Need opinions on Album (UPDATED with pics on 2nd page as per suggestions)

Original post by PeteysBride

Jul 02, 2008 09:03 AM

I started our day after album layout and I'm finally settling on a style signature of my own which is exciting. I tend to like simpler layouts with a little bit of Photoshop work but not too much and i stay away from busy layouts because it gives me a headache if too much is going on.

I want a classic timeless look with a modern edge but I don't want it to be boring. So i want to post a few and get opinions. TIA girls.

ETA: Updated with pics down below. They were too big so had to resize.

PeteysBride Posted: Jul 02, 2008 09:49 AM

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Posted by SusiBtoM

HOT DANG !

You guys look GOOD !

LOL Thanks Susi. We clean up well from time to time.

Posted by HamptonsBride

i think they are perfect!!!!

Thanks Kath! You know from you I take that seriously since you're an artist too. Sometimes we get overcritical of ourselves so need fresh eyes.

HamptonsBride Posted: Jul 02, 2008 09:51 AM

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Posted by PeteysBride

Thanks Kath! You know from you I take that seriously since you're an artist too. Sometimes we get overcritical of ourselves so need fresh eyes.

you will always be your own worst critic! I know i am!

Cpt2007 Posted: Jul 02, 2008 09:53 AM

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LOVE IT!

MrsQ-in2007 Posted: Jul 02, 2008 09:54 AM

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Posted by PeteysBride

Jenn, I think they look FABULOUS!!! Seriously, you have a great talent! This spread is my ABSOLUTE favorite! I just love how it's designed and the slight PS effect with the fading and then the words...

The others are fab too - not overly simple, but not overdone either.

MrsQ-in2007 Posted: Jul 02, 2008 09:56 AM

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Ooh, you mentioned that the last two may be too similar and I hadn't noticed it at first, but they are... what about changing the last one (leave the 2nd to last one ALONE please!!!!!) and put the pic of you two on the right and then do the 3 smaller pics on the left - basically the opposite of the 2nd to last layout? Just to change it up a bit.

When are you helping me with mine?????????????????????

lillprincess54 Posted: Jul 02, 2008 09:56 AM

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Jenn, i SO LOVE your work, its amazing i cant wait to do my day after so you can do my album

PeteysBride Posted: Jul 02, 2008 09:58 AM

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Posted by MrsQ-in2007

Ooh, you mentioned that the last two may be too similar and I hadn't noticed it at first, but they are... what about changing the last one (leave the 2nd to last one ALONE please!!!!!) and put the pic of you two on the right and then do the 3 smaller pics on the left - basically the opposite of the 2nd to last layout? Just to change it up a bit.

When are you helping me with mine?????????????????????

Hmm thats an Idea. I can easily switch it. That might make it look a little different.

LOL when you say 'Jenn heifer come he,p me!' that's when.

bonitachyc Posted: Jul 02, 2008 09:59 AM

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i looooooove this one...

I love your design style sweetie, you're a pro

the only suggestion i might have (and it's not even design suggestion it's picture placement suggestion) is make this particular page Pete - couple - Jenn, instead of couple - couple - Jenn. Just to even it out, ya know? but again, you're the pro!

make sure to post the final edit!! you should do this for a living!!!

PeteysBride Posted: Jul 02, 2008 10:04 AM

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Posted by bonitachyc

i looooooove this one...

I love your design style sweetie, you're a pro

the only suggestion i might have (and it's not even design suggestion it's picture placement suggestion) is make this particular page Pete - couple - Jenn, instead of couple - couple - Jenn. Just to even it out, ya know? but again, you're the pro!

make sure to post the final edit!! you should do this for a living!!!

Hmm ok so we'd remove the pic of us on the left and do one of pete then another oen of em thats not a repeat of the bench shot right? I like that--then it looks liek we're looking at one another. I have to go through our shots. Thanks Lupita!

I try...keeps me busy.Send me your pics and I'll do yours. Buddies with babies on board discount

bonitachyc Posted: Jul 02, 2008 10:05 AM

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Posted by PeteysBride
I try...keeps me busy.Send me your pics and I'll do yours. Buddies with babies on board discount

you kill me!!!

MrsQ-in2007 Posted: Jul 02, 2008 10:08 AM

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Posted by PeteysBride

Posted by bonitachyc

i looooooove this one...

I love your design style sweetie, you're a pro

the only suggestion i might have (and it's not even design suggestion it's picture placement suggestion) is make this particular page Pete - couple - Jenn, instead of couple - couple - Jenn. Just to even it out, ya know? but again, you're the pro!

make sure to post the final edit!! you should do this for a living!!!

Hmm ok so we'd remove the pic of us on the left and do one of pete then another oen of em thats not a repeat of the bench shot right? I like that--then it looks liek we're looking at one another. I have to go through our shots. Thanks Lupita!

I try...keeps me busy.Send me your pics and I'll do yours. Buddies with babies on board discount

I was going to suggest this - but also, change the pic on the right of you to one that's not a closeup of the same pic like others suggested.

So a pic of Pete, Couple pic center, a pic of Jenn.

I think that would look GREAT!

amytee Posted: Jul 02, 2008 10:34 AM

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It's beautiful! U are so talented!

knm1204 Posted: Jul 02, 2008 10:59 AM

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These layouts are amazing. But you already know I love your work. haha.

PeteysBride Posted: Jul 02, 2008 11:20 AM

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haha I winder WHY kristen lol. Thanks!

acsm Posted: Jul 02, 2008 11:23 AM

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looks great!!!

to what ant n tilde said..

maybe you can include solo shots of you guys taken around the same location if you have..

but you are the pro.. i cant even figure out what pics to pick for my album!! and our one yr is quickly approaching!!

great job!!! love the clean cut look..

jtgarsik Posted: Jul 02, 2008 11:42 AM

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Jenn I absolutely LOOOVE it!!! it's beautiful & u guys look fab!

jtgarsik Posted: Jul 02, 2008 11:42 AM

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Posted by bonitachyc

i looooooove this one...

I love your design style sweetie, you're a pro

the only suggestion i might have (and it's not even design suggestion it's picture placement suggestion) is make this particular page Pete - couple - Jenn, instead of couple - couple - Jenn. Just to even it out, ya know? but again, you're the pro!

make sure to post the final edit!! you should do this for a living!!!

agreed

PeteysBride Posted: Jul 02, 2008 11:48 AM

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Posted by jtgarsik

Posted by bonitachyc

i looooooove this one...

I love your design style sweetie, you're a pro

the only suggestion i might have (and it's not even design suggestion it's picture placement suggestion) is make this particular page Pete - couple - Jenn, instead of couple - couple - Jenn. Just to even it out, ya know? but again, you're the pro!

make sure to post the final edit!! you should do this for a living!!!

agreed

aww thanks girls. I would love to do. I help out when I can but because I dont have an ART BA no big sompanies will hire me so I need to work on my own. Stinks!