Very beautiful designs! The way you have incorporated the heart symbol with the R and H is lovely and captures the romantic feeling I'd also like to portray. Do you think a tad more space between Roger and Hammons would work better? I'm trying to decide which color variation I like better. With the grey downward swoop, the H disappears a bit in #66 compared to #65 but I do like the extra color presence. Both are moving. Thanks so much! -- Roger
Thinking more about the color issue, the following idea occurs to me. In #65, what if the grey arc was mirrored on the right side, too? That is, the big continuous reverse-S loop is split into two pieces: the C-shaped lower part that combines with the other gold pieces to form a clearer H and the grey arc which helps form both the R shape and the heart shape. I'd look forward to seeing if that works or not.
I'll be turning in for the night and will try to update rankings in the morning.
I like the spacing between Roger and Hammons -- it feels more restful t me. #74 is a nice variation but I think I prefer #73. I have the feeling that there might be refinements that improve the idea -- for example, what if the heart were the same color and the other strokes an opposing color? This is probably a crude idea but perhaps it will spark some creative ideas . Thanks so much! -- Roger
I also like the subtle change you've made to the text font and size of the company name in #65 and #74 compared to the earlier designs. It seems even more harmonious. What would you suggest in terms of giving PHOTOGRAPHY a bit more prominence? My wife is thinking the photography aspect is getting lost in some of the designs. Thanks! -- Roger
Liliya, Thanks so much! Let me throw out something else for you to think about. I love the concept and design very much, but I have in the back of my mind that the backward-S stroke is not as graceful as it might be. Not sure exactly what makes me feel that way, but perhaps you'd have thoughts that you make the design even more beautiful and graceful! -- Best, Roger
Liliya, Very interesting new designs #92 to #95. Of these, my favorite is #92. I like its simplicity, balance, and the remarkable flow of line. And its whimsy is absolutely marvelous. The entries #93 through #95 are a bit too complex for my eye. Between #73 and #92, my preference is for #73. The two share many of the same wonderful qualities, but the heart motif is so enchanting and fits the company brand more closely. Thanks again for such creative work! I look forward to seeing what you do next. -- Best, Roger
Liliya, Would you be able to experiment with variations on the stroke of the backward-S in #73. I'm very interested in seeing if I can find one that seems a little bit more graceful. Perhaps more of a calligraphy-like variation of width, for example? Love to see what you come up with! -- Best, Roger
Liliya, I adore your #73 and #92. Thank you so much for your creativity. Working with you has been a genuine pleasure. I wish you much success in 2013. -- Best wishes, Roger