Pantone’s Picks for Fall

Pantone released their color report for men & women’s fashion this past week and there are some gorgeous colors in the mix! I am so glad to see Tangerine Tango is here to stay- I’ve been enjoying painting my nails in the bright retro shade with Essie polishes this summer.

Anyone of the bright and bold shades would look great paired with a neutral like french roast or titanium. I especially love the softer and sophisticated tones of rhapsody and rose smoke.

Some of my logo clients come to me with an idea of color in mind while some start with a blank slate- and thats OK! I’m always happy to suggest colors and different color combinations keeping in mind your clients and target market. I often ask clients check out a home improvement store to look at paint swatches or to collect inspirational color combos on a pinterest board- there are so many colors out there to explore.

I’ll be updating the blog from time to time with inspirational color combos- everything from classic black & white to trendy neons.

Thinking about refreshing your look? I am currently booking clients for September identity and brand design- drop me a note if you’d like more info!

Holiday Hours

Well, its that time of year again! I’ve been so busy this year that the holidays seemed to have snuck up on me. I will be closed December 24th-December 28th, and back answering emails and delivering design concepts on the 29th. I am making the trek up to Vermont to spend the holidays with my family, so I am making every effort to have project ends tied up by the 23rd, but some will be suspended until my return. Happy Holidays everyone!  

Mail Call

I was SO excited to get my mail today. For two reasons actually. First, I’ve been waiting for some document boxes I ordered from See Jane Work. I got a bunch of each style: art, letter, file & magazine holder in “grass” from the office basics line. The color is fantastically bright green and I can’t wait until I move into my new apartment and can put them to good use!

But the really great treat in today’s mail was a package from Elizabeth McCormick – with samples of all her new branding materials. Take a peak…doesn’t everything look just gorgeous! (and yes, that is one of my new green boxes).

If I’ve designed something for you and you’ve gotten it printed I would LOVE a hardcopy for my portfolio – just email me for my address.

Email Issues

It has come to my attention that some incoming emails are going missing. I have no idea why this is happening, but I can assure you, it is frustrating! PLEASE, if you use my contact page or email me and do not have a reply within 24 hours, please re-email me! I am normally good about getting back to people – but I can’t respond to an email I don’t see!

Thanks :)

Logo and Letterhead : Gina Geigley Photography

I’ve worked with Gina of Gina Geigley Photography before, and with her move to a new market on a new coast, she was ready for a new look. Gina had her heart set on using orange, and what we’ve come up with reflects the warm vibrancy of SoCal. Thanks Gina!

Logo etc : Lisa Slotsve Photography

A new logo and business card for Lisa Slotsve Photography. Check out the power of simplicity.

Template Tutorial

Yours truly showing you how fast and simple it is to use the Designs by Taz templates with clipping masks :) Please, send me an email or leave a comment if you have any questions- this was my first time trying to create a video tutorial – I’m sure I left something out!

Business Card: Pattison Photography

A new card to go along with the new Pattison Photography logo! I think these will be printed on plastic, can’t wait to see the final product!

Logo: Forever After Images

A new logo for Rosie at Forever After Images. The perfect blend of romance and class. Rosie is prepping her new blu site (I got a sneak peak) but for now you can check out her blog.

Logo : Fresh Sugar

A cool, clean look for Brandy over at Fresh Sugar Photography

Brandy has a new logo that works for both her sub-brands Fresh Sugar Kids and Fresh Sugar Style (seniors).

On a roll now…

Another look completed in 2008 – introducing a logo for Carol Sullivan Photography. Carol wanted to bring some fun color into her logo, polka dots, and mimic traditional photo filters. I’d say we accomplished that!

A New Logo for Pattison Photography

Launching a new logo for Bob and Tricia at Pattison Photography – I love the new color scheme they are going with, can’t wait to see their updated site :)

A Couple of New logos

Been hard at work lately finalizing some new logos. Launching a new logo for Lisa at Mashak Imaging and for Donna at Exposures of Life.

Thanks ladies!

New Logo for Angie

I created this new look for Angie over at Simplicity Photography. The scroll frame was inspired by a new victorian-esque pendent I recently bought. Just goes to show you there is inspiration in the everyday!

New store in the works

I’m working on installing an online shop for all my products so that you can pay online and download your products right then and there. Its been in the works for awhile now, just haven’t had the time to sit down and customize it. It is on my (very long) to do list though! Won’t that be cool?