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Design Your Logo Like a Pro - A good logo catches the eye - it makes the observer curious or engaged.
The Art of Logo A comprehensive tutorial for the web covering creating logotypes, logograms, and heading graphics for the web
Free LogoTypes - This web site provides you with an opportunity to discover the world of logos, brands and trademarks. However, besides being just a resource for "logotype fans", the site is of a specific importance for designers and design studios that are involved in the logotype creation themselves.
Good Logo - This site is dedicated to the artform of the logo and its accompanied corporate identity.
Go Promos - Our stock logos are listed alphabetically so you can easily find your company or organization's image.
it Mark Online - Logomark colections.
Logo Design Revisited - Logos remain one of my favorite domains in both design practice and design theory. Reader interest prompted me to return to this topic once again, this time on the material of several commercial logo designs I recently created.
Logoed - logo inspiration for graphic designers
Logo in Process - Watch a logo being designed and learn from the process.
Logo Makeover - What do you do when there's a blank screen, or sheet of paper, staring you in the face and your customer is expecting a logo? Where do you begin?
Logomarket.com - designers present their designs to an interested public and to potential customers. The showcases contain both closed commissioned work and designs for sale at an attractive fixed price.Logotypes Russia - More than 5000 logos available in EPS and Vector graphics. You need to impress creative director at agency X tomorrow. You think of a great campaign for their client X. You need the logo - and you need it now... Start looking here.
LogoTypes from Maldolva - An archive of Logotypes from Maldova.
Logotypes - Archive of Logos.
The Making of a Logo - Takes you step by step through the process
Macromedia's Style Guide - Read about logos from Macromedia's Style Guide.
Nothing Up My Sleeve - Gary Dickson reflects on designing logos...
Satlogo.com - The world's radio & television channel logotypes and logotypes of satellite related entities.
Sport Logos - intends to become a premier net source for high quality sports logos.
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9 Keys to an Effective Logo - The right logo, with the right characteristics, will boost your visibility, credibility and memorablity – which means more business for you! These characteristics include: Consistency in use of your logo, tagline, materials. Repetition of similar elements, used in the same or similar ways, helps people to remember who you are and what you do. Memorability, so that your logo stays at the forefront of your potential clients' minds. That way, they'll think of you next time they have a need. Meaningfulness, so that your logo can spread the message about the distinguishing characteristics of your business.
Corporate Logo Design – 6 Keys to Success - A corporate logo design should be highly instrumental in building your corporate identity and should successfully exude the company’s attitude. The viewers must have some idea about the disposition, character, or fundamental values of your company through your logo. Following certain basic principles can ensure that your corporate logo design is professional easy to remember and creates a great impact on its viewers while successfully expressing the nature of your business. Go for Professional Logo Designers You might save a few dollars doing your own logo or getting it done from the next door boy who knows the basics of designing but if you are serious about your business you should always go for a professional logo design firm. Your corporate logo is your identity, your customers recognize you by your logo, so the more professional and sophisticated your logo is the better will be your customer’s impression about your company.
Coloring Your Logo – Pick Out the Best! - One of the important elements in making your web presence entails not only having a well-designed website. Your logo should be installed in your website before your start launching and broadcasting about your web site’s existence in the wide, wide world of the Web. As you seek to design your logo, the preeminent question would be – are the colors you picked for it, the right one? And of course, the right color of your logo will be able to set the mood and tone of the site. Mind you, some users and browsers are also very particular about logos. They are finicky at best and may just easily leave your web site after just a glance at your logo. Yes, it could make or unmake your web site’s ultimate success.
How do you Define a Good Logo Design? - Everyone wants his company logo to be the best but how good is good? How do we define a good logo? Is it necessary to be colorful or an exquisite piece of art? Can a simple design work as a good logo? We are often in a dilemma. Now to define a good logo design we first need to understand the purpose of having a logo. A corporate logo is one of the most essential branding elements for your company. It should be instrumental in building your corporate identity and should successfully exude the company’s attitude. The viewers must have some idea about the disposition, character, or fundamental values of your company through your logo. The functionality of a logo does not end here, I have not yet mentioned the most important function of a corporate logo. Your logo should be able to build a positive, strong and long lasting impression on existing and prospective customers. The very moment a person views your logo, even a part of it, he should think of your company.
Is Your Logo Helping or Hurting Your Business? - The quality of your logo can mean the difference between success or failure. It can be that simple! Trademarks and Logos make up the most international language in the world. An excellent logo can cross many barriers and provide your organization with a means of delivering to your customers an unequivocal and uniform message. Every successful company has its own "personality," and just as human personalities are complex, so too is your company's personality. A successful logo is a means of condensing a complex reality into a single, simple statement, one that can be controlled, modified, developed and matured over time.
The "Right" Logo - Logotype, commonly know as a logo, is a design, a graphic representation/image/trademark symbolizing one’s organization. Designed for instant identification, a logo can appear on company letterhead, advertising material and signs as an emblem by way of which the organization can easily be recognized. Originating in the 19th century, after a surge in industrial manufacturing that led to an increase in output, global distribution, and the commencement of competition, logos were created to differentiate between products within the same industry. Emblems or symbols were included on products, packages and labels so buyers could easily recognize the product they preferred. Logos revolutionized the advertising world. There was a time when only affluent organizations could afford their own crest, emblem or logo. They were, in some cases, a very detailed drawing with many objects. Cost was not an issue and more was considered better. Then, flags were used due to their larger format. They were visible from the craft fields and from long distances. Today, successful companies continue to say that "simpler is better". Especially when the world is advancing so rapidly, you have less and less time to impress your customers. Logo designs, now, are very stylish yet remain conservative, which makes them eye-catching and easier for the brain to memorize.
The Easy Way to Make a Club Logo - Are you a member of a club or association? Have you ever thought how much better your letterheads would look with your own club logo? How about a sign for your club with your logo and club name on it? Well, it is really very easy to make up your own logo. It will be unique to your club too. By using your computer and some copyright free clipart you will have a huge range of material to choose from. Here’s how to begin this exciting project.You are going to select suitable objects from the clipart package and use these to design your logo.
Logo Design Mania - Most companies crave to use their logo for more than jus a single application. Graphic designs that possess gradients, transparences and special effect filters tend to cost more to reproduce and often need to have an additional simplified version created.
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Infinity Logo Design - The wizards of logo design.
Logo Design - Logo design and corporate identity development.
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The Graphic Design industry is very competitive, and trust me, it can certainly get stressful and frustrating at times. However, it doesn?t always have to be that way. Here, I have broken down my design process. This is how I create my design layouts from start to finish. Basically, with some focus, structure, and a little bit of talent, creating rewarding and professional design work can be produced more efficiently and with less stress.
As a designer everyone has experienced a point where they just can no longer think of anything worth while. It?s in these situations when you have to reevaluate your perception of what works and what doesn?t. Use the following 20 tips to avoid and get through a tough designer's block.
Graphic Design and Typography are deeply connected. For that reason, I figure that most of you are going to love these free online font and type tools. Most, if not all, of these are very useful and I recommend that you use them when you have a chance. Below you will find the huge list of free browser-based font and type tools.
I have found a load of design related podcasts that I am sure will peak your interests. Just think of it as radio shows geared towards you and your love of design. You will even find Podcasts on Photoshop, Illustrator, Typography, Freelancing, as well as Web Design and Graphic Design.
I love Vector Magic, a free online vectorization tool. It is a really cool browser-based tool that can be used to turn a photograph into an illustration. It doesn't always succeed in getting that look that you might be looking for, but it does a pretty good job. I usually just use it to play around with photos to see what Vector Magic can do with it, but it also can be very useful if you want to convert a photo into an illustration. I started to wonder how many other vectorization tools and software packages there were out there and I was surprised to find out that there are a ton o them. Basically, most of these tools turn Raster / Bitmap / Photo Images into Line Art / Illustrations / Vector Art.
I am in love with vector shapes right now. I think they are so handy to have around when you are building a site. The way that you can stretch vectors without creating jaggy edges, makes them incredibly useful. Most of the time I just land up breaking them apart to use a curve that I like. I also love using them for as badges or buttons on web sites. I have collected a huge selection of free custom Photoshop shapes. If you download every single one of these, there are probably close to 15,000 free Adobe Photoshop shapes. There are more to come in Part II. Enjoy.
As graphic designers, we are always on the hunt for quality free clipart images to use in our designs. The problem is that often searching for clipart often brings back very inaccurate search results. Well, thanks to one of my friends, I have found a new site called Find Free Clipart which will make my life much easier the next time I search for clipart online.
Whether you?re right out of high school, a Mom looking for a career she can do from home, recently out of the Military or simply someone who feels they have a knack for design and is ready for a career change, consider that you have a few options on how to gain the skills you will need to pursue your dream job. But first, ask yourself some questions
As Graphic Designers, we are all creative individuals. I thought that most of you would love to know about all of the fantastic online drawing and painting tools that are available online. Not only are they fun, but they are also quite useful for sketching out some of our ideas. Some of these tools can also be used as design collaboration tools to use with your co-workers, clients, friends, teachers, and family. Enjoy and don't hesitate to send me links to online drawing tools that I might have missed.
Green Graphic Design: Why And How to be More Eco-Friendly by Angela Ferraro-Fanning of 13thirtyone Design Why Green Design? ?According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the world population is expanding at a mind-boggling rate. The world reached 1 billion people in 1800; 2 billion by 1922; and over 6 billion by 2000. It is estimated that [...]
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6 Million Downloadable Clipart Images for Graphic Designers
The Clipart.com collection of more than 10 million royalty-free clipart images, photos, illustrations, fonts, sounds and Web graphics provides creative professionals with the most choice at the best price. With a Clipart.com subscription, you pay one fee and download what you need.
May 27A New and More Accurate Search Engine for Finding Free Clipart
As graphic designers, we are always on the hunt for quality free clipart images to use in our designs. The problem is that often searching for clipart often brings back very inaccurate search results. Well, thanks to one of my friends, I have found a new site called Find Free Clipart which will make my life much easier the next time I search for clipart online.
Apr 26Podcast for Freelance Graphic Designers
Lindsay Marsh, owner of Marsh Graphic Design has created several audio and video podcasts she calls the Freelancer. They cover various topics related to the freelance graphic designer. She plans on doing these pretty regularly and from what we see there is a lot of potential here. I suggest you check them out. The [...]
Mar 7Hot in Graphic Design - A Superb Guide to Designing With Black
A Superb Guide to Designing With Black Many of the people who visit All Graphic Design are Graphic Designers and many of you are Web Designers. If you are a Graphic Designer, than you most likely know that many things can go wrong when sending your files to be printed. For one thing, colors never look [...]
Mar 6Hot in Graphic Design - Find Out if You are a Lousy, No Good Graphic Designer
Find Out if You are a Lousy, No Good Graphic Designer Hey, I bet you think you are the best Graphic Designer around, don't you?! Well, if you are brave enough, you should take a look at an article which will hit you where it hurts (if you are doing any of the 13 tell tale [...]
Mar 5Hot in Graphic Design - Examples of Good Graphic Design Portfolios
Examples of Good Graphic Design Portfolios This is a post on Astheria Design Blog that is in response to a previous post called "?My Last Portfolio Sucked, Yours Might Too"?. This articles includes pictures and links to Design portfolios that were designed with a goal in mind. All of these design portfolios have one thing in [...]
Mar 5Hot in Graphic Design - Some Online Printing Services I?ve Used
Some Online Printing Services I've Used - Personal Commercial Printers Review Whether you are a Graphic Designer or a Web Designer, we all need to use commercial printing services every once in a while. All freelancers, in fact, need to use printing services to print items such as business cards, printing labels, envelopes, letterhead, marketing materials, [...]
Feb 29Hot in Graphic Design - Should Graphic Designers Use Design Elements in Their Resume?
Should Graphic Designers Use Design Elements in Their Resume? I have always been told that utilizing design within a resume is the wrong thing to do, Graphic Designer or not. So when I saw this article title, it caught my eye and I had to read more. However, the author of this article doesn't agree with [...]
Feb 29Hot in Graphic Design - List of 120+ Free Photoshop Actions for Cool Designs
List of 120+ Free Adobe Photoshop Actions for Cool Designs I was excited when I found this huge list of free Adobe Photoshop actions, and I am guessing that you will be excited as well. Actions are the best way to speed up Photoshop tasks that you do on a regular basis, such as change an [...]
Feb 29Hot in Graphic Design - Logo Design Trends for 2008
Logo Design Trends for Graphic Designers in 2008 As a Graphic Designer, you might not think that trends are important when it comes to designing a logo. However, as you can see if you look at design archives, the art of Graphic Design changes. As a designer, you will need to keep on top of these [...]
Feb 27Hot in Graphic Design - Which Mac Should You Buy if You are a Graphic Designer?
Which Mac Should You Buy if You are a Graphic Designer? As a graphic designer, you might be in need of a new computer these days. If so, and you are interested in buying a Mac, which Mac should you buy? This is a question that is consistently posted on every design form across the net. [...]
Flash Programming: Interactive Online De
Flash Programmer needed to create Interactive Flash online design tool for printshop. Online Designer must allow users to create your artwork quickly and easily with standard designer features that l? Client is in Studio City, CA
Web Design for Healthcare Leasing
Number of pages (approx):5 My Industry: Healthcare Leasing facility I will provide the design feel. We won't be needing any functionality at this time. Informational only. We would like some flash ? Client is in Sarasota, FL
Website Design for Services
I prefer to work with designers located: prefer local, but anywhere. Number of pages (approx):10 My Industry: service industry We provide a service with a business model similar to zipar, except th? Client is in Boston, MA
Website and Logo Design for Home Theater
would like to work with a designer from Denver or surrounding areas. Number of pages (approx):1-6 My Industry: Audio/Video We will be ready to start tomorrow. I want to incorporate a crest logo i? Client is in Aurora, CO
Convert Adobe In Design Template File to
Hi, I have an .indd file that I need converted to Microsoft Word. The .indd file is professional quality. I would like for somebody to give me an identical template in Microsoft Word. I am much more ? Client is in Leawood, KS
Graphic Designs for Helium Balloons for
Number of pages (approx): My Industry: we are a helium balloon manufacturer, and now ranked no. 1 in terms of the production capability in china. we are after 30 to 40 design for every six months. t? Client is in Shanghai,
Graphic Design for Christian T-Shirt
trying to create a Christian line of tees the first would be a bible on a plat with knife and fork around it ? Client is in Brooklyn, NY
Logo and Packaging Design for Hair Color
My Industry:HAIR COLOR The product is hair color for body hair, particularly pubic hair. A logo will be needed, something cute, catchy , clean, sexy, but not too sexy, and it MUST HAVE THE RIGHT FONT? Client is in Fresno, CO
Website Design with Medieval Theme
Number of pages (approx): 12 I need a template for: something like this but a little more medieval http://www.templates.com/preview/flash-templates/ft-2231.html I have a large pic of a medieval to? Client is in Lav Vegas, NV
Graphic Designs for Childrens Clothing
We are a new children`s clothing line that specializes in tattoo type designs for children`s clothing. We are looking for designs for our fall line that have a tattoo type feel, but suitable for child? Client is in Scottsdale, AZ