:ROFLMAO::ROFLMAO::ROFLMAO:I think it would look better without the blue.
My number one design rule - NEVER use all capital letters. People just don't read that way. It looks unnatural.
If you are serious about becoming a sign artist, start by studying "Mastering Layout: Mike Stevens on the Art of Eye Appeal." McLogan's Sign Supply carries it (search them on Google) as well as other outlets. There are other good design books, maybe others can chime in with their favorites, but Mike Stevens' work is a great place to start.