{"id":254,"date":"2020-01-07T06:14:29","date_gmt":"2020-01-07T06:14:29","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/webdesigninhoustontexas.com\/silkcards_blogs\/?p=254"},"modified":"2023-09-06T09:56:09","modified_gmt":"2023-09-06T16:56:09","slug":"7-things-weve-learned-by-making-artists-business-cards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/silkcards.com\/blog\/inspire\/7-things-weve-learned-by-making-artists-business-cards\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Things We\u2019ve Learned by Making Artists\u2019 Business Cards"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"section post-body\">\n            <span id=\"hs_cos_wrapper_post_body\" class=\"hs_cos_wrapper hs_cos_wrapper_meta_field hs_cos_wrapper_type_rich_text\" style=\"\" data-hs-cos-general-type=\"meta_field\" data-hs-cos-type=\"rich_text\"><\/p>\n<p>Over the past twenty years, we\u2019ve helped hundreds of artists and creative professionals bring their wild and innovative ideas to life. With that experience comes a wealth of valuable knowledge about what it really takes to execute a creative vision.<\/p>\n<p>Here are our seven biggest takeaways:&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p align=\"center\">\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/unnamed202-1.jpg\">\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Make the art the star of the show<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>A lot of creative professionals still operate on the mistaken idea that a business card has to adhere to a very traditional layout. This couldn\u2019t be further from the truth \u2014 business cards are supposed to make an impact, and nowhere is that impact more valuable than in your composition.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Put eye-catching art on display front and center, and don\u2019t be afraid to break the rules. <span><\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n<p align=\"center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Simple20Buisness20Cards20Laid20Out20On20A20Table.jpg\"><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Don\u2019t forget the basics<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Sounds simple, but you\u2019d be amazed how often people mess this one up. Using strong visuals to connect with your audience will attract attention, but remember that your card won\u2019t generate any real business without some essential information in place.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>All basic information \u2014 name, contact info, portfolio website \u2014 should be legible on a business card. When selecting a font, select a heavier text weight on important info to ensure it stands out.<\/p>\n<p align=\"center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Buisness20Card20with20Dimensions20.jpg\"><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Bring dimension to your design with add-on elements <\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Maximizing the canvas of a business card means more than simply including your art on one side and your contact information on the other \u2014 it means using add-ons to introduce texture, shimmer, and so much more to your design. Elements like foil and raised UV present an opportunity for a card to stand out in a crowd.<\/p>\n<p>Remember, your card is only as good as the information you communicate, so a subtle touch of add-on elements can go a long way. Utilize them to make your design pop, but always ensure that your contact information doesn\u2019t get lost. Add-ons should always highlight your information, not overshadow it.<\/p>\n<p align=\"center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Business20Card20with20a20lot20of20text20.png\"><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Unravel the boundaries between image and text<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Nowadays, business cards aren\u2019t just a way to share contact information. They present an opportunity to play with the divide between text and image to create an innovative narrative-driven effect, like in a comic book.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p align=\"center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Business20Card20with20wood20texture.jpg\"><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Design around the experience<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The major philosophical shifts in card design and theory that we\u2019ve seen in recent years largely originate from a new focus on centering \u201cthe experience\u201d in business card design.<\/p>\n<p>More and more we\u2019re seeing business card designs that use bold textures, eye-catching finishes, and uncommon materials such as wood and metal to stand out from the rest. This new approach is built around the feeling of receiving a business card, and puts emphasis on making that moment as potent as possible.<\/p>\n<p align=\"center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/3D20Business20Card.png\"><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Don\u2019t limit your vision to two dimensions<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>A business card that incorporates 3D elements will never fall flat when it comes to creating an experience. More designers are exploring ways to add texture and dimension to their designs, including cutaways and folding elements that create interactivity and introduce the element of play to your card design. Utilize 3D effects to bring your creative vision to life!<\/p>\n<p align=\"center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Silkcards_Rebrand_Unveiled-1.jpg\"><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Know when to ask for help<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>You can only do so much on your own. Often, the missing link between design and execution comes down to a lack of communication between designer and printer. By working one-on-one with a print expert, you can achieve the dream vision you\u2019re after. Our team is here to help you create something truly exceptional.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/print\/High-Impact-Custom-Design\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>See what we can do together. Get Started!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Over the past twenty years, we\u2019ve helped hundreds of artists and creative professionals bring their wild and innovative ideas to life. With that experience comes a wealth of valuable knowledge about what it really takes to execute a creative vision. 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