I didn't do this sign, but I saw this one go up today here in Atmore. I guess Bargain Bin decided to start off the new decade with a new image...
I'm a little jealous, they didn't even call me for a price... and then it's one of those signs that make you kick yourself and say... "Man, why didn't I think of that..."
Like I said, I didn't do it, but I like to learn what I can even from other people's designs.... so is there anything you would have changed on this design?
Posted by Russ McMullin (Member # 5617) on :
You could learn a lot just by studying the kerning and word spacing. Delicious.
Posted by Ian Stewart-Koster (Member # 3500) on :
Obviously they've sold out of all their bargain-priced letter Is, just two Bs, two As and a few others left & they'll have had total clearance!
Posted by Todd Gill (Member # 2569) on :
"I" think it's nice. Posted by Sonny Franks (Member # 588) on :
It's perfect - I wouldn't change a thing........
Posted by Tim Barker (Member # 4209) on :
Thats he sort of competition that I like!
Posted by bruce ward (Member # 1289) on :
u know you suck when you break out the HOBO font! Russ they did kern it....just enuff to fill up that awning
Posted by Ron Costa (Member # 3366) on :
"Beauty is in the I of the Binholder"
Posted by Sam Sanfilippo (Member # 425) on :
WOW!
Amazing what you can do with a Cricut, huh?
I may have adjusted the "BARGA•N" a bit to the left...ya know just fer balance...
Posted by Dale Feicke (Member # 767) on :
Yer jis jellus, Jon.
You couldn't ask for better competition.
Posted by John Deaton (Member # 925) on :
That must've been done by BargaIn SIgns...
Posted by stein Saether (Member # 430) on :
Probably designed to look cheap, a bargain bin dont want an expensive looking sign do they?+
Posted by Tony Vickio (Member # 2265) on :
I think it "fits" what it advertises!
Posted by Jon Jantz (Member # 6137) on :
I was thinking if 'economy' was in mind, he could have left out that entire 4'x8' sheet of aluminum between 'The' and 'Bargain' that has absolutely nothing on it...
I have heard that negative space is important though...
Posted by Wayne Webb (Member # 1124) on :
I Guess I am a little slow... Why are the I's so fat?
Posted by David Thompson (Member # 2395) on :
The worst part of this, I bet the owner thinks it's a great sign. Posted by Sam Staffan (Member # 4552) on :
See, this is what happens when you put all the time and effort into a sign and they go and put Bad Lighting on it. Posted by stein Saether (Member # 430) on :
The more I wiev it, the better it looks.
Posted by Michael Gene Adkins (Member # 882) on :
Actually, the worst part of it is, I never get the easy layouts like this ... and did ya notice the G is a little weak??? Is this the cheapest copy of freeware Hobo ever??? Was it cut with an X-Acto??? And did Jon take the photo in the dark so no one would recognize him and think he built it??? So many questions..................
Posted by Russ McMullin (Member # 5617) on :
They probably customized the letters so the logo can't easily be duplicated.
Posted by stein Saether (Member # 430) on :
x acto cuts are good stuff, why do you have to be so, ah elite??
Posted by Rusty Bradley (Member # 6938) on :
Wonder how many screws were used...extrapolating from the lighted area around "THE" I wouldn't be surprized if there were 70 or 80 screws in the face of that sign...probably would make a pretty crazy daytime picture as well when all the screws could be seen.
Posted by Preston McCall (Member # 351) on :
Uglier than a sack of bloody worms. but hey, we are talking about it?
Posted by Keith Jenicek (Member # 11121) on :
I'll bet they're missing two I's from their bin! Why not just use BrushScript?!
Posted by Keith Jenicek (Member # 11121) on :
I'll bet they're missing two I's from their bin! Why not just use BrushScript?!
Posted by Dave Sherby (Member # 698) on :
Ouch... my I's hurt just looking at it.
Posted by Amy Brown (Member # 1963) on :
Are you sure this isn't in DeLand, FL?
Posted by Jon Jantz (Member # 6137) on :
quote:Originally posted by Amy Brown: Are you sure this isn't in DeLand, FL?
Well, I guess this could be a chain..... and they may have an in-house graphics designer....
Posted by Rick Cassell (Member # 374) on :
I think it just needs a thick red outline and then it would be perfect.
Posted by Jon Jantz (Member # 6137) on :
Actually, as I've passed it more, it's sorta starting to grow on me.... if they had only double-stroked one more letter... like maybe the A's or the H...
Oh well.. I guess it can't appeal to EVERYone...
Thanks all for the helpful tips... I'll keep them in mind when designing... so a short review...
1. Random kerning and spacing between words is good... makes the sign interesting or adds 'Pazzammm' as we officially refer to it in the sign world.
2. If you feel like you are overusing Brush Script, it's always a safe bet to break out the Hobo font...
3. To add visual impact on a 4'x50' sign with limited copy, use a condensed type... using an extended font would be expected, but by defying common logic and general decency, you can bring out the aforementioned 'Pazzammm'...
4. Adding "White Space" is very important. This is defined by having using whole sheets of white rectangular aluminum with no graphics on it. This effect was also used on this sign... (done by the very same company.... unfortunately, the restaurant owner didn't appreciate that hallmark of good design and has now made them come back and put a bigger logo on this sign... the logo now laps onto the side pieces by about a foot...)
5. When creating a 'Logo' or 'Brand Identity' it's best to follow the SISSY method... which stands for 'Simple Is Simply SnazzY'. It can be as simple as picking an important letter, modifying it to an abstract shape and doubling it's stroke.... this leads the eye to that important letter... which in turn then defines the whole business.... without the need for other gimmicks such as extended type... 'PAZZAMMM!!'
6. And finally.... if you are a little low on confidence about the visual impact of your 'Brand Identity' adding a generous sprinkling of silver screws will add that little extra 'UMMMPHA' you are looking for... (similar to 'PAZZAMMM' but a little different... we'll cover that another time..)
Thanks all..... I really do feel better now about not being contacted to give a price on this job.....
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hurt just looking at it.
