Logo/Header Contest Rules: Use Web 2.0 Format

[DeluxeNames]

To celebrate the Grand Opening of WebmasterPost.com, the contest for the new header and logo for DeluxeNames.com & DeluxeHost.com is now open and will end Saturday, December 16th. The winning designs will use the Web 2.0 format as seen in the examples of this thread: http://yh.yayhooray.com/thread/90661/yh-collab:-redesign-famous-logos-in-web-2-0-format?page=1

Web 2.0 format is using rounded corrners, gradient, reflected text (often you see the text being reflected below as if in water), Out-lines (also known as strokes, especailly outlined letters), fun colors, the "shadow" affect (aka: "shading"), and different fonts (not just "ariel" or "times new roman"). This format sometimes gives logos a "shinnyness" to them, but doesn't have to.

To enter, you will be submitting two versions but they will be exactly the same except replace the word "Names" with the word "Host" in your second version. So really, the two versions will be virtually identical. You may submit as many versions as you want. Each and every submission and re-submission you enter will be considered.

I don't like the current design and logo but you can view it at: www.DeluxeNames.com. The current design and colors of the site will be changed to match the winning header so the header should not be based on the current design of the site. The height of the header should be around 116px high and the width should be at least 745px.

I am open to any color choices. My favorite colors are blues, and white but you don't have to restrict yourselves to those colors.

One of the keys to winning is to use a web 2.0 logo, not just the words "DeluxeNames" and "DeluxeHost". This logo could be some abstract rendering of "Deluxe" or just something totally abstract and yet fitting.

Please use this slogan on the "DeluxeNames" header:
"Owning a Domain Means People Can Find You...Anywhere"

Please use this slogan on the "DeluxeHost" header:
"Hosting At It's Best: Quality & Integrity"

The winner will need to provide the layered header image, and logo with a transparent background.

Besides the pride of your art being displayed for all to see at DeluxeNames.com and DeluxeHost.com, you will receive $150 USD via Paypal (from a verified Paypal account). Please post your entry here in this thread and the Moderators (who don't enter the contest) and I will be the judges. The Moderators and I will then review and vote and the winner will be chosen and paid by 11pm EST on Sunday, December 17th.

[Bill]

count me in, will have something SOON

[DeluxeNames]

count me in, will have something SOON

Glad to hear that, looking forward to seeing it.

[fiona2412]

I'm not sure exactly what web 2.0 is. I looked at that thread but I'm still not sure...must be becuase it's sunday lol

[statd]

I'm in.

[Bill]

http://ru3.com/luc/uploaded_images/web2-big-745097.jpg

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Web_2.0
This is a very long explenation of web 2.0, good though

Web 2.0, in my oppion, is using rounded corrnors, "shinny", lots of gradent, "fun" color...... different fonts, not just "aeril"(i think i spelled it right :D) or "times new roman"

lots of out-lines(also known as strokes)

anybuddy, please correct me if im wrong


That is my understanding of Web 2.0




Jon

[fiona2412]

Without reading the links (I'll go read them in a min) and just on what you're saying...web 2.0 is something like this...

http://fileanchor.com/81538-r.jpg

Without the white background

Let me know if that's the type of thing you were thinking of

Off to read those links now

Hugs
Fi
xoxo

[DeluxeNames]

http://ru3.com/luc/uploaded_images/web2-big-745097.jpg

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Web_2.0
This is a very long explenation of web 2.0, good though
Web 2.0, in my oppion, is using rounded corrnors, "shinny", lots of gradent, "fun" color...... different fonts, not just "aeril"(i think i spelled it right :D) or "times new roman"
lots of out-lines(also known as strokes)
anybuddy, please correct me if im wrong
That is my understanding of Web 2.0
Jon
Exactly right Jon and thanks for your explaination :)

I'm so glad to hear you are both in Fiona and Statd! Looking forward to seeing your entries.

[DeluxeNames]

Without reading the links (I'll go read them in a min) and just on what you're saying...web 2.0 is something like this...
http://fileanchor.com/81538-r.jpg
Hugs
Fi
xoxo

You are correct Fiona :)

[WatchOut]

Haha i dont get any of this, i got nooby skills at designing :D

[Nuvo]

Just something I happened to be toying with while trying to design a logo for my brother-in-law, who I might be building a small site for soon...
Anyway, when vector graphics, web 2.0 and your old logo combine, I ended up with something like this:
http://img20.imageshack.us/img20/9655/dxlogosdu6.png (http://img20.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dxlogosdu6.png)

Not going to take on anyone with any actual graphics tallent, but like I said, I just happened to be playing around.

The left one was made using similar techniques, but I found that it created a neat little optical illusion of there being rings or something.

Both are made using incredibly simple methods which basically entail working with ellipses.
All I did was cut out a crescent using two ellipses, flip it, clone the two crescents, edit the clones a little, coloured them, aligned them and added a few simple effects such as the shine and shadows.
These were done in an application which doesn't support .PSD output (Xara Xtreme), so I won't be entering this competition.
Also, I had to link to the full image as ImageShack's method of doing thumbnail images plays havoc with transparent .PNG images :[

[fiona2412]

I like them Nuvo, I think they are quite groovy :D

I'll have a play about although whether what I create is up to standard who knows

Hugs
Fi
xoxo

[DeluxeNames]

Hey Jon and Fiona, I've edited my original post to make the height 116px. The width is still 745px. Thanks for pointing this out by the way.


Just something I happened to be toying with while trying to design a logo for my brother-in-law, Not going to take on anyone with any actual graphics tallent, but like I said, I just happened to be playing around.
Thanks for entering Nuvo! You're the first into the water on this :)

[Bill]

Thank you, i will enter something tomarrow, when im not trying to fall asleep at the keyboard :D

I will just enter it in some size that looks good on the screen :D i can adjust it later


Jon

[Nuvo]

Thanks for entering Nuvo! You're the first into the water on this
Erm, I'm not actually entering as I have no way of providing it in a format you can easily edit as it's saved as .XAR, which is Xara's own vector format.
Xara can export to Illustrator .EPS and .AI formats, but I'm having some trouble getting it to work as it causes Xara to panic and show an error and when I try to load the images, Xara flips out, GIMP can't seem to locate a plugin for the file type and inkscape complains about not being able to find ImageMagick (which I have installed) and it only loads some of the file.

[Bill]

Ok, before i enter, here in a few, i need to know if you want deluxenames.com or just deluxnames for the logo?


also, is there any tag lines you want for the header


Jon

here is the entery, atleast part of it, there is more to come, i just ran out of ideas for the night, attached is the banner and logo combo, and just the logo.

The banner is just the basic idea, im not quite done with it, fonts and ect...


Jon

[fiona2412]

I'm liking the idea Jon......I sat staring at a blank canvas......couldn't come up anything :(

Any change of size yet DN? <<< Ignore
read the 1st post again lol, I skipped to the 2nd page wo see what Jon submitted lol

[chirag]

My try. Me a noob at photoshop. But jst a try. Feedback plz.

[DeluxeNames]

Ok, before i enter, here in a few, i need to know if you want deluxenames.com or just deluxnames for the logo?
also, is there any tag lines you want for the header
Jon

here is the entery, atleast part of it, there is more to come, i just ran out of ideas for the night, attached is the banner and logo combo, and just the logo.
The banner is just the basic idea, im not quite done with it, fonts and ect...
Jon

Wow, you work quickly. Good question, I like the slogan you used but change the "me" to a "you": "Owning a Domain Means People Can find You....Anywhere"

Better to spell it with the "e" and do use the ".com": "DeluxeNames.com"
Thanks :)

[fiona2412]

Chriag great entry, I like it BUT you spelt Owning wrong
You have put
'Owing a domain means people can find me anywhere'
You missed the n out

Other than that I love it :D

I've no longer got a blank canvas :D I have a colored blank canvas lol

[chirag]

http://www.imagesshared.com//out.php/i497_deluxenames.jpg

Oops. Corrected now. Feedback plz.

[Bill]

Thanks for the feedback, let me fix the spelling errors (im a graphic designer, not a dictonary :D) and let me see if i can get the font color for the sloan to look good on that blue background.........

BTW, chirag, i like it :D looks good..... and dont worry about being a n00b, we all were at one point, you should see the stuff i did about a year ago, it makes me want to puke now :P


Jon


edit, fixed and whatnot

[Kilk]

Well since I am a professional at Photoshop. I will be entering this contest I will whip something up and go from there.

______________________________________

EDIT: Here is the logo I have made and is not finished, I need comments and critz, this will be added or changed.

Direct Link to image :: http://photocan.org/images/dnlogo.gif

DeluxeNames Logo Image ::
http://photocan.org/images/dnlogo.gif

[fiona2412]

Chirag - I like it, it's straight to the point. Clear and easy to read

Jon - I loke the idea but personally I'm not sure about the orange and the font. It just doesn't seem to 'sit' right

Kilk - Nice, it's to the point, clear and easy to read.

I really should get my butt in gear and get creative, I'll be creating in PSP though as can't use photoshop :(

[Bill]

Jon - I loke the idea but personally I'm not sure about the orange and the font. It just doesn't seem to 'sit' right

your right, im still trying to fix the look.... Let me see what i can do after school today :D



Jon

[Kilk]

Chirag - I like it, it's straight to the point. Clear and easy to read

Jon - I loke the idea but personally I'm not sure about the orange and the font. It just doesn't seem to 'sit' right

Kilk - Nice, it's to the point, clear and easy to read.

I really should get my butt in gear and get creative, I'll be creating in PSP though as can't use photoshop :(

If you don't have PhotoShop get GIMPShop, it is a form of The GIMP but modified to make it almost just like Photoshop, and completely free!

Site - http://plasticbugs.com/?page_id=294

Download for Windows - http://www.plasticbugs.com/blogimg/gimpshop_2.2.8_fix1_setup.exe

Download for Mac OSX -
http://www.plasticbugs.com/blogimg/Gimpshop-OSX-2.2.11.dmg

I have used this program before though I prefer PhotoShop but it is a great free alternative for PS.

[chirag]

http://www.imagesshared.com//out.php/i505_deluzenames3copy.jpg

Feedback plz.

[Hadriel]

ok, I think I'll give it a go.

i65.photobucket.com/albums/h240/Hadriel2006/deluxenames_template.jpg

I'd like feedback on this one, thx.

@mod or admin:I'd appreciate if you could change the link into the image itself. Thx

[chirag]

One more entry.

http://www.imagesshared.com//out.php/i524_deluxenames.jpg

[DeluxeNames]

My try. Me a noob at photoshop. But jst a try. Feedback plz.

This is a great start Chirag. To improve it, put it in Web 2.0 format. See Bill's first post in this thread that explained Web 2.0 :)

[DeluxeNames]

ok, I think I'll give it a go.
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Everyone, to save time in feedback, please pay attention to the feedback for Hadriel. Here's whats' good about this header/logo. Do you see how Hadriel has an abstract logo? This is key to winning. No header/logo entry will win without a logo. I've added this to the description in the first post to help:

"One of the keys to winning is to use a nice logo in Web 2.0 format, not just the words "DeluxeNames" and "DeluxeHost". This logo could be some abstract rendering of "Deluxe" or just something totally abstract and yet fitting."

Thanks everyone :)

[digifad]

First attempt at your logo/header and first post here!

//watermark removed upon selection

[DeluxeNames]

First attempt at your logo/header and first post here!
//watermark removed upon selection

Welcome to the fourm Digifad and thanks for submitting! :)

I have to tell you, your use of the astronaut on the moon was hilarious and so fitting with the slogan: "Owning a domain means people can find you...anywhere."

You had a logo which is good.

Your one weakness, there's no Web 2.0 format to be found. In other words, I don't see any use of shading, reflection, rounded corners, shinyness, or gradients.

You've got the right idea for sure digifad.

[DeluxeNames]

Well since I am a professional at Photoshop. I will be entering this contest I will whip something up and go from there.
EDIT: Here is the logo I have made and is not finished, I need comments and critz, this will be added or changed.

Direct Link to image :: http://photocan.org/images/dnlogo.gif

DeluxeNames Logo Image ::
http://photocan.org/images/dnlogo.gif
It's great that you used Web 2.0 Kilk! :) I like that reflection that you used of the letters.

Here's the weaknesses:
1) Add some type of logo. Be creative and make it abstract or take the word "Deluxe" and twist it into some stylish art. Then place this logo to the left of "DeluxeNames".
2) The background is good. Maybe it's a little plain. See if you can spruce up the background a little by adding some more texture, or color or design. I don't know but maybe some lines or something.

Great work :)

[DeluxeNames]

One more entry.

http://www.imagesshared.com//out.php/i524_deluxenames.jpg

Good Chirag! Now this one has a logo and that's a big improvement. Now I noticed that your last one, a few posts up from this, was starting to use some Web 2.0. I saw some shading affect that I liked. See if you can bring in some Web 2.0 into this one here.

[digifad]

Thanks for the feedback. Here is a bit more of a 2.0 feel for the logo.

[DeluxeNames]

Thanks for the feedback, let me fix the spelling errors (im a graphic designer, not a dictonary :D) and let me see if i can get the font color for the sloan to look good on that blue background.........
BTW, chirag, i like it :D looks good..... and dont worry about being a n00b, we all were at one point, you should see the stuff i did about a year ago, it makes me want to puke now :P
Jon
Hey John, this one has a logo! Good :)
I like the text affect you used of the lighter color/darker color.

How to improve this is that try a version with a different color text. I'm not a fan of orange. Otherwise, good.

[nmallare]

ok, I think I'll give it a go.

i65.photobucket.com/albums/h240/Hadriel2006/deluxenames_template.jpg

I'd like feedback on this one, thx.

@mod or admin:I'd appreciate if you could change the link into the image itself. Thx

My favorite .. if my opinion counts =P

Nick

[Bill]

Hey John, this one has a logo! Good
I like the text affect you used of the lighter color/darker color.

How to improve this is that try a version with a different color text. I'm not a fan of orange. Otherwise, good.

ok, ive been away from my personal computer for the last cupple of days(family) so, i will be back at it tomarrow, i will work on it tomarrow... sorry for the wait :D

[Hadriel]

Thanks for the feedback!
My first entry was just a little play with the possibilities.
I will definitely make it a bit more Web 2.0 and, overall, better.

btw, I really liked your last entry, digifad! Nice work!

[fiona2412]

mmmm I'm not sure about what I've done lol...I liked the concept but couldn't get the picture in my head to look right in PSP...

http://fileanchor.com/82472-t.png (http://fileanchor.com/82472.png)

[Kilk]

It's great that you used Web 2.0 Kilk! :) I like that reflection that you used of the letters.

Here's the weaknesses:
1) Add some type of logo. Be creative and make it abstract or take the word "Deluxe" and twist it into some stylish art. Then place this logo to the left of "DeluxeNames".
2) The background is good. Maybe it's a little plain. See if you can spruce up the background a little by adding some more texture, or color or design. I don't know but maybe some lines or something.

Great work :)

Alright tell me what you think now-

http://photocan.org/images/dnlogo_2.gif

Direct Link - http://photocan.org/images/dnlogo_2.gif

[DeluxeNames]

Thanks for the feedback. Here is a bit more of a 2.0 feel for the logo.

That's better! Now you've got a contender. One suggestion, the slogan can be a little larger text. The irony of this one is great.

[chirag]

http://www.imagesshared.com//out.php/i546_deluenames3.jpg
Feedback plz.

[digifad]

Thanks, DN. I'll bump up the tagline font size this evening.

[Darren]

Thanks for the feedback. Here is a bit more of a 2.0 feel for the logo.

Not that I have any input at all in judging this but I must say...

THIS ONE IS FANTASTIC!!! I LOVE IT!! GREAT WORK MATE!!! :eek:

[Kilk]

Does anyone have comments on mine?

[DeluxeNames]

mmmm I'm not sure about what I've done lol...I liked the concept but couldn't get the picture in my head to look right in PSP...

http://fileanchor.com/82472-t.png (http://fileanchor.com/82472.png)

Nice! I like your use of the silver on black, and I really like the reflected letters :)

The one thing I'd recommend changing is the logo itself.

[DeluxeNames]

Alright tell me what you think now-
http://photocan.org/images/dnlogo_2.gif
Direct Link - http://photocan.org/images/dnlogo_2.gif

Good work Kilk :)
You've incorporated more elements of web 2.0 and that's great.
The one suggestion I have is that the box might not be the best logo.

[DeluxeNames]

http://www.imagesshared.com//out.php/i546_deluenames3.jpg
Feedback plz.

Very nice use of reflection Chriag! :)
My suggestion for you is to work a little harder at a logo. Come up with something different that reflects "Deluxe" to you.

[digifad]

Thanks for the compliments, Hadriel and LurkinBack!

[Darren]

Here's my attempt at something, finally got happy(ish) lol

***EDIT***

After asking an opinion or two it came over that the X wasn't showing enough so I gave it a little something extra.

[fiona2412]

You know my opinions Lurk..I likes it

[fiona2412]

I much prefer the 2nd one...the x is alot clearer :D

[Kilk]

Here is a update on mine. I removed the box and put a image of Planet Earth.

Image -
http://photocan.org/images/dnlogo_3.gif

Direct link - http://photocan.org/images/dnlogo_3.gif

[Darren]

In my opinion thats loads better Kilk!

and thanks Fiona :D :hello:

[Kilk]

In my opinion thats loads better Kilk!

and thanks Fiona :D :hello:


Thanks! Now I just need DeluxeNames opinion on it so I can make it even better or keep it the same!

[fiona2412]

I prefer this one Kilk :D the world is just the right sort of logo in my opinion :D

[digifad]

Larger tag-line as requested...

[nonsequitur]

Wow, there are really lots of great designers here! I especially like your design Kilk. :cool:

Hmmmm... I'm thinking of joining this contest as well. Is it possible for a new member like me to submit entries here? :newbie:

[Kilk]

Wow, there are really lots of great designers here! I especially like your design Kilk. :cool:

Hmmmm... I'm thinking of joining this contest as well. Is it possible for a new member like me to submit entries here? :newbie:

Why thank you! I always do appreciate nice comments!

[Bill]

ok, different idea, and different colors :D

Let me know what you think, although, the competion is tough...



anyway

Jon

[Darren]

Using the same stuff as before just with a couple of small changes, fiddling with it more than anything. :hello:

[Hadriel]

here's another try
i65.photobucket.com/albums/h240/Hadriel2006/deluxenames_template_2.jpg

[CannonBallGuy]

Here's the beginnings of a Logo:
http://cbg.bzflag.org/stuff/DXa.png
I'm fairly busy at the moment, so let me know if it's worth my time continuing with it.

- CBG :)

[DeluxeNames]

Here is a update on mine. I removed the box and put a image of Planet Earth.
Image -
http://photocan.org/images/dnlogo_3.gif
Direct link - http://photocan.org/images/dnlogo_3.gif

This logo is much better Kilk :)

[DeluxeNames]

Here's my attempt at something, finally got happy(ish) lol
***EDIT***
After asking an opinion or two it came over that the X wasn't showing enough so I gave it a little something extra.

Lurk, this strikes me as very original, nice work.

Here's what I'd like to see:
1) make the word "names" the same color light blue as you see in the "X"/planet logo. Great idea to use silver rings around the planet as the "X" but make them stand out more as an "X". A little hard to tell at this point.

Great start!

[DeluxeNames]

Larger tag-line as requested...

There you go digifad! That's better :)

[DeluxeNames]

Wow, there are really lots of great designers here! I especially like your design Kilk. :cool:
Hmmmm... I'm thinking of joining this contest as well. Is it possible for a new member like me to submit entries here? :newbie:
Absolutely Nonsequitur, have fun :)

[DeluxeNames]

ok, different idea, and different colors :D
Let me know what you think, although, the competion is tough...
anyway
Jon

That is a better color Bill for sure, much better than the orange.

Here's suggestions: The text you've chosen for "DeluxeNames" is a little hard to read. Also, maybe use a different font for the slogan.

If you want to, work a little more at the logo, making it a bit more detailed, or interesting.

Overall, your doing good work here.

[Kilk]

This logo is much better Kilk :)

Thanks if there any fine tuning or anything you want added or changed or removed?

[DeluxeNames]

here's another try
i65.photobucket.com/albums/h240/Hadriel2006/deluxenames_template_2.jpg

Now this header has a lot of potential. Your on the right track becuase, I really really like that font and color and the way you desinged the text for "DeluxeNames". That is the best examples I've seen for the "DeluxeNames" text.

I also like the logo, DXN, clever.

The weakness is the background. I can't get into the background. Maybe try it on an all black bacground and then you can give the text "DeluxeNames" a great refelctive effect. Or try any type of background you want.

P.S.: With just 5 more posts you can post URL's :)

[DeluxeNames]

Here's the beginnings of a Logo:
http://cbg.bzflag.org/stuff/DXa.png
I'm fairly busy at the moment, so let me know if it's worth my time continuing with it.
- CBG :)
This style is clever and cool looking CBG. I can think of a lot of types of young people sites this style would be perfect on. However I need the header to appeal to an older, more professional audience.

I wish you would not give up though, I've seen you come in second last time and know you're good at this.

[DeluxeNames]

Update: Until December 11th, I will only be online twice as I'm on a cruise ship in the Caribean Ocean (Roayle Caribean) and interenet access onboard is very expensive (Almost $35/hour :o).

I'll probably log back in again in 2 days, sorry for any inconvenience.
-Bryant

[Kilk]

Update: Until December 11th, I will only be online twice as I'm on a cruise ship in the Caribean Ocean (Roayle Caribean) and interenet access onboard is very expensive (Almost $35/hour :o).

I'll probably log back in again in 2 days, sorry for any inconvenience.
-Bryant

Have a great time! I will probably not be here Thursday as it is my Birthday :D

[Darren]

Lurk, this strikes me as very original, nice work.

Here's what I'd like to see:
1) make the word "names" the same color light blue as you see in the "X"/planet logo. Great idea to use silver rings around the planet as the "X" but make them stand out more as an "X". A little hard to tell at this point.

Great start!

Cheers Bryant, it is original, all my own work including the buildings :D

Here's the redo with your suggestions in mind. I think the X is a lot clearer now. I rendered it larger and got some more lights on it (made it a lot clearer once it scaled down) and the text was nice and easy to change (gotta love PS for that)

[DeluxeNames]

Cheers Bryant, it is original, all my own work including the buildings :D

Here's the redo with your suggestions in mind. I think the X is a lot clearer now. I rendered it larger and got some more lights on it (made it a lot clearer once it scaled down) and the text was nice and easy to change (gotta love PS for that)

Good work lurk! You've fixed the "x" and that's better :)

We need the "..." before the word "anywhere" in the slogan if you would. Thanks lurk

[dvirhazout]

here's my entry:
http://img521.imageshack.us/img521/6048/deluxexz0.jpg
V2:
http://img518.imageshack.us/img518/7302/deluxe2ui9.jpg

feedback please. :)

[Darren]

We need the "..." before the word "anywhere" in the slogan if you would. Thanks lurk

can...do...:D
**EDIT**
Have done

[nmallare]

V2:
img518.imageshack.us/img518/7302/deluxe2ui9.jpg


The better of the two.

Nick

[Darren]

The better of the two.

Nick

I agree! I like the arrow going through the X nice touch!

[digifad]

Morning, DeluxeNames. Any tweaks you'd like to see with mine before the end of the contest?

[DeluxeNames]

here's my entry:
http://img521.imageshack.us/img521/6048/deluxexz0.jpg
V2:
http://img518.imageshack.us/img518/7302/deluxe2ui9.jpg
feedback please. :)
I'm not feeling the arrows around the text. Instead, make an original logo that is separate from the text.

[DeluxeNames]

FYI for Everyone::::: The person that wins this contest is going to win it on the strength of their logo. If you want to make a great logo, make one like the ones you see in this thread: http://yh.yayhooray.com/thread/9066...0-format?page=1

My favorite two is the "O" of Overstock.com found here: http://yh.yayhooray.com/thread/9066...0-format?page=7
And the Best Buy from page two.

[DeluxeNames]

Morning, DeluxeNames. Any tweaks you'd like to see with mine before the end of the contest?

Yours entry is strong digifad. I can't think of any changes at this time. You can submit as many entries as you want to so if you want insurance, take your exact header, and substitute a different logo. Both your original and your version #2 will be entered.

When working on a version #2 logo, I would look at my post above and create something very Web 2.0, the winner will win on the strength of their logo. I'm looking for something abstract but that reflects the nature of "Deluxe". Something that conveys luxury, opulance, rich, the best. I can't tell you how to convey this in a logo but that is the idea. :)

[statd]

Hi :),

Here is my design.

[dvirhazout]

thanks for the feedback.
here is my revision:
http://img67.imageshack.us/img67/2303/deluxe3sj1.jpg

[DeluxeNames]

thanks for the feedback.
here is my revision:
http://img67.imageshack.us/img67/2303/deluxe3sj1.jpgThis is a solid contender Dvirhazout. Your logo conveys "Deluxe" and the Web 2.0 sparkle effect you've incorporated is very nice.
I like the reflection of "DeluxeNames", I like your font, I like your colors.

[DeluxeNames]

Hi :),

Here is my design.
Good start Statd.

I like the diamond logo but I would remove the globe if I were you.
I really like the reflection of your letters.
I like the sparkle effect you have on the diamond. Maybe add that sparkle effect to the letters of "DeluxeNames" as well.

I like the font and colors you've chosen of your text, however, the letters look too simple. Maybe outline them or incorporate some more web 2.0 effects to make them stand out.

I'm not a fan of the lines you have in this one. I usually do like these lined patterns but not the way you have them.

Overall, a great start and thank you for entering.

[Kilk]

Good start Statd.

I like the diamond logo but I would remove the globe if I were you.
I really like the reflection of your letters.
I like the sparkle effect you have on the diamond. Maybe add that sparkle effect to the letters of "DeluxeNames" as well.

I like the font and colors you've chosen of your text, however, the letters look too simple. Maybe outline them or incorporate some more web 2.0 effects to make them stand out.

I'm not a fan of the lines you have in this one. I usually do like these lined patterns but not the way you have them.

Overall, a great start and thank you for entering.

Uh do I need to make any changes to mine or what?

Thanks,
Kilk

[Hadriel]

had a tough week.
here's a revision of my one.
http://i65.photobucket.com/albums/h240/Hadriel2006/deluxenames_template_v3.jpg

[DeluxeNames]

had a tough week.
here's a revision of my one.
http://i65.photobucket.com/albums/h240/Hadriel2006/deluxenames_template_v3.jpg
Nice Hadriel. This is a solid contender.

[DeluxeNames]

Here is a update on mine. I removed the box and put a image of Planet Earth.
Image -
http://photocan.org/images/dnlogo_3.gif
Direct link - http://photocan.org/images/dnlogo_3.gif
Basically, I really like everything on the right side of your banner. I like the world, I like the way you wrote the slogan, I like the colors and texture effects you used.

I would do everything on the left side over again. Redo the way you write "DeluxeNames". I really like the reflection but the font is just not right. Maybe the letters are too skinny or need outlines or something. I wouldn't use the black shape above "DeluxeNames" nor the blue shape below it.

[Hadriel]

anything else you want me to change, DN?

[statd]

Thank you for your feedback.

revision:

[statd]

another one

[Roo27]

Goodluck everyone, the entries are amazing!
I may give this ago haha I'm not promising though

[DeluxeNames]

Thank you for your feedback.
revision:
This is the one I like better of the two. This is not the best diamond logo I've seen but it's ok.

I like your font choice and your choice of colors for the text. I like the way you wrote the slogan.

I'm not fond of the city background, I'd try something different there.

[tony]

http://www.webmasterpost.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=155&d=1165002297

personally i really like this by digifad i think

[digifad]

Thanks for the kind words, tony!

[DeluxeNames]

This Contest is now over and the results are in:
Believe me when I say that this was the hardest contest in the world to judge as there were 5 great headers we loved.

Nice job to everyone that entered and thank you so much for trying.

Congradulations to Digifad for winning this contest! If you would, please PM me your Paypal email address. Digifad's banners won for several reasons:
1) I'm still laughing at his very creative use of the moon landing to demonstrate the slogan, "Owning a Domain Means People Can Find You...Anywhere." That was a stroke of genius to think of this
Making people laugh will often mean they will remember your product better.

2) Your logo was original and nice.

3) I like your use of colors on the text and background

4) You used the Web 2.0 format very effectively

Thank you to Everyone who entered!

[Hadriel]

Congratulations, Digifad!
I liked your one best, and you deserved to win.
Good luck with future projects...
:D

[digifad]

Thanks, DN, for selecting my entry and for running a fun contest. PM's are on the way!

Thanks, Hadriel. There were a lot of great entries. Glad I could be part of the fun! And hope I can be a more active part of this community after the holidays wrap up.

[statd]

Congratulations, digifad :)

[tony]

well done, i was a big fan of it - i liked the cleverness and originality, most other designs played on the deluxe part - you went your own way with it, which is what i liked

[Darren]

Nicely done Digifad!!! :D Congratulations!

[digifad]

Files sent. Payment received. Thanks again, DeluxeNames!

And thanks for the kind words, everyone!