A proof is the moment to verify that a recreated file matches the agreed source. Specific feedback is faster to act on than saying the design does not feel right without identifying the element.
Compare structure first
Check wording, icon shape, proportions, and spacing against the reference. Look at details at normal viewing size and zoomed in. If the original is unclear, identify the interpretation you approve.
Describe corrections precisely
Mention the exact letter, curve, or color and how it should differ. Marking an image can help when directions are hard to describe. Group corrections in one response if possible.
Separate recreation from redesign
Changing a tagline or adding a new symbol may alter the agreed scope. Say so explicitly and ask for any updated quote before new work begins. An approved proof should still be checked against the delivered file set.
Use one prioritized correction list
Instead of sending several separate messages, compare the proof with your selected reference and list corrections in order. For example: ‘The second word needs a wider space before the final letter; the lower curve should match the left-side reference; please use the supplied blue value.’ This is an example of useful feedback, not a description of a real order. It tells the artist what to change without asking for an unspecified redesign.
Review before clicking approval
- Check spelling, punctuation, and number sequences.
- Compare shape, spacing, and alignment with the authoritative reference.
- Confirm colors and transparent background where relevant.
- Review the latest proof, since a replacement may supersede an earlier version.
A proof can show visual accuracy but does not replace checking that all agreed file exports open correctly after delivery.
Our process overview shows where artwork review and proof approval fit.
Should I approve a proof if one detail is uncertain?
Ask for clarification or a correction first. Approval should reflect the version you actually want delivered.
Ask for a free artwork quote
If you have existing artwork that needs recreating, send it for a free assessment before beginning the proof process.
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