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By: The Carlos Whittaker EP Album Cover | Ragamuffin Soul

The Carlos Whittaker EP Album Cover | Ragamuffin Soul — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 23:46:32 +0000

[...] on 06. Jan, 2010 by loswhit in Family, Music So a few weeks ago I asked you guys for your opinion on my EP cover. To rip it apart. Well I listened. Overall I heard that you guys wanted a cover that was…ME. [...]

By: Tanya

Tanya — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 13:52:52 +0000

#3- Great story it tells!

Just some wee suggestions.
Had you thought of a diff font for “Ragamuffin Soul” to help differentiate between your name and title. You could use a serif or a script. You might even try a diff color or burn the title into the image. If you drop the entire title just a wee bit you will help dissipate a bit of the tension between your name and the photo. Awesome hierarchy that way as well.

P.S.

love the top image…save it as I’m sure it can be used elsewhere! Maybe a single release…

May He bless you and keep you and cause His face to shine His fantastic self on you and yours. Keep on keepin on. Tanya

By: Amanda Mae

Amanda Mae — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 19:51:32 +0000

#1 Looks like a contemporary Christian album cover circa 1994. Like, You could replace your face and Name with Amy Grant, and it would fit.
#2 I really like 2, but it’s still not my fave.
#3 Is awesome. So compelling. I pick that one.

By: Andrew Allen

Andrew Allen — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:54:40 +0000

Using number 1 You will sell 3 CDs and give everything else away, maybe

I like number 2 the best for an EP cover. It exudes joy, personality, and happiness. People are attracted to happy people and will be interested in checking out something that could inspire happiness

I like number 3 but not for an EP cover. This would be better for a full length album. It’s very interesting artistically but doesn’t have quite as much instant pop appeal.

By: Doug

Doug — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 21:19:09 +0000

I prefer the laughing smiling you.

By: Chelsea

Chelsea — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 19:54:28 +0000

I don’t have a clear favorite, but here’s my opinion of all 3.

#1 is simple, aesthetically pleasing, perhaps a little boring. However, your expression conveys a sense of curiosity and thoughtfulness about Whom your singing.
#2 is happy, upbeat, perhaps a little shallow. I don’t think “ragamuffin soul” and think “cracking up.”
#3 is quiet, serene, contemplative. But it’s also too heavy on the left side. Have you tried it with the text flush-right? Or with smaller type?

By: Rebecca Boganwright

Rebecca Boganwright — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 19:35:10 +0000

I like them all, but the 2nd is my fav. Its you.

By: terrence

terrence — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 19:16:35 +0000

I am voting for photo #3. I “met” you through your tattoo segment on LA INK. I was just watching some episodes on YouTube and your story came on and grabbed my attention. I am also a tattooed,book/article/essay/poem/journal- writing,piano-playing,song-writing,marriage-endorsing,God worshiping human and I loved seeing you extend the reach of guys and girls like us through your choice to be open. I think the tattoo is a has a great story, but you do too and i believe it will be heard in the songs on you EP. Photo #3 is a great image and it’s candid enough to create a connection with the people who will buy it and experience the music.

By: Joanne Brunette

Joanne Brunette — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 12:59:05 +0000

No 3 does it for me.

By: Los

Los — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 03:53:17 +0000

I can’t believe you just commented on my blog