iridescent_life (as reviewed by suchdainties)
[01] First Impression
The header and colors are really great. The journal has that indie, couture type vibe that makes the white and the warm colors meld perfectly. But I do have to say that long list of affiliates and credits (not under a cut) rather ruins my immediate satisfaction with the journal layout.
[02] Prominent Subjects
Actors/Actresses (most recently, nicole kidman and zooey deschanel), Alias, The O.C.
[03] Style
Although there is a lot of the typical icon fads included in some of these graphics, there are a few very unique ones where I can see a different style emerging. They're rare, but a few of them have a perfect, light and airy balance of light textures and image color alterations - with little tidbits of floral accents and textures here and there. It's really beautiful.
[04] Text
I don't know what setting you have your text on or what font you're using, but most of the black text seems way too chunky for the type of icons you're using them in. Most of your white text, comparatively looks a lot cleaner and daintier - appropriate for the icon.
[05] Miscellaneous
Plenty of easy to follow tutorials, some textures and dynamic wallpapers.
[06] Overall Impression
From 2005 onward, things have begun to pick up and a few quality icons are emerging - definitely something people would be interested in looking into. Everything before then is mostly beginner's work.
[07] Constructive Criticism (if any at all)
Don't get sucked into icon fads (oversharpening and blurring of the skin, little boxes, text brushes, etc.) - there are some really golden icons and graphics in your journal that deserve to be elaborated on. Work on your own unique style, because it's really great.
In addition, just because your text is so chunky, either try a different font or text setting, or even forget text altogether. I saw quite a few icons that would be stunning without any text at all.
[08](three) Personal Favourites
The header and colors are really great. The journal has that indie, couture type vibe that makes the white and the warm colors meld perfectly. But I do have to say that long list of affiliates and credits (not under a cut) rather ruins my immediate satisfaction with the journal layout.
[02] Prominent Subjects
Actors/Actresses (most recently, nicole kidman and zooey deschanel), Alias, The O.C.
[03] Style
Although there is a lot of the typical icon fads included in some of these graphics, there are a few very unique ones where I can see a different style emerging. They're rare, but a few of them have a perfect, light and airy balance of light textures and image color alterations - with little tidbits of floral accents and textures here and there. It's really beautiful.
[04] Text
I don't know what setting you have your text on or what font you're using, but most of the black text seems way too chunky for the type of icons you're using them in. Most of your white text, comparatively looks a lot cleaner and daintier - appropriate for the icon.
[05] Miscellaneous
Plenty of easy to follow tutorials, some textures and dynamic wallpapers.
[06] Overall Impression
From 2005 onward, things have begun to pick up and a few quality icons are emerging - definitely something people would be interested in looking into. Everything before then is mostly beginner's work.
[07] Constructive Criticism (if any at all)
Don't get sucked into icon fads (oversharpening and blurring of the skin, little boxes, text brushes, etc.) - there are some really golden icons and graphics in your journal that deserve to be elaborated on. Work on your own unique style, because it's really great.
In addition, just because your text is so chunky, either try a different font or text setting, or even forget text altogether. I saw quite a few icons that would be stunning without any text at all.
[08](three) Personal Favourites