[Project Complete] $175 - Wedding/Portrait Photographer LOGO Modern/boutique/stylish

[Gloria Bell]

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Colors are Light blue, brown, black. Possiblity some lime green.<o:p></o:p>
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Business name: <?xml:namespace prefix = st1 ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:smarttags" /><st1:place>Island</st1:place> Expressions Photography<o:p></o:p>
Tag line: Modern Fun Stylish<o:p></o:p>
Possibly new tage line: Artistry and Elegance - Defined<o:p></o:p>
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Love Baroque, Damask and Vintage boutique style patterns/symbols.<o:p></o:p>
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Wish to attract higher end clientel without being pretentious. Stylish yet a little whimsical? Eclectic but clean.

The business card I may wish to use is below (with my info). I'm not looking for a business card design.

My website is www.islandexpressionsphoto.com (http://www.islandexpressionsphoto.com)
althought it is outdated in design, it will give you an idea about the photos I take.

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Thank you.<o:p></o:p>
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Gloria<o:p></o:p>


My style is contemporary, modern, elegant and indulgent


What type of product or service do you offer?
Weddings and portraits

How long have you been in business?
6 yrs

What do you hope to accomplish with your new identity?
Branding simple. Becoming more recognized

What are your long term goals?
More arty clients

When is the deadline for final entries before choosing a designer?
Dec 1

Audience Profile:
Please describe your existing audience
Mid 20's and up

Who would you like to add to your audience?
Business professionals

Perception/Tone/Guidelines:
What type of logo would you like?
Clean, classy, unique, possibly antiquey, definately boutique'y

Do you have any colors in mind for your logo? (if so, why?)
Open

Do you have any specific images or icons in mind that you would definitely like to see incorporated into your logo?
No. Like Baroque, damask and vintage designs/patterns

Communication Strategy:
What attributes would you like your logo to reflect about your business?
Unique. modern, stylish

What is your tagline or slogan? Don't have one but would like to have one....pay extra for one
Modern, fun stylish but open to change

Where will your new logo be used? Website, business cards, packaging

Competitive Positioning:
Who are your competitors and what do you think about their logos?

List competitive URLs if possible

What sets you apart from your competitors?
Me! Full service studio. Catering to my clietns

Targeted Message:
State a single-minded word or phrase that will appropriately describe your company:
Artistry and Elegance - Defined

[Gloria Bell]

This is the logo I am using currently but in need of a change. Also, my business card front (info on the back)

Below my business info are logos and web pages with logos

http://www.jessicaclaire.net/

http://www.tyingtheknot.net/#

http://www.acellisblog.com/

http://www.christahoffarthphoto.com/
+simple and love it!

http://www.thebecker.com/

http://www.bostonimages.com/

http://jerryghionis.com/

http://www.easthillphotography.com/

http://www.shawnakstudio.com/

[OffbeatDesign]

http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk146/offbeatdesign/IslandExpressions1.gif

[OffbeatDesign]

http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk146/offbeatdesign/IslandExpressions2.gif

[OffbeatDesign]

http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk146/offbeatdesign/IslandExpressions3.gif

[Gloria Bell]

Thank you for making my day Offbeat...it's been one of those days....

I'm digging thie first one, although, I'll need to email a fellow photographer as I know her's is similar.

Suggestion - what would the first one look like with more modern/clean writing?

Great start!!

[OffbeatDesign]

http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk146/offbeatdesign/IslandExpressions4.gif

[Gloria Bell]

Ok, not working for me. I know I asked for it, and thank you. I think maybe the symbol needs some sort of script to balance it out...? yes? Other script?

[OffbeatDesign]

http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk146/offbeatdesign/IslandExpressions5.gif

[Gloria Bell]

Don't care for version B

What about version 4 with photogrpahy in script? Is that comment to have what the business 'is' in script or just the business name? meaning photography in script

[OffbeatDesign]

It's not uncommon to have "photography" in script. Thanks.

http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk146/offbeatdesign/IslandExpressions6.gif

[Gloria Bell]

Hmmm. Food for thought....

The other thing I have also liked in the past is oval integrated into the name/logo. Kind of like a name/address plate but vintage. Not sure how to explain that one. The other option is square. I'm unsure if I would like to integrate more feminine aspects into the design or keep it only slightly girly.

[Gloria Bell]

I also like this one ...the one on the left

[Gloria Bell]

Version one as attached. This design is really growing on me. clean simple effective. What about a colored background?

[OffbeatDesign]

Here you go. This one is my favorite of the bunch.

http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk146/offbeatdesign/IslandExpressions7.gif

[Gloria Bell]

oohh.....yummy! If I decide to go with a minty greeny blue like this color, do you think it will still look good? what would you suggest? I am open to changes in color.

[glyphica]

:)

[Gloria Bell]

Not a big fan of the font for the business name...
Like the shape, maybe a lighter green? definately right track.

[OffbeatDesign]

http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk146/offbeatdesign/IslandExpressions7b.gif

[Gloria Bell]

I'm still favoring the one above however, the name plate aspect does appeal to me. With the green, after some thought, I prefer a lighter green. Seems less gloomy

[glyphica]

;) thanks for the feedback

[Gloria Bell]

Sorry, lighter meaning more to the gray like this.
I supose less saturation is another way to say it.

[glyphica]

:)

[Gloria Bell]

glyphica - just not feeling it. So sorry. On the right track. do you have anything else in mind? I'm still favoring the blue FYI

[OffbeatDesign]

http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk146/offbeatdesign/IslandExpressions8.gif

[Gloria Bell]

oooohhhh...yes...like it. getting closer!!! Think I'll stick with blue.

[OffbeatDesign]

http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk146/offbeatdesign/IslandExpressions8b.gif

[OffbeatDesign]

http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk146/offbeatdesign/IslandExpressions9.gif

[Gloria Bell]

Offbeat. Still liking version 7 best. If I was to use the business card as noted in the first post and had the background as brown (what ever color brown is most suited with the colors used), and logo in brown. Would it be too dark?

[OffbeatDesign]

If you went that way I would recommend going with a blue and white on the brown, or you could do a light brown/tan, but the exact color would depend on the background color you wanted to use.

All files you receive are completely editable, so changing colors for different applications is not a problem.

http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk146/offbeatdesign/IslandExpressions10.gif

[Gloria Bell]

ok. So if need be I can change the colors to suit whatever I am working on? in what program? PS

[OffbeatDesign]

You can change bitmap files (PSD, JPEG...) in Photoshop. Vector files (EPS, PDF) can be changed in Illustrator.

[Gloria Bell]

do files come in psd and eps? Sorry for the ignorance in this respect.

[OffbeatDesign]

No problem. Yes, you get EPS, PDF, PSD, JPEG, and any other file format requested. Thanks.

[glyphica]

:)

[OffbeatDesign]

http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk146/offbeatdesign/IslandExpressions11.gif

[OffbeatDesign]

http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk146/offbeatdesign/IslandExpressions12.gif

[Gloria Bell]

glyphica. Like the circle. I'm trying to go less long in the logo and name and more square-ish. Can I see what it would like like over the font and maybe another set of fonts as well? Less scripty?

Thanks.

[Gloria Bell]

Offbeat. version 4 with blue background in version 7? I'm really perplexed bewteen the baroque pattern and the [ie]. Any thoughts?

[OffbeatDesign]

http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk146/offbeatdesign/IslandExpressions13.gif

[OffbeatDesign]

You have to go with what you think best represents you. Personally, I like the "ie".

http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk146/offbeatdesign/IslandExpressions14.gif

[glyphica]

:)

[OffbeatDesign]

http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk146/offbeatdesign/IslandExpressions15.gif

[Gloria Bell]

Offbeat...version 14 - one last try with this design. Can I see what white lettering and brown baroque'y symbol are like? Love the font with this design and the [ie] design is near perfect
(version 7). Which is a better all around logo?

[OffbeatDesign]

Here you go. I personally prefer the [ie] logo. There's no reason you can't use a baroque style pattern on your website or identity materials in addition to the [ie], that way you get the best of both. The [ie] is also a stronger icon to use as a watermark on your photos that's easily associated with your trade name.

http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk146/offbeatdesign/IslandExpressions16.gif

[Gloria Bell]

I supose my concern now is making everything come together in packaging. Find the best overall solution. I agree [ie] is stronger and more unique. I don't watermark my photos. Hmmm internal conflict...

[Gloria Bell]

If I'm looking for a business card design after the logo, where would I post that?

[Gloria Bell]

I'm not 100% on either,now that it has sit with me for a few days. Can you try a different symbol/ornament with you last post offbeat? Thanks.

G.

[OffbeatDesign]

http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk146/offbeatdesign/IslandExpressions17.gif

[OffbeatDesign]

http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk146/offbeatdesign/IslandExpressions18.gif

[OffbeatDesign]

http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk146/offbeatdesign/IslandExpressions19.gif

[Gloria Bell]

Version 17 and 19 are no's. Do you have any stock that is more of a Damask pattern? thanks!!

[OffbeatDesign]

http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk146/offbeatdesign/IslandExpressions20.gif

[OffbeatDesign]

http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk146/offbeatdesign/IslandExpressions21.gif

[Gloria Bell]

I like version 20 - however island is spelled incorrectly. Just a heads up there...

[OffbeatDesign]

Sorry about that. Refresh the page and it should be corrected above.

[Gloria Bell]

you're wonderful. Thanks.
Loving version 20. I'll look at it off an on throughout the day and report back later this afternoon/evening.

G.

[Gloria Bell]

I'd like to finalize my choice and select Offbeat as a designer...and yes [ie] is my choice. Really, great work Jeff.

[OffbeatDesign]

Files sent via private message. Thanks!

[Paula23]

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