andrea_robinson Posted October 28, 2006 Share Posted October 28, 2006 Hi. I'm thinking about having this bus. card made. What do you think?<div></div> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevin cook - stratford upo Posted October 28, 2006 Share Posted October 28, 2006 Looks good. I know it's too late but the web address is too long for my liking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laurenm Posted October 28, 2006 Share Posted October 28, 2006 i love it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlos_lopez2 Posted October 28, 2006 Share Posted October 28, 2006 Hi Andrea, I would capitalize the web address like this: AndreaRobinsonPhotography.com It's easier to read... Other than that, it looks good. BTW, make sure that when you order prints they put a UV coat. It protects the black ink from smearing. I know because it happened to me. I ordered black cards and after a while the black ink smeared and became dull. This was a local job. Last time I go there. I redesigned my cards and ordered (with a UV Coat for protection)from PrintsMadeEasy.com Great service and prices. Hope this helps Carlos www.ThirdDayGallery.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pico_digoliardi Posted October 28, 2006 Share Posted October 28, 2006 Positively subliminal! Go for it. Tell us how it works out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darice michelle Posted October 28, 2006 Share Posted October 28, 2006 How about these? Two different color versions to the same card. I think it spices it up a little more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darice michelle Posted October 28, 2006 Share Posted October 28, 2006 I guess I didn't download these right. I'll try again...<div></div> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darice michelle Posted October 28, 2006 Share Posted October 28, 2006 ok guys, I don't know what the heck is going on. I uploaded the image at 511pixels width cause that's what it says to do, but obviously it came out huge. And the cards had my name on it which I don't know how that happened. So I will try YET ONCE again!<div></div> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darice michelle Posted October 28, 2006 Share Posted October 28, 2006 I downsized it to 250 pixels, it looks much better at this size than 511 pixels.<div></div> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul_sokal___dallas__tx Posted October 28, 2006 Share Posted October 28, 2006 Andrea, I like the simple design. Not crazy about the font, but I'm a guy and it probably just looks girlie to me, which it probably should. Darice's is too busy for my taste for a bizcard. (Darice, you probably don't want to be putting your web address on someone else's picture) Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darice michelle Posted October 28, 2006 Share Posted October 28, 2006 I really like the blue version. It is cheery and artsy. Let me know Andrea if you want me to send you the original psd file so you can just upload it to the company you are using to print these. I use http://www.overnightprints.com So I measurements on this card is to the tee. With them, you can also have a backside too, which means you can upload another image. This is a nice plus. You can also design 5x7 postcards which are larger and can fit more images on the card. I think it's important for clients to be able to see images right away (some of them forget to go to your website). However, if they see more than one image off the bat, if they are good images, it make an impression on them and create a desire to take the time to look at your website. Here's a 5x7 postcard example of mine...<div></div> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darice michelle Posted October 28, 2006 Share Posted October 28, 2006 here's another example...<div></div> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darice michelle Posted October 28, 2006 Share Posted October 28, 2006 Paul, my website on her card was a mistake that I am not sure how it happened. I fixed it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caseychappell Posted October 28, 2006 Share Posted October 28, 2006 As a girl, a stylist, a bride a few years ago and a photographer. I love the blue and light green bus. card. Even if you made it a little more aqua color that is sooooo in right now. It's soft and stylish and eye catching! Love it. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andrea_robinson Posted October 28, 2006 Author Share Posted October 28, 2006 Darice, I LOVE them both!!! I can't choose!! I was planning on using overnightprints.com, so that works out perfect. Great website by the way. Wanna help me with that too? :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andrea_robinson Posted October 28, 2006 Author Share Posted October 28, 2006 Okay, I think I'm leaning towards the black one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laurenm Posted October 28, 2006 Share Posted October 28, 2006 now I like darice's black version best. The blue is pretty but the black is bolder and I love the ribbon through the picture. It looks really elegant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darice michelle Posted October 28, 2006 Share Posted October 28, 2006 You're funny!! : ) What's your website? I'd love to take a look at your website. I love designing business cards and the like. My designs are simple yet elegant. I thought the green ribbon added some color and brought out the green from the boquet. My website was done by a group of people that I know no one has ever heard of (I am being super sarcastic about this). It's http://www.bludomain.com http://www.omatik.com is a cool company that does great websites for photographers. Have a great night, Darice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roxyandkaidotcom Posted October 29, 2006 Share Posted October 29, 2006 I like the blue version!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michelle a. Posted October 29, 2006 Share Posted October 29, 2006 Love the blue one! Wonderfully designed Darice..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
idobelieve Posted October 29, 2006 Share Posted October 29, 2006 I like the blue one best too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave_roos1 Posted November 1, 2006 Share Posted November 1, 2006 Hey. Probably not gonna be a popular answer, but may I suggest a graphic designer? The centered type is too static. The evenly split structure creates two seperate pieces on one tiny card. Like a good picture, the layout should be carefully composed. The script-style font is not that legible, and will be less so printed reversed (the letters won't be printed, the ink surrounding them will, and it will spread, making delicae type possible completely filled in). The photographs on the cards look great, but the layout and type don't scream professional. Who is your target audience? What are they looking for? Are they young, old, big-dollar or budget seeking? What sort of photograher are you? Classy? Traditional? Contemporary and informal? How does your business card seperate you from every other wedding photographer? Are you just starting out or experienced? Will you still be in business come next June? Your business card needs to imply an answer to these questions. All in a very small space. Like the "You May Kiss The Bride" shot, you need to get every aspect of the card right. There's a reason you're hired and Uncle Bob isn't given the responsibility of shooting the wedding. Don't let your card suggest "Uncle Bob". Of course, feel free to take all of my comments with a grain of salt, as I'm a graphic designer (student, thus I have become increasingly aware of how much I have yet to learn) and only photographic dabbler. But consider that the business card will be the first impression a potential future client has of you and your work and treat it accordingly. Dave Roos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darice michelle Posted November 1, 2006 Share Posted November 1, 2006 Dave, I thought what you had to say was excellent advice. Very well put. But then, when I looked at your website it shocked me how your own "design" work didn't seem to be following your own advice. I can't understand your site and the first page is so loud and confusing. It is unclear as to "what" you are too. Other than that, I totally agree with everything you said. Good response! Darice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave_roos1 Posted November 1, 2006 Share Posted November 1, 2006 Hmmm... yes. Well, my webpage s a good place to dump pictures of my dog, but rest assured, it'd be nothing I'd ever consider letting one of my design teachers (or fellow students) even know about. Rather masturbatory, I'll hafta admit. Not the dog pics; the over photoshopped interface. And I must apologize that until I reread the thread after making my post that I was unaware that you were acting as the designer. Please excuse my rashness. Actually, I like your postcards much better. They're excellent "mini-portfolios". And a delightful choice of photos. The main point I wanted to make is that much like photography, developing an eye, and the necessary tools to take advantage of it is what graphic design is all about. And like photography, it's an art that the best make seem easier than it really is. Cuz easy it ain't. Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darice michelle Posted November 1, 2006 Share Posted November 1, 2006 It's no big deal at all. I am no graphic designer and everything you said was very valid! I took no offense at all. I like to grow and learn more, so it was a plus. Your input was probably the most beneficial! I like the postcards better too. I think one image on a business card isn't enough. Some people think the cards should be kept simple and not overloaded, which I agree; however having more than one image shows prospective clients that you are good and know what you're doing. It can also get them hooked to see more thus referring to your website to see more of your work. Darice P.S. Your dog is cute! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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