Archive for June, 2009
June 30th, 2009 Opportunities

We have found ourselves growing incredibly fast here at Luxecetera! We are so excited to be so busy and to be able to offer others valuable experience in our design world. We are currently seeking fabulous people to join our team. Be sure to check out our Opportunities Page for job listings and updates.

DESIGN INTERNS
Luxecetera is looking for interns! And no, we don’t want coffee caddies or dry cleaning divas. We’re looking for design students who want to gain actual experience doing actual design work (novel idea, eh?). As an intern at Luxecetera, you will be working on projects from start to finish, including concept building, brainstorming, interacting with clients and vendors, emailing the webmasters, and designing brands. Because our interns will be working at a professional level, we need experienced individuals with competent knowledge in Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop. Other important skills we’re looking for include typography, web design, and illustrating. Applicants must reside in the metro areas of Atlanta, Tampa or Philadelphia. This is a paid internship (don’t pass out) and interns will be compensated based on experience level. Please send your digital portfolio or work samples to opportunities@luxecetera.com.

PROFESSIONAL CALLIGRAPHER
In order to offer our clients more design options, Luxecetera wants to broaden our services and hire an experienced calligrapher for hand lettering, monogram design, stationery development, and to handle some logo development. We are looking for calligraphers who work in a variety of styles, can create original fonts and can work within our unique vision for branding. Artists will be paid on a per-job basis (as in freelance work) and payment will be based on type of job and level of experience. Please send a digital portfolio or work samples to opportunities@luxecetera.com.

PHOTOSHOP MASTER
Luxecetera needs a Photoshop Master (Jedi Masters need not apply). We are especially looking for those who have experience in developing actions. It is our aim to streamline our processes here at Luxecetera, so it is especially helpful if the applicant has experience working with design firms. Pay will be based on experience. Send your resume to opportunities@luxecetera.com.

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June 29th, 2009 Studio News

Logo Lounge 5 arrived on my doorstep this afternoon! So excited to see my work in a book!! Congrats to Tiffiney Photography and Premier Baby Concierge!  Pick up a copy of the book here.

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~Ashley

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June 26th, 2009 Branding

It’s always exciting to work with a client who feels a sense of responsibility beyond just business. Holly Cottingham of hj imagery is just that kind of client. Holly’s dedication to environmental-consciousness is a huge part of who she is – not only as a person, but also as a business woman and photographer. In 2009, Holly decided to bring her eco-friendly lifestyle (from the food she eats to the clothes she wears) to her work. Holly now uses eco-friendly photography supplies, has her business cards, note cards and other stationery printed on recycled products, and is always looking for new ways to lessen her carbon footprint at home and in the office. This philosophy served as the foundation for Holly’s brand, adding in her love of earthy tones and textures from Mother Nature. She is truly an inspiration for all of us to do our part to ensure a better world for all. 

hj imagery logo design

hj imagery branding

Holly uses the Australian company, Print Together, an environmentally conscious printer, for all her stationery needs. 

hj imagery branding

hj imagery branding

hj imagery branding

hj imagery branding

The hj imagery blog… which is actually the ProPhoto Wordpress theme customized.

hj imagery blog customization

This is something that a lot of our clients are starting to do and we absolutely LOVE it! Tthe inspirational Brand Board… sometimes it evokes a feeling… or gives us ideas for colors, fonts, patterns or shapes… and sometimes it just shows us what you love and where you see the future of your brand.

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June 13th, 2009 Studio News, Templates

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We are so excited to announce that Dream Album is offering a special promotion exclusively for LUXC customers! Here’s how it works:

ANYTHING you purchase from now until June 27th from LUXC will automatically get you a special discount code. FOR ONE WEEK ONLY (June 21-27) you will be able to redeem that code for 15% off any Dream Album purchase.

So, if you aren’t already in love with Dream Album, now is your chance to fall!

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June 13th, 2009 Studio News, Templates

We have been working like crazy over here to keep up with demand for new products. And you may wonder what we receive the MOST requests for? HANDS DOWN, DREAM ALBUM TEMPLATES. So, we hope our 3 new collections will help you with your Dream Album designs

Seriously Simple Round Album Collection $80.00

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The newest addition to our Seriously Simple Collection, this fun and unique set includes 25 round and 25 rounded corner album spreads (50 total). As an added bonus, included are 6 coordinating Dream Album cover templates.

PRODUCT DETAILS:
• 50 template spreads, sized 9×9
• actions for resizing templates to fit a variety of album sizes (6×6, 7×7, 8×8, 10×10, 12×12, and more!!!)
• 6 Dream Album Cover templates to be used with the Dream Album Co. albums
• Cover template sizes for all available Dream Album cover options (ie. 6×6, 9×9, 12×12)
• All text can be edited
• Instructions for use and font information included
• Compatible with Photoshop CS and later, Windows and Mac

Images in samples courtesy of Kyung Jung at Yellowhale Photography, Andrea Casey Photography and Laure Lillie Photographie

Modern Tropics Dream Album Covers $60.00

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PRODUCT DETAILS:
• Includes 3 cover template designs to be used with the Dream Album Co. albums
• Includes template sizes for all available cover options (ie. 6×6, 9×9, 12×12, etc)
• All text and colors can be edited
• All fonts used are standard or free
• Instructions for use & font information included
• Includes a variety of original illustrations that can be mixed and matched within the sets
• Compatible with Photoshop CS and later, Windows and Mac

Images in samples courtesy of Kyung Jung at Yellowhale Photography, Andrea Casey Photography and Laure Lillie Photographie

Tuscan Textures $30.00

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Our very first Texture set! Aptly named for it’s Tuscan feel, choose between paver, burlap, fresco, leather or plaster textures. Use on your album covers, templates, marketing materials or just about anywhere you choose!

PRODUCT DETAILS:
• Includes 5 Tuscan-style textures
• File size is 12×24″
• All colors can be edited
• instructions for use included
• Compatible with Photoshop CS and later, Windows and Mac


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June 5th, 2009 Branding, Stationery, Studio News

Luxecetera Business Card

Luxecetera Business Card

Luxecetera Business Card

Luxecetera Business Cards

Want those specs again?

1/0 offset celery green 
1/0 letterpress burgundy
0/1 foil stamped burgundy 

Paper by French Paper Company – Custom Duplexed (i.e. glued together)
Front: Poptone WhipCream 100lb Cover
Back: Construction Paver Red 100lb Cover

We worked with two extremely talented print houses…
Jason @ Henry & Co. + Kip @ Spartan Methods 

Cost: about $0.60 per card.

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June 2nd, 2009 Branding, Inspiration, Stationery

I am sure a lot of you have already seen Stacy Reeves’ charming, southern inspired branding, but for those that haven’t this is for you…

The strength of Stacy Reeves’ brand lies in the subtle essence of idyllic Southern charm and grace. The use of clean vertical stripes, soft color, and a crisp, but beautifully simple image-a bouquet of lavender – communicates that same charm and grace. All of these components come together into a myriad of unique combinations that take shape on the web, on stationary, and in packaging. It’s branding that goes beyond an image and extends into every component of client interaction. This approach translates into stylish, business cards printed on vintage handkerchiefs and product deliveries tied with ribbon, accented with fresh cuttings of lavender. All at once romantic and classic, the design is inviting – a warm and personal approach to business that defines Stacy Reeves.

Check out what Stacy had to say here.

Project List :: Branding / Logo Design, Tagline Development, Notecard, Appointment Reminder, Postcard, Pricing Guide (Printable + Non-Print Versions), Sticky Notes, Referral Card, Wedding Guide, Shipping Label, CD/DVD label and Custom Blog Design.

Vintage hankies screen printed by Erin at Lucky-Luxe. Aren’t they Yummy!?

stacy reeves branding

stacy reeves notecard

The printable pricing guide.

stacy reeves branding

stacy reeves branding

The image heavy non-printed PDF version…

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stacy reeves branding

stacy reeves branding

stacy reeves branding

stacy reeves branding

stacy reeves branding

We custom designed Stacy’s blog, but her talent boyfriend was responsible for the programming. He did a fabulous job making our design come to life. This project made us realize that custom is definitely the way to go! There is nothing worse than being constrained by a template… at least most of the time. Just wait ’til you see the custom blogsites we’ve been working on with Flosites!

stacy reeves blog

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