PC Workshop Logo Competition $50 prize

[PCWshop]

Hi All, (Admin code added by Palmer - G489711Y)

Contest: Company Logo Design
Prize: $50
Deadline: Mid June/End of June at the latest


Overview: I am about to start a new Company providing Computer Repairs either at my own Workshop Premises or on the Customers
own Residence. Apart from repairs I will also be selling Computers, components, etc.

Target Market: My Target Market is the Home User and small Businesses

Company Image: Im open to everything. Ive looked through the Forum & I am Impressed with everyone`s work. Theres no Style in Particuar that Im looking for.. But the amount of Colours are!!!

Logo Considerations:
I am looking for a logo that can be used on pretty much everything... From advertisements, to Web Site Logo.... Also it will need to be Scalable

Colors: Again Colours are Open. But it must stand up to print & scaling... I dont like Red but yellow & orange is Ok.. along with just about everyother colour!!!

Some Details to Help You....
My Company Name is The PC Workshop Limited.
Company Motto - Let your IT Problem be Our IT Problem - That doesnt have to be part of the logo though..... or maybe in a feint Grey....

Cheers Guys 'n' Galls

[PCWshop]

Just to add.... It doesnt Matter so Much about the amount of Colours, Just as Long as it still looks Ok In Black, White & Gray

[ElKootcho]

Just to give you a heads up - since your deadline is so far away (late june/early july) you probably won't get too many entries very soon. Don't give up hope. They will come!

[PCWshop]

Ahh, Cheers, I guessed that was the Reason....
Gives you all more time to work on it :lol2:

[PCWshop]

Just needed to move the deadline forward a Little...

Mid June to End of June the Latest (I hope to be up & running in July... Forgot about adding time for staionary print, etc)

[FTIGraphix]

Am I too late? ;)

<img src='http://www.ftigraphix.com/images/pcworkshop.gif[/img]

[Julie]

Here's my shot at it--any comments are appreciated!

[PCWshop]

Hey,

FTIGraphix

Looks Good :) Im not convinced about the Monitor though, I kinda like the Swoosh thing though! I'd also like to see a few different variations in the font if possible.. I like the way the Slogan has been worked in as well - But I`d prefer to see samples without the Slogan, as I think Slogans are a bit of a 'Cliche'.. Oh & I like the colour, Everytime I try & do somthing I end up using Blue

JulieT

hi, I think thats too Bold & Modern for me sorry. I think it would look good on top of a Webpage, But Im not to sure it would carry well onto Vehicles.... Can you try somthing else? Approach from a different Angle...

[Julie]

Ok--here's another try. Since you'd like this for so many different uses, I used some very simple symbols--and a style very easily reproducible in print. I also worked with the blues you like so much. Again, feedback is welcome!

http://www.bohtieque.com/design/pcwork2.gif
http://www.bohtieque.com/design/pcwork3.gif

:D

[FTIGraphix]

connecting parts-workshop

http://www.ftigraphix.com/images/pcworkshop2.gif

[PCWshop]

Hi, Both looking good.

Im not really looking for any Fancy Graphics, Id prefer the emphasis to be on the Actual Company Name....

Feel free to Drop the Limited if needed and just work on PC Workshop (the Word 'The' isnt to important either..)

My feeling about logo`s is people remember the Logo, but not always the Company, as Im only a 1 man band, I need the
Name to be remembered......

I like elkootch Greenquest Logo in that competition.... and other people`s that look similair... Basically I like things that have Impact :D

[Victoria]

Yes I can read that FTI :lol: :tup:

[comludos]

I wonder, just out of curiosity, if subliminal messagese are allowed on the Internet, anyone care to clarify, maybe in another thread, sorry to intrude :ph34r: PCW.

http://www.designoutpost.com/forums/index....&st=0#entry7556 (http://www.designoutpost.com/forums/index.php?s=&act=ST&f=2&t=608&st=0#entry7556)

[Victoria]

Hmmm. :huh: Anywho..
PC Workshop entry ahoy! :lol2:
The first is a keyboard button with the word Help on, symbolising what your company is about. The second... I....um...er... :lol2:
<img src='http://inertia.dilloway.net/DO/pcworkshop.jpg[/img]

[Julie]

OK--right now I'm working with what graphics I'd created before and I've downplayed them, but it you would like me to go in a completely different direction, I can :)

<img src='http://www.bohtieque.com/design/pcwork4.gif[/img]

[PCWshop]

Yep, please go in a different direction, as I said.. theres nothing there that draws me to the company name

[Victoria]

Any feedback on my entry? :)

[PCWshop]

Originally posted by Victoria@May 12 2003, 06:54 AM
Any feedback on my entry? :)
As above, Its to basic & not eye catching.....

[Victoria]

Perhaps better feedback would produce better entries.. does this mean I should scrap the idea or just make the colours brighter? Please advise. :)

[john]

thought id throw my hat into the ring. comments appreciated.

[jmberra22]

Here are a couple entries...

[PCWshop]

Originally posted by Victoria@May 12 2003, 10:32 AM
Perhaps better feedback would produce better entries.. does this mean I should scrap the idea or just make the colours brighter? Please advise. :)
Scrap it. I like somthing thats Vibrant & Stands out. Colours Im pretty open to as I like a large selection of colours & some colours work better with different designs.

[Juvanescence]

Click.

[PCWshop]

Originally posted by john@May 12 2003, 10:51 AM
thought id throw my hat into the ring. comments appreciated.
Hi John, Nice start, but it seems to be lacking somthing thats eye catching for me... Please Keep trying..

Also, can you try more fancy Fonts? Im not to keen on the colours either :(

God this tough, It makes me sound like a right B*$%£!d :lol2:

[FTIGraphix]

http://www.ftigraphix.com/images/pcworkshop4.gif

[PCWshop]

Originally posted by jmberra22@May 12 2003, 12:30 PM
Here are a couple entries...
Hi,

Im not fussed on the Top one.. The red square reminds me of the 'As seen on TV' Logo

I do like the 2nd one, can we see it in different colours? Possibly a Blue Version, Bluey Green, etc.

I also like the 3rd one, Unfortunately the Shadowing/Gradients would cause a Problem in Print :(

[PCWshop]

Originally posted by j-design@May 12 2003, 02:25 PM
Click.
Looks OK, Im not to sure on the Pointer Arrow.. Colours Look Good & I like The Circles :)

Could I see some variation? and possibly a few other Fonts?

[PCWshop]

Originally posted by FTIGraphix@May 12 2003, 02:26 PM
http://www.ftigraphix.com/images/pcworkshop4.gif
Looking Good :)

Can we see the 1st one with some sort of Swoosh? Im not to fussed on sharp Angles!

I like the 2nd one..... Is possible to see variations/colours?



Keep up the Good Work Everybody :tup:

[jmberra22]

Here is the second logo with some color variation, and the third with some variation in design....thanks for the feedback!

[PCWshop]

Originally posted by jmberra22@May 12 2003, 03:26 PM
Here is the second logo with some color variation, and the third with some variation in design....thanks for the feedback!
I can see the ones on the Left a Bit Bigger? Not fussed on the bottom 3 colours...

Can you try Blue? I prefer the logo Buttons in Orange than Black as well :tup:

[Palmer]

Jackie, are you saving those as high quality png's or jpegs? They look a little muddy :huh:

[FTIGraphix]

http://www.ftigraphix.com/images/pcworkshop5.gif

[jmberra22]

Palmer, they are JPEGs, I had to save that particualr file as a medium, for some reason it wouldn't allow me to save higher. I will recreate the file again and see if it allows me to save as a high jpeg. On my other computer they didn't look to muddy, but now I really see the difference... :huh:

[FTIGraphix]

http://www.ftigraphix.com/images/pcworkshop6.gif

[Julie]

http://www.bohtieque.com/design/pcwork5.gif

[ElKootcho]

My first entry into your competition.

[sparkie]

Here's my entry :) Feedback is always appreciated!

[jmberra22]

Some more variations....if you have ideas as to where you think you would like specific colors, please let me know, and I will change the logo to fit your needs. Thanks.

[Juvanescence]

Swoosh....

[PCWshop]

I will give some updates tomorrow :tup: Your all making this difficult

[FTIGraphix]

http://www.ftigraphix.com/images/pcworkshop7.gif

[PCWshop]

:blink: I knew was this was going to be tough :blink:

FTIGraphix - I like it, but its not quite what Im looking for (thats the one with the semi circle above & below the Text)

JulieT - Like the Idea Using the Power Symbol :) But again its not the type of thing im looking for sorry... :(

ElKootcho - Theres isnt anything there that would make me remember my Company Name, Im looking for somthing different :help:

Sparkie - Sorry, Its not the type of thing Im looking for :(

Jimberra22 - Still Looks good :) - The big version you done, Can I see that it other blue's & possibly alter the Orange to Match.. & could you try & give the Outline Word 'work' a Glowy Look (if thats possible!!) - Still looks Good :tup:

Jdesign - I Really Like That :D :tup:

FTI Graphix - Prefer that one to the other set.... But I prefer Jumberra & Jdesigns.......

God, That was Tough, I sound Like a Heartless B*$*!d after that

[jmberra22]

Here are some with a "GLOW"... I think I got it now!!

:rolleyes:

[PCWshop]

Originally posted by jmberra22@May 14 2003, 01:24 PM
Here are some with a "GLOW"... I think I got it now!!

:rolleyes:
Where ? :lol2:

[jmberra22]

They have such a glow, you cannot see them.... :D

[FTIGraphix]

:flex:

<img src='http://www.ftigraphix.com/images/pcworkshop8.gif[/img]

[Juvanescence]

Fancy some text.....

A slightly different approach. Initials PC also double as company ident/logo. Can be used seperately......

[Juvanescence]

Originally posted by FTIGraphix@May 14 2003, 07:54 PM
:flex:

<img src='http://www.ftigraphix.com/images/pcworkshop8.gif[/img]
Hmmmm....

[Palmer]

Speak up j-design. What's up?

This?
http://www.designoutpost.com/forums/uploads/post-4-1052852972.jpg

[FTIGraphix]

Do you think I'm ripping your ideas? :huh:

He said he wanted swooshes. Even after my first one (the first entry of the contest)....which had the similiar swooshing motion just with an arrow.

I hope you don't think I'm infringing. I didn't take any part of your logo into consideration when desinging that, just the guys suggestions, and what I felt looked good.

I personally think they look nothing alike, from feel-to colors, etc.

[Julie]

I know--this is probably not your style, but I'll put it out there just in case :).

Julie

<img src='http://www.bohtieque.com/design/pcwork6.gif[/img]

[FTIGraphix]

:cool2:

<img src='http://www.ftigraphix.com/images/pcworkshop9.gif[/img]

[Juvanescence]

Its just a little too close to the mark, feel free to keep it though. What made me notice more was the fact you originally quoted what the contest holder said about my design before adding your own spin to it.

We are in the design "team" so if it helps the site you can do what you wish. :)

[PCWshop]

Stop the Bickering :P

Its still a tossup between the 2 Earlier entiries!!!! :lol:

[Victoria]

:)
<img src='http://inertia.dilloway.net/DO/pcworkshop2.jpg[/img]

[FTIGraphix]

No I didn't J-design? I originally quoted what he said about my design. I changed it though after it seemed someone edited the emotion (palmer I suppose) I had from the banging on the brick wall to a smiley face. Because someone edited it, I thought it would be best to just get rid of the quote.

You must have misread it.

Sorry about all this anyway....

[Juvanescence]

Originally posted by FTIGraphix@May 15 2003, 07:09 PM
No I didn't J-design? I originally quoted what he said about my design. I changed it though after it seemed someone edited the emotion (palmer I suppose) I had from the banging on the brick wall to a smiley face. Because someone edited it, I thought it would be best to just get rid of the quote.

You must have misread it.

Sorry about all this anyway....
It matters not to me. All's fair in love and...um...graphics. :blink: :lol:

[Palmer]

Guilty. The emoticon looked like you were frustrated with making revisions which is not the case now is it? ;)

[FTIGraphix]

:lol2: I was having second thoughts of posting that, because I thought it might be taken wrong. No actually I put that emotion because he didn't really like my last few entries or show, and I used the emotion to show how I was punishing myself for not coming up with something he liked.

Anyways, he didn't like my new entry either :bash: , so I'll come up with some new ideas, and try to stear clear from anyone elses design ;)

Again sorry J-Design. I'll pay more attention before coming up with something.

<edit>by the way Palmer, when you edited the post, you should have kept the 'edit' text at the bottom so I could have known it was you. I thought I was going crazy or something, the way the emotions just changed like that :lol: </edit>

[PCWshop]

It didnt say I didnt Like it, I think it looks great, But I keep getting drawn to the 2 from earlier, but I cant decide which one!!!

[FTIGraphix]

:unsure:

<img src='http://www.ftigraphix.com/images/pcworkshop10.gif[/img]

[PCWshop]

Originally posted by FTIGraphix@May 15 2003, 06:27 PM
:unsure:

<img src='http://www.ftigraphix.com/images/pcworkshop10.gif[/img]
Looks Good :tup: can I see the 1st in other colours please

Your all making this difficult for me :lol2:

[jmberra22]

PCWShop,

What did you think about the "glow"? Any other comments or suggestions? Thanks.

Jackie

[jmberra22]

:)

[PCWshop]

Hi, The Glow wont work as In Print (Magazine, newspapers) It would cost me a Fortune :lol: for the ink!

[FTIGraphix]

I can change them into any specific colors. Just ask....

http://www.ftigraphix.com/images/pcworkshop11.gif

[Raja]

http://24.192.15.159/4fun/pcw.gif

[Palmer]

What's a Workhop? :blink: :D

[Victoria]

Ahh yes. Photoshop doesn't have a spellchecker? :blink:

[FTIGraphix]

Who says he uses Photoshop? ;)

[Victoria]

He did. :lol2:

[FTIGraphix]

ahh well. I guess the apprentice team doesn't get the inside info..... <_<

[Raja]

It's an ingredient they mix with barley which allows alcoholic beverages ferment and then to be consumed during computer working hours. This activity is encouraged by the Canadian government.
Cheers, back to work
:drink:

<img src='http://24.192.15.159/4fun/pcw2.gif[/img]

[coxy]

My version of Photoshop has a spell checker ?!? :huh:

[jmberra22]

Here are some with color changes. :)

[jmberra22]

Is this the kind of blue you are looking for?

[PCWshop]

yea :D

[jmberra22]

color test

[jmberra22]

so many color variations, so little time.... like any of these? :unsure: The blue, is the same blue, but for some reason it looks strange, I will try and fix that....

Personally, I like that particular color blue with either green or orange...what do you think?

[PCWshop]

Yep I like.. can we try a stronger/richer Orange for the buttons??? Also can you try and make the word 'work' the same colour as the Buttons :blink: the green is a little to bright, only a little though!!

[jmberra22]

Hi there, here are some more variations. If you go to this website and see an orange you like, I can match it! And if you see any other color you like, it can be switched out--Like if you see a better blue, if you found a blue on that list it would work out better, b/c then I can give you a vector image.

http://www.thesignfactory.com/pantone.html

:D

Thanks, Jackie

[Julie]

Jackie,

FYI--You probably shouldn't include the comma in the tagline. The English teacher in me can't keep her mouth shut! :D

Juile

[jmberra22]

That is not really up to me, if PCWShop wants it out, I will take it out. Thanks for the suggestion. :)

[PCWshop]

Right, Ive decided to go With Jmberra22 Design,

Just trying to workout on the colours & maybe one or 2 touches!!!!

Not sure what happens Next!!

But Jmberra Can I see the Logo without the S sloaping off!!! - Still not convinced about the 2nd colour!!!

Can I see maybe some Dark Colours? Maybe Black? Dark Purple/Violet, etc.

[jmberra22]

Hi PCWShop, here are some darker colors. I also straightened out the S. Did you get a chance to look at the website I recommended? I am more than happy to make any changes you want!
:D

Thanks, Jackie

[PCWshop]

Can you make the S the same size as it was in the slant? it just looks a little out of place!!!

Also can you PM/email me the name of the package you use to create the Logo, Cos If I can change the colours myself It'll be easier for me to play around with!!

[Palmer]

Originally posted by PCWshop@May 21 2003, 05:11 PM
Right, Ive decided to go With Jmberra22 Design,

Just trying to workout on the colours & maybe one or 2 touches!!!!

Not sure what happens Next!!
Just do what you're doing. Work out the details either in the forum or by email. I'll go ahead and pay Jackie the prize money. Thanks for your contest.

Congratulations Jackie! :clap:

[jmberra22]

Hi PCWShop, I have posted this black and white version for you to grab off of the post and try coloring yourself. I have also increased the size of the S. Please contact me if you need further assistance. Thanks. :D

[PCWshop]

I cant do nothing with the above logo as its in compressed Jpeg, the colours dont fill properly or anything :tdown:

[Palmer]

Jackie, you'll need to work this out by email. You can send him the files in various formats including the layered file if he wants to change the colors in the future.

PCWShop, there's a certain skill and software needed for changing the colors to make it look right. If you give Jackie some specific colors she can do it for you. Feel free to work it out though email and let me know if there are any problems.

Thanks,
Palmer