Comments on: 10 things to expect from your designer

By: Miguel Bonachea

Miguel Bonachea — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 21:03:04 +0000

Thanks alot for the feedback! I agree that my logo needs alot if work. I will probably do away with the reflection and add the rest of the studio name. being a business major myself I know more about marketing than design. I want to focus on running the business and hire professional designers to deliver the service. my current portfolio is just a stand in while I build the business model. This list will definately help me find good team members for my agency!

By: David Airey

David Airey — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 20:35:30 +0000

Hi Miguel,

Quick note, when I first saw your logo I read “Puma”, not “Pluma”. Your own logo is the first to appear in your portfolio. It’d be more appropriate if you show a strong client project.

Good luck, and thanks for the comment.

By: Miguel Bonachea

Miguel Bonachea — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 05:31:20 +0000

As a new graphic designer and entrepreneur, I am glad to have stumbled upon this post! The information is very relevant to anyone starting their own design studio or customers looking for a good designer. I am currently building my own portfolio and would love to get some feedback from you!

Thanks for the brilliant post!

By: Ovi Dogar

Ovi Dogar — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 07:35:10 +0000

Hey David,

I really enjoyed reading your post, so keep up the great work! ;)

Ovi Dogar

By: Samara

Samara — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 21:53:51 +0000

i loved ur work , i’m a graphic design myself :D a new graduate student. And i’m searching for new ideas and how to begin with my portfolio. Nice work and keep up the good work :D. take care

By: David Airey

David Airey — Sat, 11 Apr 2009 14:26:09 +0000

Very true, Scott. Researching and understanding who the company is communicating with is key, and could be placed under the ‘attention to detail’ heading.

By: Scott

Scott — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 21:08:48 +0000

I did not see anything about target market. I think a great logo designer must have the big 10 listed above but must also show a strong understanding of the clients target market. A super cool logo that is not connecting the client to their market is just design for designs sake.

By: Diana Tojin

Diana Tojin — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 08:41:59 +0000

Your article… WOW!

I love to read this type of articles! I’m a designer on the rise .oO I’m 21 and i’m starting my own design company. I’m looking for information to make a better company! XD Thanx!

By: David Airey

David Airey — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 08:27:45 +0000

You’re more than welcome, Nate! It was a pleasure working with you, and I’m also very happy with the result.

By: Nate

Nate — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 00:52:51 +0000

David, great post. It really helped me choose the right logo designer. :)