Halifax Development Coalition - Page 2

worldlyhaligonian · #21 Posted **Jul 18, 2009, 4:46 PM**

I'll PM you soon to discuss things.

Aya_Akai · #22 Posted **Jul 18, 2009, 5:00 PM**

Thanks guys!

Guess that year of graphic design kinda paid off

If there are any small tweaks to it you'd like to see done, I can do it no problem... I just did this up really quick in Illustrator the other night so I wouldn't forget my idea lol.

worldlyhaligonian · #23 Posted **Jul 19, 2009, 12:03 AM**

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Originally Posted by HaliStreaks

Thanks guys!

Guess that year of graphic design kinda paid off

If there are any small tweaks to it you'd like to see done, I can do it no problem... I just did this up really quick in Illustrator the other night so I wouldn't forget my idea lol.

For sure, I'll be in touch soon.

City_of_Lakes · #24 Posted **Jul 19, 2009, 4:27 AM**

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Originally Posted by Keith P.

Please, no sailboats, or lighthouses, or other cliche-ridden symbology relating to this part of the world.

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City_of_Lakes · #25 Posted **Jul 19, 2009, 4:32 AM**

1800's ...to 1980's...?

Aya_Akai · #26 Posted **Jul 19, 2009, 4:56 PM**

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Originally Posted by City_of_Lakes

1800's ...to 1980's...?

Well, that's all we've got...for now

worldlyhaligonian · #27 Posted **Jul 19, 2009, 6:04 PM**

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Originally Posted by HaliStreaks

Well, that's all we've got...for now

Lol, yeah... pretty much...

That's why we are trying to get this group of the ground.

Aya_Akai · #28 Posted **Jul 19, 2009, 6:17 PM**

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Originally Posted by worldlyhaligonian

Lol, yeah... pretty much...

That's why we are trying to get this group of the ground.

Aya_Akai · #29 Posted **Jul 21, 2009, 9:01 PM**

Here are a couple more refined ideas for the logo, I've done a few more little changes for a few other designs, but I think so far I enjoy the one with the text below the logo. But that's just me haha, what does everyone else think?

Dmajackson · #30 Posted **Jul 21, 2009, 9:04 PM**

^I like the one with the text on the top left corner (the last one).

It just seems like its made to fit that spot perfectly.

worldlyhaligonian · #31 Posted **Jul 21, 2009, 9:13 PM**

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Originally Posted by Bedford_DJ

^I like the one with the text on the top left corner (the last one).

It just seems like its made to fit that spot perfectly.

That was my suggestion... lets see what people think, the version with text underneath also looks good.

Aya_Akai · #32 Posted **Jul 21, 2009, 9:53 PM**

haha, I like em both a lot, but just remember ~talks like a graphic designer~ you'll have to think how it'll look at all sizes, from on a business card for example, to a billboard (hopefully some day ha)

If that logo has to be shrunk down, the text in the corner might be too small to read... well, I suppose I could come up with a card design if we needed it.. lol..

Anyway, I'm rambling... I'll shut up and let you all decide

DigitalNinja · #33 Posted **Jul 22, 2009, 2:07 AM**

I like the top left or bottom left.

City_of_Lakes · #34 Posted **Jul 22, 2009, 6:38 PM**

top right orr bottom left

phrenic · #35 Posted **Jul 22, 2009, 7:35 PM**

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Originally Posted by HaliStreaks

If that logo has to be shrunk down, the text in the corner might be too small to read... well, I suppose I could come up with a card design if we needed it.. lol..

Yep, I'd come up with a version that has the image scaled down the size of the text. That way the text will be readable if the logo ever has to be shrunk or placed alongside other logos. Right now the graphic elements are taking up about 70-90% of your bounding area depending on the version. Obviously this won't be a text-based logo with minimal graphics, but the idea is for the text to not be overpowered by the graphic.

Of course, it may be useful to have both; a 'stacked' version(above) and a horizontal version (with the image scaled to the text size).

Are you doing this in illustrator? You could add some subtle blues, greys and greens to reflect the colouring of purdy's and the town clock. It would be good to have a colour version too.

Anyway now I'm rambling. Those are just a few thoughts.

Doggard · #36 Posted **Jul 22, 2009, 8:26 PM**

Overall I like the concept. Here's my two cents.

I think the thin lines that define the corner of the right hand side building could be removed, they might become muddled or disappear when the image is reduced in size, and I think the buildings are recognizable enough that the image would be understood. I also think it's important to have consistent line weights throughout, that way they aren't "fighting" with eachother. The clock tower looks good, maybe remove the tiny swoosh from the top (below the ball)? Also, the size of the type should relate more closely with the size of the image (or vice versa). Perhaps try laying out the type first, and then look for those places that the image part of the logo would fit well. I find when designing logos that looking at other logos is a great help. Try scoping out www.logodesignlove.com.
I think the concept is great! Keep up the good work!

Dmajackson · #37 Posted **Aug 25, 2009, 3:47 AM**

I'm sure some people have already figured this out but just in case;

Due to some personal matters some people interested in the HDC have pulled out which leaves me and maybe one or two others. Due to school coming up though (and my age doesnt help much) I won't be able to go any further with the HDC for the coming months. I am still hopeful to get the group up and running at some point in the future.

If anybody has the time and dedication to getting the group up and running I will gladly explain what has been done so far and will help out in anyway possible. Just private message or email me if you have any questions or are willing to help ...

DJ