Repeat Patterns: Four Basic Units

I have found an extremely useful website which clearly explains Repeat Pattern. The main points are…

• A pattern relies upon three characteristics: a single motif, repetition of the motif, a system of organisation.
• There are four basic ways to repeat a motif so it becomes a pattern: rigid repeat, half drop repeat, reflection and rotation.
• The page continues with clear visual representations …. But I let you find out for yourself !!!

http://www.teachnet-uk.org.uk/2005%20projects/art-repeatpattern/repeating%20patterns/pages/WhatIsPattern.htm

Also, this glossary of pattern design terms might be useful. Not only they are defined, but also they provide a cute little illustration. Hope it helps … Some examples are:

http://www.artlandia.com/wonderland/glossary/