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1. Re: Need Reviews For My Business Cards
OldBob1957 Jul 25, 2013 5:54 AM (in response to ChristieJohann)I can't tell if the text on the right is actually white, or ligt blue, but either way; depending on printing method I might be a little concerned about those thin strokes possibly closing up and getting lost. But that's just me; I always worry about that with thin white (or light-colored) text.
Other than that, I like it.
--OB
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2. Re: Need Reviews For My Business Cards
John Danek Jul 25, 2013 8:46 AM (in response to ChristieJohann)I agree with Old Bob...the small text is too fine and could fill-in. Aside from that, it is difficult to read. The pattern in the background is also a distraction and perhaps a bit too light. A more simplified approach overall could heighten the graphics and improve readability. A few ideas:
1.) wrap the text elements along the curvature of the stripe;
2.) put the tagline alone across either the top or bottom of the card, allowing you to enlarge the logo and put focus on the company name;
3.) reduce the amount of condensation on the text elements and remove the word "address".
Have you thought about paper and spot colors? I hope this is not another CMYK process color job. f you use spot colors, then the text elements will hold up better. You may want to look at another font, so the entire design does not over-use condensed typeface. When working with a small fone, try a semi-bold...especially using White. Have you assembled a branding Guide for the company? Is your design part of the look and feel of the company and is planned for use in such things as uniforms, truck graphics, signage, and stationery? Design a letterhead and envelope to match the business card and let us see the whole package.
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3. Re: Need Reviews For My Business Cards
John Danek Jul 26, 2013 7:16 AM (in response to ChristieJohann)I normally do not get involved with alternate layouts, but I wanted to show you what I meant to say in my post...visually. While re-working your design, I came up with an additional solution for the text elements. Because the address line is the longest line in the paragraph, I put it as the first line which gives your card some distinction. I also used 9pt font on the address lines and would not go any smaller than that. Food for thought.

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4. Re: Need Reviews For My Business Cards
ChristieJohann Jul 28, 2013 10:14 PM (in response to John Danek)I liked your pattern. You're right address is the longest text so it suits pretty much up there and fonts also looks cool! but i was considering to use SteelFish font! What do you think about it because i love that font! I normally deisgn most of of work on steelfish I 'm on the verge of designing my card accoring to your recommendations! Once it is done I would love to share with you guys but I appreciate all of you guys fo helping me out and pointing out my errors! Hope you guys will help me in future as you did like this
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5. Re: Need Reviews For My Business Cards
John Danek Jul 29, 2013 7:01 PM (in response to ChristieJohann)Be careful you do not over-use a certain font. Typography is a huge element in graphic design. Typography "sets the table" for communicating and communications. I bet you used "Steelfish" for the logo "StickerDeals". That's okay. You could reserve that branding font for headlines, but would you use it for body copy? Beware of readibility. I recommended a second font that could put emphasis on other messages, adding some contrast to the look and feel. Try to keep thinking outside-the-box ( so to speak ). You've done a fairly decent job on your business card. When working on a project, try 3-4 different layouts. Print them and post them on the wall where other people can see them. Ask some of your co-workers to stop by and take a look at what you've come up with for concepts. Take notes on what the others have to say. This will help you make improvements ( if necessary ) and will give you valuable feedback before the actual card is printed and put into use.
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6. Re: Need Reviews For My Business Cards
ChristieJohann Jul 29, 2013 8:47 PM (in response to ChristieJohann) -
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John Danek Aug 2, 2013 5:34 PM (in response to ChristieJohann)Let's see 2 more alternates. For your latest iteration, try to keep the fonts a good distance away from the trim. The address font is too thin and is filling-in on your JPG. When working with reverse type, use a semi-bold and maybe even something with a serif. Go ahead and place the logo in a different location and see how that looks. Like I recommended in my last post, show multiple layouts and show them to get feedback.
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8. Re: Need Reviews For My Business Cards
jessicajohn Feb 3, 2014 8:40 PM (in response to ChristieJohann)It is really nice one but i think you need to put your contact information at bottum becasue your content information is too much prominent you try to cover your brand name on contact's place. I created one card and i would like to share it with you, here is the example
Here i put the contact information at the bottum, you should cover your logo, your official names and company slogan on top then cover your contact information.





