced technical design, I can help make the process smoother and easier to navigate.
How It All Began...
I’ve been a creative for as long as I can remember, a path that led me through two design diplomas and a BA (Hons) in Textile Design at De Montfort University. After graduating, I joined an international wallpaper and fabric company in Brighton, working my way from intern to studio coordinator and gaining hands-on experience across design, production, and marketing. Later, I collaborated with a well-established artist to build her namesake brand, creating luxury wallpapers and products helping to shape my understanding of running a creative business.
When the pandemic changed life in unexpected ways, I returned to the Midlands with my partner, Scott, and set up my own studio. Since then, I’ve been working with clients of all kinds; from new designers finding their voice to established international companies in need of technical support. All with the same aim at the heart of it all: to bridge the gap between creativity and technicality, and to help people bring their ideas into the world with confidence.
How I work...
My approach is collaborative, supportive, and adaptable to your needs. I focus on clear communication, thoughtful interpretation of your ideas and a balance of creative and technical thinking. Whether you need help with one design or ongoing support, my goal is to make the process feel manageable, enjoyable, and rooted in quality.
Testimonials
What clients say...
I can't overstate how helpful Lauren was in bringing my wallpaper designs to fruition. I'd wanted to design a collection of wallpapers for many years, but had felt held back by a lack of technical skills. As an artist I am able to draw and paint on paper, but my computer illustration skills are lacking. Through our online meetings and discussions, Lauren was able to take my illustrations and help me build a design in repeat, helping with the scale and colourways as well as creating all the correct files to send to the manufacturer. Lauren made the process so easy and enjoyable. I genuinely couldn't have done it without her help.
Ready to work together?
If you’d like support with your next design project or want to explore how we might collaborate, I’d love to hear from you.
Get in touch, or email hello@laurenpeploe.co.uk.