Thank you so much Tanea! It’s so easy to catch creative differences earlier in the project rather than later.

I make moodboards for myself, and I share them with the client just to show where my vision is going. That way, if they view the moodboard and are conflicted about something, we can stop it right there. I also use the moodboard as a way to present patterns and font styles, because I’d rather express it that way than in a document.

And you’re so right about types of clients. It’s great to work with people who share your creative vision, but it’s also humbling and rewarding to work with the ones you mentioned.

Victoria, it’s ok to not have a process in the beginning! I think we all sort of look for a process. Here are some amazing books to check out –
http://www.amazon.com/Graphic-Design-Process-Problem-Solution/dp/1856698262
http://www.amazon.com/Graphic-Design-Thinking-Briefs/dp/1568989792/ref=pd_sim_b_1/179-2188801-8961535
http://www.amazon.com/Designing-Brand-Identity-Essential-Branding/dp/1118099206/ref=pd_sim_b_3/179-2188801-8961535
http://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Type-2nd-revised-expanded/dp/1568989695/ref=pd_sim_b_9

Along with some great articles –
http://www.smashingmagazine.com/2009/08/26/vital-tips-for-effective-logo-design/
http://vector.tutsplus.com/tutorials/designing/the-logo-design-process-for-ultimate-potential/
http://www.1stwebdesigner.com/inspiration/50-concept-completion-logo/

They know! lol it’s just our aesthetics are usually quite different from our clients. Different strokes I guess? I want someone to pick my favorite just once ;P

Being more transparent is a goal of mine with this new site! Hopefully, I can make things happen. Thank you Jessica!

Sigh. I don’t even frequent places like Fiverr just because nothing good can come of it. I’d love to work with more people who are out of state but for now, central Florida has us pretty tied up!

Hopefully some time in the very near future!

Food is the best! I’m usually too busy to take a full meal meeting but maybe next time that’ll be our approach! I’m always doing the presentation decks and showcasing styles that may appeal as well. 🙂