Melissa Shaw

Melissa Shaw is a skilled Surface Pattern Designer and Illustrator with extensive experience in the creative industry. Currently, Melissa operates under Melissa Lee, focusing on illustration, pattern design, and lettering for licensing and commissions, while also serving as a Fabric Designer at Riley Blake Designs, where Melissa develops complete fabric collections. Melissa is recognized as a Top Teacher on Skillshare, imparting knowledge in pattern design and digital illustration to over 55,000 students. Previous roles include Freelance Illustrator for Commonplace Books, contributing artwork for the podcast 'Welcome to Night Vale,' and Concept Artist for Stigma Games, creating character concept art and animations. Melissa holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Fine and Studio Arts from California State University-Sacramento and an Associate's degree from Folsom Lake College.