Designs by Taz: Identity and branding design for photographers

A plus L Modern Branding for Photographers

Taslim — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 22:33:58 +0000

I can’t believe its already SPRING! Though I can’t say I’m sad to see Winter go – Spring means fun colors, leaving the windows open while I work (and listening to the birdies in my bushes), and lots of light in my office.

Allow me to introduce you to one of the designs I worked on this winter for cool photographer couple Adam & Laura Queen of A + L Photo. I really dig the arrow icon I created for them and love how its integrated in the design for a ‘little something’ while still keeping the overall look very clean and modern. And its always refreshing to work with a client who isn’t afraid of a pop of bright yellow! I also created a complimentary business card for them with graphic and bold stripes to echo the lines in the tail of the arrow – a great brand design for modern, playful, yet genuine look.

Thanks Adam & Laura – enjoy your new look – you rock!

New Holiday Templates Available

Taslim — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 19:57:49 +0000

Well folks, its that time of year again! As we say goodbye to Summer its time to look forward to a season busy with clients and preparing for the holidays. I’ve come out with two new holiday card template collections this year – Deck the Halls and Hipster Holiday. Both collections feature the modern and fresh designs you have come to love from me with some fun punches of color sure to please! And of course, the templates are fully layered PSD files so you can customize the text and colors on each design depending on your client’s needs.

Each template set includes eight double sided 5×7 card templates (that’s 16 files in all). Files are optimized for press printing thru WHCC, but can be easily modified for use with other printers.

Let me show off the goodies! First is Deck the Halls…

And then we have bold sister Hipster Holiday

Both of these are available in the store. You may have noticed things are looking a bit different around here – trying to add all my current products (and many new ones) into the shop! If anything from previous posts tickles your fancy, just drop me a note and I’d be happy to hook you up if it isn’t upload yet!

Logo and Pattern Design | Realities Photography

Taslim — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 17:04:15 +0000

This design is one of my favorites from last year. A playful and modern logo design paired with a fun and functional pattern, what’s not to love? And Jill was sweet enough to send me some printed samples so I have a few photos to share with you too! Jill from Realities Photography wanted to update her design, and told me a bit about how she wants clients for life – photographing their engagement, wedding, and their families as they grow. Going over the concepts Jill selected this heart design and I expanded upon that to come up with the adorable pattern she uses throughout her branding. We used a very subtle pink, which can easily be dropped for a sleek grey + white look.

So now for the goods! The logo design and a swatch of the pattern in digital form.

I also designed business cards to go along with the look which Jill had letterpress printed. YUM! Its hard to appreciate in the photos but this stock is so luxe and thick!

Thanks Jill, loved working with you! :)

FREE 5×7 Valentine’s Template!

Taslim — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 16:57:16 +0000

Just because I love you guys, (and couldn’t wait to create a design using an ‘ikat’ inspired print) I’m giving away a FREE template for Valentine’s Day (or any other day, the text is layered so you can change it). Just hop on over to the Designs by Taz Facebook Page, ‘like’ our page, and download the goods (see the FREE for Fans tab)! This is for a limited time, so don’t miss out :)

Isn’t it so cute?? I’m currently obsessed with red and aqua together, what an awesome combo.

PS. The details on the card – 5×7 formatted for WHCC press printing, but compatible with a variety of labs. Enjoy!

Update – this limited design is now gone, but stay tuned for future freebies :)

Clean and Simple Logo Design for Photographers | Sarah Duckworth

Taslim — Sat, 20 Nov 2010 13:00:38 +0000

Sometimes, clean and simple is best. A set of hand-drawn initials in a pop of orange work perfectly for Sarah Duckworth Photography. Looks awesome on her white website!

Modern and Urban Logo | Stephen Seebeck Photography

Taslim — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 13:15:25 +0000

If this logo were a room, it would be a high end converted loft with soaring ceilings and beautiful modern furniture. I loved creating this logo and sorta wish I could steal it for myself (of course the whole lack of e’s in my name might be a bit of a problem). This look is strong, clean and masculine, but still very approachable. And the color way is nice and vibrant. Perfect for Stephen and his studio, I especially love his commercial work!

I created the full KnC package for Stephen: Logo design, letterhead, double sided business card, envelope, notecard, sticker design and favicon (though only a few items are pictured here).

A Mid-century Modern Logo Design | KD Loftis

Taslim — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 13:00:45 +0000

I love when clients come to me and know who they are, and Kelley from k|d loftis photography knew she wanted something mid-century modern and sent me awesome inspiration. I set to work and she ended up loving this colorful Eames-inspired graphic. I created the logo, business card, pattern design, and seamless tile for their website. Check out their site, everything looks flawlessly branded!

Lindsay K | Custom Logo Design

Taslim — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 15:21:29 +0000

Its been such a long time since I’ve shared some of the projects I’ve been working on! I’ve been very busy (thank you clients) and have tons to share! A few designs that I’ve completed over the next few days -some of these from over the summer (oops!).

Get ready to rock 2011 with a custom designed logo and brand of your own – contact me (link above) for more info.

Modern squared look for Lindsay K Photography with a playful use of ‘l’ and ‘k’ to create a ‘K’. I created Lindsay’s logo and playing off the rounded block in her mark I also created her letterhead, business card, sticker, and a set of blog header slides.

2010 Holiday Designs Are Here!

Taslim — Tue, 28 Sep 2010 10:59:32 +0000

24 new designs in 4 collections – same fresh and modern style you’ve come to love from me :)

Sets are $55 and include 12 files -6 front & back designs – perfect for press printed cards. Files are made according to WHCC’s press printed guides for 5×7 cards, though you may use the lab of your choice. All colors and text can be changed. Fonts are used as a suggestion, and are not included, but if you don’t need to change the greeting, you won’t need the font.

Want them all? Purchase the 2010 holiday collection and save $40! Come visit the shop!

I’m Back!

Taslim — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 13:48:08 +0000

I’m back from vacation and ready to get designing! I have a few thousand emails to go through (ha!), but I hope to answer all inquires within 24 hours. If you emailed me over the past few weeks and I have not responded by tomorrow, please email me again!

I will be working on all open projects starting today, and will start July concepts as planned. I’m currently accepting new clients for August and beyond. Thank you!