John Wylie Studio

ABOUT

John Wylie

I am a textile and surface pattern designer for fiber artists, and the home decor markets. I have created original surface pattern designs for Zoe Jo Creative Studio, Robert Kaufman Fabrics, Northcott Fabrics, Pattern Observer Studio, Hunt+Gather Studio and others, based on provided trends and client briefs.

The rich diversity of nature, cultural history, and my own adventures, inspire me to create designs that reflect craftsmanship, individuality, and the imperfections of the hand-made.

My desire is to create designs that can be embraced and used to enrich my client's living environment. Through painterly florals, re-imagined classics, layered textural designs, bold geometrics, and modern conversational prints, my designs help clients create an environment that is their personal sanctuary.

Education

UC Berkeley Extension, Professional Sequence in Graphic Design
Sharon Art Studio, Studied life drawing and abstract painting
The Toronto School of Art, Fine Art Diploma
The Toronto School of Art, Studied etching, life drawing, portraiture, and wall sculpture
The University of Toronto, School of Continuing Education, Studied wildlife, botanical and landscape drawing as well as watercolor and pastel painting
The University of Toronto, Master of Science, Microbiology and Molecular Genetics
The University of Toronto, Bachelor of Science (Honors), Microbiology and Parasitology

Technical Proficiency

Design: Strong knowledge of color theory, layout, pattern design and illustration. Comprehensive understanding of the design process from client brief, initial conceptualization and brainstorming to meticulous execution and launch.
Software: Experience in Adobe Creative Suite, Affinity, and Procreate.
Fine Art: Extensive experience in life, wildlife, botanical and landscape drawing, acrylic, watercolor and pastel painting, as well as linocut and gel printmaking.

Selected Exhibitions

Stonewall Alliance of Chico/MONCA, Chico, CA. Unforgotten Stories, Juried Exhibition, Oct. 2026
Museum of Northern California Art, Chico, CA, Small Wonder, Juried Exhibition, March 2026
Chico Art Center, Chico, CA, 2026 Member Show, Feb. 2026
Museum of Northern California Art, Chico, CA, Perch, Flutter, Soar, Juried Exhibition, Jan. 2026
Visual AIDS, New York, NY, 2026 Postcards from the Edge, A Benefit for Visual AIDS
The National Ballet of Canada, Volunteer Committee, Toronto, ON, Art Show and Sale
Portuguese Canadian National Congress, Toronto, ON, COPA Awards/Auction
The Art Guild of Scarborough, Toronto, ON, Free Spirit Award Show
Agincourt District Library, Toronto, ON, Solo Show, Recent Works
The Art Guild of Scarborough, Toronto, ON, The Arthur Award Show
Creative Edge, Chinese Cultural Centre of Greater Toronto, Show Co-ordinator
The Art Guild of Scarborough, Toronto, ON, Fall and Spring Show and Sale
The Scarborough Arts Council, Toronto, ON, Memories of a Millennium
The Scarborough Arts Council, Toronto, ON, Transitions: Changing States

Experience

Leisure Interest Instructor, Chico Area Recreation and Parks District, Chico, CA, Printmaking and Textile Design (Beginner/Intermediate), Drawing (Beginner/Intermediate)
Community Arts Committee, Toronto Art Council, City of Toronto, committee member
The Art Guild of Scarborough, Toronto, ON, President
The Art Guild of Scarborough, Toronto, ON, Exhibition Chairperson
Rotunda Gallery, Scarborough Civic Centre, City of Toronto, Member of the Advisory Committee
Instruction, Young Artists (5-6 and 7-9 yr. old), City of Toronto, Economic Development, Tourism and Culture, Port Union C.C., Spearheaded program development, established the age-appropriate curriculum, demonstrated techniques, and supervised children.
Artist in the School Program, Scarborough Arts Council and the Scarborough Separate School Board