I did this quote a while back and I want to show you how it evolved from my first design to this one. I love it because this quote hits home.
I grew up with very low self-esteem. I have always doubted that I can do something good and in every single thing I do, I always play it safe. I kept a low profile.
Eventually, I realize there is no one in this world who can really help me but myself. I have no memory where it all began but over time, I have developed this belief that if others can do it – so can I! From then on, I kept believing and I don’t wait for things to happen –
I MAKE THINGS HAPPEN.
So, here’s a little story of how this layout evolved.
This was my first layout of this quote. Somehow, people liked it and some have even sent me messages to purchase it. It was a good feeling. However, the designer in me can’t settle to sell this one. I knew I have to redo it. So I put selling it on hold until I have done a better version.
A few days ago I did this one. I like it better than the first one although the layout doesn’t look perfect and it has invisible flaws, that I can fix digitally.
With a little Illustrator help, I was able to give my old layout a twist that I like and something I can really be proud of.
Awesome message 🙂 Love your work .
Thank you so much Sherry!
Great message and the second layout definitely works better than the first. There’s always a benefit in coming back to something a little while after first creating it, so you can give it a new angle/spot what needs improving. Of course, we don’t always have the time to do that on tight deadlines, but even scheduling in a half day to do something else and come back to a design can make a difference.
This one took a long time to have a redo and it’s primarily because of the things you mentioned 🙂 but it really pays to get back to something with fresh eyes and fresh ideas