business card

That's not a business card, it's a flyer.

The first thing I noticed was the lack of actual contact information. What if I wanted to call and set up an appointment? Is there an owner of this barber shop?

Second, I know nothing of the company by looking at this business card other than it's a barber shop who apparently has quite a juvenile sense of identity. Do they cut only children's hair? Is it directed purely at African-Americans?

Maybe have a little description of what you're aiming for before posting for a critique.

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Perfectly Lost Designs

I like the black & white photo with the pop of red on the side. Maybe it could be a 2 sided card with the logo and further contact info on the other side, if the client would go for that. I'd also make the font a bit smaller on the right to bring it in from the edge a bit.

The red type on the red background is hard to read. You should consider changing the background. You could flip the black and red boxes.

I like the color choices, though I think I'd like the logo on just the one side so it's not overlaying the photo. I just think the photo would be stronger by itself (if this is meant to be a two-sided card, or is it two options you are considering?) On the 2nd one, you might want to play with placement of elements - everything is straight up and down except the logo, it doesn't seem to be sitting quite right. I think it's a good start, though it'd be nice if your client could give a little smile for the camera to make his business more inviting ;-)

It's a horrible picture to use because not only does he look pissed, it just isn't masked right. It doesn't look good. Just take it out completely.

Not really thrilled with the little barber shop dude graphic. I'm assuming that's part of their logo??? IDK.

I just don't like the picture of the guy. Maybe if he was smiling....

suzanne maestri-walters :: graphic designer :: www.onegirlcreative.com

I think it's great. Good use of colors, really pops.

The scowling man in the photo -- presumably the owner -- is a turn-off. It's at odds with the clip-arty-looking barber graphic, which confuses the message. I think you're trying to cram too many graphic elements into this card. Give potential patrons' eyes a break and stick with one thing, done well.

I like this card a lot the red black & white is always a classy combination this card is hot.
The only thing is maybe more info on the services that they offer,phone number could be on both sides, address and phone number a little larger. It is very clear what type of business this is, its nappy yes its black, it is a barber shop no magnifying glass needed less is more sometimes love it keep up the good work.

Do you worry that your business card is going to get thrown away as soon as your back is turned? Most business cards are pitched almost immediately...

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