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Classy!
Posted by Yo Menashe | January 2, 2013 7:15 AM
Posted on January 2, 2013 07:15
Nice-looks like a high end resort hotel logo.
Posted by Steve M | January 2, 2013 7:43 AM
Posted on January 2, 2013 07:43
HRY YO, STEVE
Thanks for the good word. I like going for a dreamy, evocative look when the subject matter (sea travel) allows for ti..
Posted by John Cox | January 2, 2013 10:03 AM
Posted on January 2, 2013 10:03
I really like the illustration. The background, the fonts, & the embossed highlights/shadows are perfect. I feel a little bit of a disconnect with the emblem, though. The title makes me think of those old ocean liners, & my internal "expectations-o-meter" imagines a pattern that is more Nouveau than Deco--more opulent. Not a criticism--just a poorly worded observation.
Posted by Terwiliger | January 2, 2013 11:31 AM
Posted on January 2, 2013 11:31
Hey.T
Once again, I always respect a thoughtful analysis. I try to bend well-treaded approaches when comes to "period" pieces.
Posted by John Cox | January 2, 2013 11:36 AM
Posted on January 2, 2013 11:36
Or a very classy, exclusive restaurant menu cover in a fancy resort that would never see the likes of me.
It's exquisite. Nice work, John.
Posted by Dr. Bob | January 2, 2013 10:12 PM
Posted on January 2, 2013 22:12
As I mentioned in a post a couple of weeks ago. You're growing with your work...not that I'm anyone that matters. The shadows to make 3D are spectacular! Hope you're doing great! Bring it ON!
Posted by Cowboy | January 3, 2013 12:00 AM
Posted on January 3, 2013 00:00
HEY COWBOY
I find it invigorating trying to develop fresh visuals. I guess one can't help but pick up and define new ways of working if one produces daily.
Thanks for the kind word, y'all.
Posted by John Cox | January 3, 2013 12:25 AM
Posted on January 3, 2013 00:25