My Cards
Just found this thread and thought I would share what I use to hand out.
These are 4x6 and everyone always asks "I can keep this?". Nothing like handing out a photo to have people remember you.
My card from 15 years ago. card.jpg
Hand drawn old school card with raised printing. The original had a white background and my old phone number at the lower left. On many I colored in the pencil by hand. I actually registered the copyright. I'm working on one for my dphotography.
and this is what I'm working on for my new batch (there will be no border...it's going to bleed off and this is just the template without cropping):
I'm wanting a little more eye catching and memorable, but still simple. Any opinions? I also have to add the BBB logo, but I'm not sure that I want that on the front...on the back maybe? If I put that on the back, should I put all the text on the back and just have the image on the front?
For printers, I have used VistaPrint.com for my promotional items and they have always done a great job for me with great prices.
I have several diffrent ards. each card has a diffrent photo from my site on one site and the other clearly written out in black text my name and various other info. I'll scan one up and place it here for people to see.
Brian Larter
brianlarter.com
aperturestudios.ca
weapon of choice: Canon 40D
BG-E2 Battery Grip
50mm f/1.8 MK 1
28-135mm IS USM f/3.5-5.6
17-40mm L USM f/4.0
business card...and other questions for Sam
Hi Sam,
Have started just reading through older threads...just to pick up any info I can....came across your business card....I love it!!!! As soon as I can figure it out, will show you mine.
I'm still not able to upload any photos. I read through the threads where it tells you how...but the darn thing stops at "if your file is too big make it smaller." HOW DO I MAKE IT SMALLER!!!!!!! I'm getting so friggin' frustrated, I simply walked away from it.
I read in one of the threads you can link it from your site and not worry about size....uh.. .well it falied due to size. Let me first say, I always shoot at the highest quality when taking pics. When I'm done with them in photoshop I save them at the highest. I'm just concerned about clarity, I guess. And get this...no one has ever ordered anything larger than a 16x20. But, damn was it clear!:):
I downloaded a program called Irfvanview so, my kids can upload photos to their myspace website. (I'm careful about that...even created my own myspace page to be able to check on theirs )
Anway...have not even figured that damn thing out....have no idea how I got my pic up here...oh wait, it doesn't show cuz I don't have a small enough size to upload an avatar(it only shows on my info page)....and what the heck does avatar mean
BTW....got my new toy yesterday...bought the Canon 20D, Sigma (just could not spend 1600.00 right now on a lens alone!) 70-200 f2.8 lens and a variety of other things...
Okay...I'm off...well we know I'm off...kid has a dentist appt.
Hope to hear from you
Mandi www.mandraleephotography.com
Wow! Some great cards here, and I can really see the individual styles. Here is my ah...since i'm not in business, call it a contact card. My volume and use is such, that I just print them 8 up from PhotoShop as needed.
That's all I can say after viewing these great cards. After looking at your cards my orginal one started looking prety sad, so, with your modivation, I set out to improve on it.
Remember I don't have a business, so it's just an informal contact card.
and this is what I'm working on for my new batch (there will be no border...it's going to bleed off and this is just the template without cropping):
I'm wanting a little more eye catching and memorable, but still simple. Any opinions? I also have to add the BBB logo, but I'm not sure that I want that on the front...on the back maybe? If I put that on the back, should I put all the text on the back and just have the image on the front?
For printers, I have used VistaPrint.com for my promotional items and they have always done a great job for me with great prices.
I use...
I use Vista print and love them! I just recently got the e-business card...so I'm able to attach it to every email I send out.
Mandi www.mandraleephotography.com
and this is what I'm working on for my new batch (there will be no border...it's going to bleed off and this is just the template without cropping):
I'm wanting a little more eye catching and memorable, but still simple. Any opinions? I also have to add the BBB logo, but I'm not sure that I want that on the front...on the back maybe? If I put that on the back, should I put all the text on the back and just have the image on the front?
For printers, I have used VistaPrint.com for my promotional items and they have always done a great job for me with great prices.
Very nice card ...really like it........Is that the E-card from Vista Print?
Yes, it is and it only cost 1.99 with my last order.
The story behind this shot is cute...wanna hear it?
Hey, your the one who sent the message! Thank you...I replied to it...was able to get this up the way I explained to you in the email...simply by clicking the browse button. Blew me away that it was actually there...
I've not been able to post other's but, will try it the way you explained...
Mandi
Very nice card ...really like it........Is that the E-card from Vista Print?
just went to your site. You do AWESOME WORK!!!!!!!!!
I love the tree shots especially...very very nice!!! I'm sending someone to your site who loves this kind of photography...
Mandi
Hi Sam,
Have started just reading through older threads...just to pick up any info I can....came across your business card....I love it!!!! As soon as I can figure it out, will show you mine.
I'm still not able to upload any photos. I read through the threads where it tells you how...but the darn thing stops at "if your file is too big make it smaller." HOW DO I MAKE IT SMALLER!!!!!!! I'm getting so friggin' frustrated, I simply walked away from it.
I read in one of the threads you can link it from your site and not worry about size....uh.. .well it falied due to size. Let me first say, I always shoot at the highest quality when taking pics. When I'm done with them in photoshop I save them at the highest. I'm just concerned about clarity, I guess. And get this...no one has ever ordered anything larger than a 16x20. But, damn was it clear!:):
I downloaded a program called Irfvanview so, my kids can upload photos to their myspace website. (I'm careful about that...even created my own myspace page to be able to check on theirs )
Anway...have not even figured that damn thing out....have no idea how I got my pic up here...oh wait, it doesn't show cuz I don't have a small enough size to upload an avatar(it only shows on my info page)....and what the heck does avatar mean
BTW....got my new toy yesterday...bought the Canon 20D, Sigma (just could not spend 1600.00 right now on a lens alone!) 70-200 f2.8 lens and a variety of other things...
Okay...I'm off...well we know I'm off...kid has a dentist appt.
Hope to hear from you
Mandi www.mandraleephotography.com
Mandi,
I am glad you like my card. Thanks!
While I can't help you with linking your photo from Smugmug (I don't have any kind of online site) I can tell you how I prepare my images on my computer to upload to D-Grin.
I use photoshop, but I think most other image programs can do this.
1. Convert to sRGB color space.
2. Change ppi to 72 ppi.
3. Change longest side of image to 800 ppi.
4. Add a little more sharpening, and maybe contrast to help make the small image online look more like the original.
5. Save as jpg. Use whatever compression level is needed to keep the image at about 120k or under.
To print an image you like to have a hi res file (say 300 ppi) but to view on a computer you won't see a difference between 72 ppi, and 300 ppi.
While I can't help you with linking your photo from Smugmug (I don't have any kind of online site) I can tell you how I prepare my images on my computer to upload to D-Grin.
I use photoshop, but I think most other image programs can do this.
1. Convert to sRGB color space.
2. Change ppi to 72 ppi.
3. Change longest side of image to 800 ppi.
4. Add a little more sharpening, and maybe contrast to help make the small image online look more like the original.
5. Save as jpg. Use whatever compression level is needed to keep the image at about 120k or under.
To print an image you like to have a hi res file (say 300 ppi) but to view on a computer you won't see a difference between 72 ppi, and 300 ppi.
Let me know if this helps at all.
Sam
Thank you, Sam ...will try this...just posted in another thread asking how to do this...hadn't seen your reply yet...I'll go try...
Mandi
AWESOME shot!!!!!! I'd maybe not diffuse the photo so much. It is so awesome...I get my business cards at Vistaprint and they are very reasonable! With my last order they gave me an e-business card for 1.99.
I attach it to all my emails now. It's great.
For your first try at a card this rocks!!!
Mandi www.mandraleephotography.com
and this is what I'm working on for my new batch (there will be no border...it's going to bleed off and this is just the template without cropping):
I'm wanting a little more eye catching and memorable, but still simple. Any opinions?
Thanks!
Hi Laurie,
I just saw your post, but just wanted to suggest (IMHO, as well as my hubbie's) that the picture for this card is a bit too eerie - reminds me of "Chuckie" (that doll from one of the horror flicks) and my hubbie thought that the looks on their faces was too blank. I don't want to be overly critical, but thought you should know the 1st, gut reaction to this card.
Tristan - This is a very nice example of how a photo with a strong enough graphic element can really add to the design quality of the business card.
A great re-working of the image and layout. I just love the way the elliptical shape of the track swings around the card, off the edge and then comes back on! Very nice.
I also like that the text doesn't overlap the picture. Not all photos provide natural white space - this one does and then opens up that space for your URL. Another nice aspect to this card.
Any suggestions regarding this business card?
Hi all!
This is my first posting here on DGrin. I am in the process of composing a new business card tied in with my Smugmug site. Any suggestions/comments/criticism would be greatly appreciated. (These two images were taken in Central Park, NY.)
Hi David,
Yes, that is the full image of a proposed 4"x6" "postcard" business card...may also print it as a normal sized business card. Not exactly sure what you mean about the placement aspect. I, obviously, took the same picture in Central Park in Winter and Fall. There was a somewhat homeless person (whom I meet every time I go there, and have become acquainted with) sleeping in the exact spot I usually use, so I could not use the same precise location. I attempted to compensate in PS. The statue in the far distance serves as the "center" while the flower pot is slightly off to the right. I thought the trees framing the distant view provided a good visual frame of reference. Perhaps the "low" you refer to is due to the fact I cropped out some of the foreground so the two images could fit.
Hi David,
Yes, that is the full image of a proposed 4"x6" "postcard" business card...may also print it as a normal sized business card. Not exactly sure what you mean about the placement aspect. I, obviously, took the same picture in Central Park in Winter and Fall. There was a somewhat homeless person (whom I meet every time I go there, and have become acquainted with) sleeping in the exact spot I usually use, so I could not use the same precise location. I attempted to compensate in PS. The statue in the far distance serves as the "center" while the flower pot is slightly off to the right. I thought the trees framing the distant view provided a good visual frame of reference. Perhaps the "low" you refer to is due to the fact I cropped out some of the foreground so the two images could fit.
What I'm saying is that nothing lines up centered. The text is offset to the right, and the images are as well. That would be fine, if they lined up with something. Basically, everything should line up with something, IMO.
Hey David,
No, I don't mind your helpful observations at all and really appreciate them. I'm going to try out some of your suggestions and will post the results when completed. Thanks again.
Karl
Comments
Just found this thread and thought I would share what I use to hand out.
These are 4x6 and everyone always asks "I can keep this?". Nothing like handing out a photo to have people remember you.
and 1 for the motorcycle racers (newer version)
Steve Gould
www.gouldphoto.com
card.jpg
Hand drawn old school card with raised printing. The original had a white background and my old phone number at the lower left. On many I colored in the pencil by hand. I actually registered the copyright. I'm working on one for my dphotography.
Alkhemist
www.alkhemist.smugmug.com
"Photography is a medium of formidable contradictions. It is ridiculously easy and almost impossibly difficult." Edward Steichen
and this is what I'm working on for my new batch (there will be no border...it's going to bleed off and this is just the template without cropping):
I'm wanting a little more eye catching and memorable, but still simple. Any opinions? I also have to add the BBB logo, but I'm not sure that I want that on the front...on the back maybe? If I put that on the back, should I put all the text on the back and just have the image on the front?
For printers, I have used VistaPrint.com for my promotional items and they have always done a great job for me with great prices.
Thanks!
www.PhotoByLaurie.com
brianlarter.com
aperturestudios.ca
weapon of choice: Canon 40D
BG-E2 Battery Grip
50mm f/1.8 MK 1
28-135mm IS USM f/3.5-5.6
17-40mm L USM f/4.0
Hi Sam,
Have started just reading through older threads...just to pick up any info I can....came across your business card....I love it!!!! As soon as I can figure it out, will show you mine.
I'm still not able to upload any photos. I read through the threads where it tells you how...but the darn thing stops at "if your file is too big make it smaller." HOW DO I MAKE IT SMALLER!!!!!!! I'm getting so friggin' frustrated, I simply walked away from it.
I read in one of the threads you can link it from your site and not worry about size....uh..
I downloaded a program called Irfvanview so, my kids can upload photos to their myspace website. (I'm careful about that...even created my own myspace page to be able to check on theirs
Anway...have not even figured that damn thing out....have no idea how I got my pic up here...oh wait, it doesn't show cuz I don't have a small enough size to upload an avatar(it only shows on my info page)....and what the heck does avatar mean
BTW....got my new toy yesterday...bought the Canon 20D, Sigma (just could not spend 1600.00 right now on a lens alone!) 70-200 f2.8 lens and a variety of other things...
Okay...I'm off...well we know I'm off...kid has a dentist appt.
Hope to hear from you
Mandi
www.mandraleephotography.com
www.mandraleephotography.com
Life is a compromise of what your ego wants to do, what experience tells you to do, and what your nerves let you do.
Mandi
www.mandraleephotography.com
Life is a compromise of what your ego wants to do, what experience tells you to do, and what your nerves let you do.
I love these......how can I get mine up???
Mandi
www.mandraleephotography.com
Life is a compromise of what your ego wants to do, what experience tells you to do, and what your nerves let you do.
did it come up???
www.mandraleephotography.com
Life is a compromise of what your ego wants to do, what experience tells you to do, and what your nerves let you do.
I use Vista print and love them! I just recently got the e-business card...so I'm able to attach it to every email I send out.
Mandi
www.mandraleephotography.com
www.mandraleephotography.com
Life is a compromise of what your ego wants to do, what experience tells you to do, and what your nerves let you do.
Yes, it is and it only cost 1.99 with my last order.
The story behind this shot is cute...wanna hear it?
Hey, your the one who sent the message! Thank you...I replied to it...was able to get this up the way I explained to you in the email...simply by clicking the browse button. Blew me away that it was actually there...
I've not been able to post other's but, will try it the way you explained...
Mandi
www.mandraleephotography.com
Life is a compromise of what your ego wants to do, what experience tells you to do, and what your nerves let you do.
I love the tree shots especially...very very nice!!! I'm sending someone to your site who loves this kind of photography...
Mandi
www.mandraleephotography.com
Life is a compromise of what your ego wants to do, what experience tells you to do, and what your nerves let you do.
Mandi,
I am glad you like my card. Thanks!
While I can't help you with linking your photo from Smugmug (I don't have any kind of online site) I can tell you how I prepare my images on my computer to upload to D-Grin.
I use photoshop, but I think most other image programs can do this.
1. Convert to sRGB color space.
2. Change ppi to 72 ppi.
3. Change longest side of image to 800 ppi.
4. Add a little more sharpening, and maybe contrast to help make the small image online look more like the original.
5. Save as jpg. Use whatever compression level is needed to keep the image at about 120k or under.
To print an image you like to have a hi res file (say 300 ppi) but to view on a computer you won't see a difference between 72 ppi, and 300 ppi.
Let me know if this helps at all.
Sam
Here's my humble little two sided card.
Master Of Sushi Noms
Amateur CSS Dork
I hadn't noticed this before either.
Well another "designed without a clue" *card*
Did this as a 4X6 for a tournament I shot...
I did it with borders so the text wasn't so jammed up at the top. (If they couldn't figure it out, then they couldn't buy the pics anyway).
I like it!
My website | NANPA Member
Mandi
www.mandraleephotography.com
Life is a compromise of what your ego wants to do, what experience tells you to do, and what your nerves let you do.
tristansphotography.com (motorsports)
Canon 20D | 10-22 | 17-85 IS | 50/1.4 | 70-300 IS | 100/2.8 macro
Sony F717 | Hoya R72
I attach it to all my emails now. It's great.
For your first try at a card this rocks!!!
Mandi
www.mandraleephotography.com
www.mandraleephotography.com
Life is a compromise of what your ego wants to do, what experience tells you to do, and what your nerves let you do.
Front:
Back:
tristansphotography.com (motorsports)
Canon 20D | 10-22 | 17-85 IS | 50/1.4 | 70-300 IS | 100/2.8 macro
Sony F717 | Hoya R72
Hi Laurie,
I just saw your post, but just wanted to suggest (IMHO, as well as my hubbie's) that the picture for this card is a bit too eerie - reminds me of "Chuckie" (that doll from one of the horror flicks) and my hubbie thought that the looks on their faces was too blank. I don't want to be overly critical, but thought you should know the 1st, gut reaction to this card.
Good luck,
C.
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check out my (sports) pics: ColleenBonney.smugmug.com
*Thanks to Boolsacho for the avatar photo (from the dgrin portrait project)
Tristan - This is a very nice example of how a photo with a strong enough graphic element can really add to the design quality of the business card.
A great re-working of the image and layout. I just love the way the elliptical shape of the track swings around the card, off the edge and then comes back on! Very nice.
I also like that the text doesn't overlap the picture. Not all photos provide natural white space - this one does and then opens up that space for your URL. Another nice aspect to this card.
Mary
Hi all!
This is my first posting here on DGrin. I am in the process of composing a new business card tied in with my Smugmug site. Any suggestions/comments/criticism would be greatly appreciated. (These two images were taken in Central Park, NY.)
Is that the full image? Everything seems to be a bit right and low...
I like the idea, though!
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Yes, that is the full image of a proposed 4"x6" "postcard" business card...may also print it as a normal sized business card. Not exactly sure what you mean about the placement aspect. I, obviously, took the same picture in Central Park in Winter and Fall. There was a somewhat homeless person (whom I meet every time I go there, and have become acquainted with) sleeping in the exact spot I usually use, so I could not use the same precise location. I attempted to compensate in PS. The statue in the far distance serves as the "center" while the flower pot is slightly off to the right. I thought the trees framing the distant view provided a good visual frame of reference. Perhaps the "low" you refer to is due to the fact I cropped out some of the foreground so the two images could fit.
What I'm saying is that nothing lines up centered. The text is offset to the right, and the images are as well. That would be fine, if they lined up with something. Basically, everything should line up with something, IMO.
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By the way, I really like the images and the direction that your card is headed, hope you don't mind me chiming in like this.
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Again, it would take more design than I've done here.
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No, I don't mind your helpful observations at all and really appreciate them. I'm going to try out some of your suggestions and will post the results when completed. Thanks again.
Karl
Put this togeather today and ordered the first 100 today. I do plan to keep experimenting in the quest.