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I would change the way the photos are displayed, just doesn't work for me in the current format.
The about box needs to be padded properly on the right, to match the left.
I would maybe emphasise the upcoming events alot more, as that is what the site is for.
NO to the red star. :P
I like the banner and the newsletter sign-up section, works very well.
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Alan Horne commented:Yeah the 3 boxes should all be the same width. Also the text within the 'About' box, the padding on the left is more than that on the right, just looks off.
Not sure about the photos, just something to make them pop out a little more, a little backdrop on them or something, and less border.
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Great job on the edits!
There are few minor tweaks that I would make if I were the decision-maker.
1) Work on a logo and use it consistently throughout. You have a unique opportunity with that series of letters to go UBER-progressive with it. I would start with a nice sans serif (not helvetica, but one with more spice). Think MODERN.
2) "We'll keep you posted" needs to be cleaned up and made a lot smaller. Just seems way too large. Also, the button alignment bugs me.
3) I think someone mentioned this already, but the space around the white boxes should be equal on every side. Consider going with a solid white bg and use of a vertical rule.
Calendar looks great!
Still love the block of type header. Wonder if it could be larger?
Great job on the photo header! Perfect height.
I get what you're trying to do with the star ("grit" it up a bit), but I would suggest maybe a different treatment of the photo if you feel that it needs that vibe. Just be consistent from page to page and from piece to piece.
Seems like the next round could be a sign off.
When are you supposed to go live?
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Espree Devora commented:
Wow awesome!!!! Thanks. We'll go live with the new design when its ready. Don't wanna rush it. But the site itself is functional right now. It's super exciting. So you love the calendar. Lots of feedback that the calendar does not serve purpose. But seems if people are moved to click on it that is a great step.
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id like your headers to be in a similar style of type as your logo. . . it would really connect it all up. . .
what sports are you targeting this to? your target market stats "brand marketing professionals" but how does it relate? why do brand marketing professionals want to use this service>? what is their benefit?
id also like to see that main image rotate with soe other sports perhaps, unless you are only going for surfing? again, confused. .
don't like the star, its distracting. . . i would do something more pronounced with the logo, but Im more concerned with you having your message clearly defined and states. . .
it would also be nice to see some texture added to the top of that main image (that will hopefully be rotating soon!) so that line is incorporated a bit. .
the calendar - having that image or JS calendar doesnt really seem to serve a purpose besides telling me what day it is. id rather see more events and use that space a bit better. . .
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David Farley commented:I see your point on the calendar issue. I initially perceived that a little differently (more of a graphic element — read, "squishy button" — to click to get to the calendar. But I think I agree with you on this. It needs to be functional versus strictly graphic. If strictly graphic, make it MUCH smaller.
Good call.
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Shane Ernest commented:thanks david! seems like we are on the same page!
I think the calendar image is nice, but not useful! Id rather see the events than have to click on the calendar, be brought to another page, and then read some more. . .
i also liked your comments above =) again, we seem to be on the same page!
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Espree Devora commented:
Thanks guys! Do you find that you would click the calendar graphic? Because that is a success correct? What is I had more events but those particular event didn't relate to the viewer.
Shane, thanks for bringing me back to the foundation of my target market. It's super easy to get caught up in asthetics and forget why we are building it. I am going to work on that. The BEST job of communicating who they target and the benefits is Basecamp in my opinion. http://basecamphq.com/
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Shane Ernest commented:
pleasure! it can be a difficult balance keeping the audience in mind, but it's valuable!
i was working on a logo for a fishing light - a market and audience i've never worked with or new someone from. that was an interesting practice thinking like a fisherman or woman =-P
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...is still a bit uninviting, I would work on that.
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Espree Devora commented:
Thanks. What is uninviting about it. Do you have an idea of what you would like to see there. Much appreciation :)
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Miro commented:Maybe it's just because the rest of the content looks so good and "alive". This list-part looks very static compared to that. Is there a possibility to use graphics there? Maybe big red stylized ">"-buttons to lure the eye to look at them or something like that.
....something that would say "you should click me next".
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This is much more targeted than the last version...I think you've made the main thing the main thing. I really like the newsletter subscription, too...great call to action.
I might change the "About" title to something more targeted, like "Sponsor An Event" or something like that.
You might even have a tagline next to the logo that says something like..."one of the largest sports event databases on the web"...again, just to drive home the point...
I like this much better, though...this is miles above the last one in function.
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Doy Cave commented:oh, and no star. It's cool, but would eat space that could be used for something more efficient...
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Espree Devora commented:
Yea I was thinking rather than that about text to have call to action buttons directed to the market. I agree it is sooooo much better. I also like your idea of having the tagline again at the very top. Thank you so much!!!
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I like the top version here, starting to look good. Not sure about the background you have chosen. I like the bottom nav bar, though not sure if you can rely on that as your only navigation. The content area needs a little more detail work. The boxes are a bit too confining. I would try and come up with a different angle for the content. I would also theme the calendar to go along with your red, white and black color theme. The logo/header seems a little unfinished. I would try and make the header a little more separated. My final feeback is on the picture you chose. I love the action of the woman surfing, great action shot. However, for some reason or another the photo looks fake and super imposed. Not sure if you can fix that at all. Her body looks like a totally different skin tone than her face does.
Sorry for the long rambling feedback. You have a great direction here and I think this site will really be top notch once it is done!
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Espree Devora commented:
Thanks so much!!! This is great feedback. Will keep you posted.
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Hi,
The red star is killing the great shot you've put in the center. Most important : you should put back the 2 buttons Try it for free and Sign Up. It's the main goal of your site, specially on the homepage.
I'll change the frame of the "we'll keep you posted" area for something lighter. Ill modify the backgroung of the third page.
Bye
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Espree Devora commented:
Thanks. I am thinking about putting more specific call to action buttons in the About area renaming it. It seemed like it said try it and sign up but people wouldn't know what they are trying. What do you think?
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Mike Goignan commented:Well...I'll say you must think about a frame typed " What is all about?" with a explaning text and the take the tour/ sign in buttons. Maybe not in the About section...you must make some tries !
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I'd opt for no star, so if the main header images are rotating, the composition of the star could be dificult. All in all a great site design!
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Cool! Thanks for letting me know about the star. What "about" box padding? You mean that the 3 boxes are different sizes. you think they should all be the same? Also I see what you mean about more emphasis on the events. Hmmm Not sure what to do about that and keep it clean you know.. Do you have an example of something you have in mind that would work for the photos?