Once again, amazing work. I don't agree with the guys about the typeface. I don't think that because the text says the word "simpler" the typeface choice should be a more minimal one. The illustration alone communicates that perfectly.
To clarify, I don't think the typestyle needs to be simple as in minimalistic. I just think it's a bit heavy, blocky and western for a piece that's so touching and delicate.
Either way, I'm merely nitpicking and it's a personal opinion. Craig, it's a really nice work.
Question for you, what is this for? Are the graphics that you create intended for posters, greeting cards etc or just doodling for fun? If they are posters, where can I buy me one :)
I wonder if what people see in the font, and dislike, is that it is very much an Old West typeface, the kind you'd see in a Wanted poster. Not only does it give it a very Western feel, but it both was and was not a simpler time ;-)
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Steve Lowtwait
Sweet work. I'm not crazy about the font choice as it seems a little heavy and western, which to me isn't "simpler".
I really like the texture of the snow on the ground.
over 1 year ago
Awesome. Great use of textures and shapes. I agree with Steve about the font - but still awesome.
over 1 year ago
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Craig Henry
Thanks guys :) I love the typeface but i appreciate the comments! Perhaps I'll try another option....hmmmm....
over 1 year ago
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Gedy Rivera
Once again, amazing work. I don't agree with the guys about the typeface. I don't think that because the text says the word "simpler" the typeface choice should be a more minimal one. The illustration alone communicates that perfectly.
over 1 year ago
Breathe taking! Great Job!
over 1 year ago
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Steve Lowtwait
To clarify, I don't think the typestyle needs to be simple as in minimalistic. I just think it's a bit heavy, blocky and western for a piece that's so touching and delicate.
Either way, I'm merely nitpicking and it's a personal opinion. Craig, it's a really nice work.
over 1 year ago
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Craig Henry
I appreciate the thoughts - Thanks Steve, Adam and Gedy!
over 1 year ago
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Kevin Sharon
great work!
over 1 year ago
love it!
over 1 year ago
Is it time for Winter, already?!
I think the type just needs to be loosened up a bit. I like it.
over 1 year ago
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Yaron Schoen
Question for you, what is this for? Are the graphics that you create intended for posters, greeting cards etc or just doodling for fun? If they are posters, where can I buy me one :)
over 1 year ago
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Craig Henry
Hi Yaron - I plan on posting some for sale on my site soonish. Thanks for the kind words :)
over 1 year ago
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Yaron Schoen
Craig, I am happy to hear that. Keep up the good work
over 1 year ago
Love the illustration! So sweet and good. I, too, think a lighter typeface could help this little guy along.
over 1 year ago
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Philip Renich
I wonder if what people see in the font, and dislike, is that it is very much an Old West typeface, the kind you'd see in a Wanted poster. Not only does it give it a very Western feel, but it both was and was not a simpler time ;-)
over 1 year ago
I love the version of this on your site without the text on it. Beautiful!
about 1 year ago