There are steps (or 'processes') for most projects to ensure that everything is run smoothly from start to finish without surprises and delivered on schedule.
Learn more about these steps depending on the type of project by selecting from the topics below:
Some basic information needed from you when designing a logo:
For example:
I like a modern, classic, or other style. I like a particular colour. I'll be using it for business cards and letterheads only. I'll also be using it for outdoor signage or t-shirts.As a rule of thumb, always supply as much information available in your brief, together with examples of designs/projects you like (or don't like) if you can.
Based on your brief, I'll do some sketches and email them to you to see if we are heading the right way. I'll then present you with some new options based on your feedback.
The design of the stationery (letterhead, business cards, etc) normally start right after the logo design has been approved.
Collect all the material needed first and make sure you will not need to change it once the artwork is finalised. Doing so may incur additional costs that could have been avoided.
For example:
Text: Proof read your text before supplying it and keep an eye for spelling mistakes or wrong contact details. Images to be used: These need to be hi-resolution images so that they do not become pixelated when ptrinted. To find out more about hi-resolution images, visit my FAQs > Terminlogy page. Logos to be used. Specifications from the printer about how they want the artwork to be set. In the case of advertisements (ads), exact measurement of the ad and deadline for arwork submission.Based on your brief, I'll then put together a couple of concepts, from which we can refine details until you are happy with the end product.
Collect all the material needed first and make sure you will not need to change it once the artwork is finalised. Doing so may incur additional costs that could have been avoided.
For example:
Text: Proof read your text before supplying it and keep an eye for spelling mistakes or wrong contact details. Images to be used: These need to be hi-resolution images so that they do not become pixelated when ptrinted. To find out more about hi-resolution images, visit my FAQs > Terminlogy page. Logos to be used. Specifications from the printer about how they want the artwork to be set. In the case of reports, quantity of tables and graphs required.Based on your brief, I'll then put together a couple of concepts for the cover and section dividers (if requied) from which we can refine details until you are happy. Afterwards, I'll design the inside spreads to match, together with styles that will be applied to the headings and body text.
Once the inside spread concept is approved, the rest of the document can be set and finalised.
It is always best to have as much content (text and images) ready before starting a web design project.
Elements to consider before starting the project:
Who is the target market? Which device are they more likely to use for checking the website? How will they be searching for my business? What ketwords/keyphrases do I need? Who will be updating the website? How many pages do I need?Based on your brief, I'll start by creating a diagram of the navigation for the website and create a mock up which will be an image only at this stage (no interactive elements)
Once you are happy with the layout I'll code the pages and send you a link where you can check a test site. After the test site has been checked and approved, the website can go live.
Important note: Given the vast array of devices, monitors, browsers and different operating systems, it is nearly impossible to have the website display/behave exactly the same in every device.
What I would need to know:
What style of illustration you would like. It is best if you can show me some examples of the style you are after. How is it going to be used? (print, web, signage, etc) Will there be spin-offs? (additional illustrations in the same style)Based on the above information, I'll sketch a few ideas and show them to you before going too far and make sure we are heading the right way. Once you are happy with these I'll proceed to finalise the illustration.
