National Parks

[MarkMo]

Recently joined a group to help support the National Parks through an e-commerce site. The organization is in the developement stage right now.

Name of the 501© org is Park Headheadquarters.

Seeking logo inputs and possibly Web templates. Not sure of the results so the others are not committed to making a payment. However they have agreed that if one is accepted and used a payment of $100-$200 would be well justified.

Initial concept is to have an image of cabin-like headquarters building in a meadow with mtns and/or stream. Next to the image would be the name in a vintage style or history or appropriate to the concept. Earth tone colors, Yellowstone N.P. may be an emphasis but prefer to keep it general for all park lovers of all parks.

Site template would have to support forums, links, maybe banners, and e-commerce.

Time is a little important here so maybe by the end of the week I might have some samples.

What else?

[Victoria]

Is this a non-profit organization?

[MarkMo]

In the process of requesting nonprofit approval now.

[MarkMo]

Is there not interest in this one? What are we missing? Would it require a prize?

[Palmer]

Just caught us at a busy time. I'm signing on some new designers to help with the contests. It's just a matter of them finding the time to help. Sorry for the slow response. :(

[MarkMo]

Any questions?

[FTIGraphix]

Would you need the coding to be done on the template, or just the design?

[Michael]

Hi, I will have something tomorrow (Friday). Is the image connected in anyway or there just as an example of what you would like to see?

I'm thinking of tracing the cabin, trees and mountain then incorporating that into the logo, does that appeal? This is for the logo I’m sure FTI will come up with an excellent site template..if not I’ll step in :lol:


Michael

[FTIGraphix]

Originally posted by 2square@Jun 19 2003, 04:11 PM
This is for the logo I’m sure FTI will come up with an excellent site template..if not I’ll step in :lol:


Be my guest :)

[lang]

I'll see if I can squeeze some time in to throw together a template for you, but my desk is about to collapse with all the work I have yet to finish. Will try though. :blink:

[MarkMo]

Originally posted by FTIGraphix@Jun 19 2003, 03:15 PM
Would you need the coding to be done on the template, or just the design?
Just the design. There is another doing the actual coding with and html editor.

[MarkMo]

Originally posted by 2square@Jun 19 2003, 04:11 PM
Hi, I will have something tomorrow (Friday). Is the image connected in anyway or there just as an example of what you would like to see?

I'm thinking of tracing the cabin, trees and mountain then incorporating that into the logo, does that appeal? This is for the logo I’m sure FTI will come up with an excellent site template..if not I’ll step in :lol:


Michael
Image is not connected. Just a concept picture.

Tracing the image does appeal.

Thanks much!

[MarkMo]

coool! Thanks all!

[FTIGraphix]

Originally posted by MarkMo@Jun 19 2003, 08:43 PM
Originally posted by FTIGraphix@Jun 19 2003, 03:15 PM
Would you need the coding to be done on the template, or just the design?
Just the design. There is another doing the actual coding with and html editor.
Great. Then look for something soon.

[Julie]

This uses a classic-looking font with a woodsy scene. Any suggestions or feedback is always welcome!

Julie

[Michael]

Hello,

Your thoughts..

http://www.2square.co.uk/contests/park.jpg


Michael

[novapages]

Name of the 501© org is Park Headheadquarters.

Just checking, it is Park Headheadquarters then -- with two heads? Would Park Head Headquarters be alright or do the two heads need to be together?

[MarkMo]

Park Headquarters. Only one. Sorry for the typo.
Julie and Michael.

Both of you have great images!

Leaning towards Michaels. Very impressive. I like it!

Michael, can you detail logs in the cabin, and no shading on the roof? And less windows. I'm a little concerned about the image in a smaller size. And detail some rock impressions on the foundation (just lines I;m thinking)? #1 and #2 are both good. It may be great to have both versions of a logo for different applications.

How about a stylistic font? The closest I've found is "Algerian". But something rustic 1890's would be interesting.

[novapages]

Originally posted by MarkMo@Jun 20 2003, 01:45 PM
Park Headquarters. Only one. Sorry for the typo.
Julie and Michael.

Both of you have great images!

Leaning towards Michaels. Very impressive. I like it!

Michael, can you detail logs in the cabin, and no shading on the roof? And less windows. I'm a little concerned about the image in a smaller size. And detail some rock impressions on the foundation (just lines I;m thinking)? #1 and #2 are both good. It may be great to have both versions of a logo for different applications.

How about a stylistic font? The closest I've found is "Algerian". But something rustic 1890's would be interesting.
Cool, well if you're pretty happy with Michaels so far then I think I'll let him work on it. I've hurt my wrist and ought to be resting it. :(

[Michael]

Hello thanks for the feedback, here are some changes..

Anything else let me know

http://www.2square.co.uk/contests/park2.jpg

Have I got the right font?


Michael

[MarkMo]

yes, that font is the Algerian I have. But if you have a better style, we are open to it.

Good on the logs and windows. Can you drop the door on the right side ? The other person in the 'prototype' process will be able to see them Sat.

How about a version without the foundation rocks and just continue logs down? for her to see Sat.

[Michael]

Hello again,

As requested, again your thoughts..

http://www.2square.co.uk/contests/park3.jpg


Michael

[MarkMo]

Michael, Good progress.

How about #6 with some changes?
Let's go back to the orginal windows.
Drop the angled beam on the front left corner.
Darken the log lines just slightly.
And the perspective of the front corner (where it used to be rock) needs to be aligned.
Perspective is also off on da roof line.... r. lower eave looks lower than l. eave. Not sure of the correction though...
No stepping stones in the 'bordered' image.

[Michael]

Originally posted by MarkMo@Jun 21 2003, 11:16 AM
Michael,  Good progress.

How about #6 with some changes?
Let's go back to the orginal windows.
Drop the angled beam on the front left corner.
Darken the log lines just slightly.
And the perspective of the front corner (where it used to be rock) needs to be aligned.
Perspective is also off on da roof line.... r. lower eave looks lower than l. eave.  Not sure of the correction though...  
No stepping stones in the 'bordered' image.

Thanks for the feedback, yes I agree with you it does look out of perspective. No problem I work on it and post it up tomorrow (Sunday) that Ok with you?


Michael

[MarkMo]

You bet.

[Michael]

Hello again,

Changes as requested, the only thing I didn't do was get rid of the angled beam I added another at the back, if you want them both off just let know.

http://www.2square.co.uk/contests/park4.jpg


Michael

[MarkMo]

good good good. I like the two beams!

Can we add a chimney and drop the lines on the roof (#8) and the algerian font?

On the early versions I recall the windows a little more bluish... that's preferred.


Only resting questions is the door.
Can it be closed like before and as a second option with only one or two small windows? what do you think about the door appearance?

mark

[Michael]

Originally posted by MarkMo@Jun 22 2003, 01:52 PM
good good good. I like the two beams!

Can we add a chimney and drop the lines on the roof (#8) and the algerian font?

On the early versions I recall the windows a little more bluish... that's preferred.


Only resting questions is the door.
Can it be closed like before and as a second option with only one or two small windows? what do you think about the door appearance?

mark
Thanks again for the feedback.

Chimney! I was thinking of adding one with some smoke on my last submission :tup:

Blue windows no problem, the door!! are you saying you want it closed and less windows in it?? The door is supposed to be open but when the image is set to small you can't tell so yes would look better closed.

No problem, will do it later as there is a Bond movie on Tv..can't miss that (tho I have seen it before) :D


Michael

[MarkMo]

Yes, I'm sure Bond would want a fireplace inside if he happened upon the cabin with a lovely female mtn 'guide.'

As for 'blue' = the same you started with.

Yes, door closed with small windows. Maybe 4? Like a square divided in 4.... Or one of small size... Something a park ranger would have... Or just a door with the impression of a sign" park hq" on the door... I'm a little lost as to the exact image...

Chat Monday.

[MarkMo]

Any other contenders???

Michael's design would be tough to be....

[Michael]

Yep Bond always gets the ladies...

Anyway is this Ok..

http://www.2square.co.uk/contests/park5.jpg

Used another font on the bordered image.


Michael

[MarkMo]

Chimney I was envisioning is more like the Lincoln Logs chimney. Are you old enough to know of the Lincoln Logs??? B)

Just a pop out of the top roof line. Square top. No smoke.

see here http://lincolnlogs.knex.com/

[Michael]

Originally posted by MarkMo@Jun 23 2003, 03:26 PM
Chimney I was envisioning is more like the Lincoln Logs chimney. Are you old enough to know of the Lincoln Logs??? B)

Just a pop out of the top roof line. Square top. No smoke.

see here http://lincolnlogs.knex.com/
cough..cough i'm 31 this year, but seeing as i'm from the UK never heard of them..but shouldn't be a problem to change if that's what you prefer.


Michael

[Michael]

Is this any better? just about see the chimney

http://www.2square.co.uk/contests/park6.jpg



Michael

[MarkMo]

yes good chimney location on #10. But agree it's hard to see. How about switching the color of the trees. Or just the going from dark to the lighter green?

[Michael]

Any better?

http://www.2square.co.uk/contests/park7.jpg


Michael

[MarkMo]

I was outruled on the tree coloring. Needs to go back to #10. Then I think we're done.

Can #10 be dropped into the bordered outline of #11 also?

Then as for format:
What are your standard file formats for it? Do you have a standard release of copyright? Any details involved here?

It is very likely we'll use this on the site and offer you a payment. Does it go through this Site (palmer)? We'd be interested in offering it as a larger payment if it were treated as a sale on our site...like a gift certificate ??? But being from teh U.K. you may not have much interest, eh? Ever visit the States?


Any interest in thowing out a Web site template? This is where we are at right now: http://www.parkheadquarters.com/parkheadquarters.htm

[Michael]

Originally posted by MarkMo@Jun 26 2003, 09:19 PM
I was outruled on the tree coloring.  Needs to go back to #10.  Then I think we're done.  

Can #10 be dropped into the bordered outline of #11 also?

Then as for format:  
What are your standard file formats for it? Do you have a standard release of copyright? Any details involved here?

It is very likely we'll use this on the site and offer you a payment.  Does it go through this Site (palmer)?  We'd be interested in offering it as a larger payment if it were treated as a sale on our site...like a gift certificate ???  But being from teh U.K. you may not have much interest, eh?  Ever visit the States?  


Any interest in thowing out a Web site template?   This is where we are at right now:   http://www.parkheadquarters.com/parkheadquarters.htm
Thank you, No problems on the changes only thing is that i'm stuck in a hotel for the night and only have the Laptop and haven't got that file on it, it will have to be tomorrow when I'm back in the office, that Ok with you?

As for copyright, all rights will be passed on to the client (you). I only hope you will allow me to place this in my portfolio (If I win!!)

The template! I could try and throw one in but just haven't got the time It will have to be in about 2-3 weeks i'm just snowed under with work (I'm even thinking of setting up some contests here just to reduce the workload)



Michael

[Palmer]

Originally posted by MarkMo@Jun 26 2003, 04:19 PM
It is very likely we'll use this on the site and offer you a payment. Does it go through this Site (palmer)? We'd be interested in offering it as a larger payment if it were treated as a sale on our site...like a gift certificate ??? But being from teh U.K. you may not have much interest, eh? Ever visit the States?


Any interest in thowing out a Web site template? This is where we are at right now: http://www.parkheadquarters.com/parkheadquarters.htm
Yes, whatever payment is decided on, you should pay through the site and that can be taken care of here and then I will pay Michael...
http://www.designoutpost.com/post.htm

I might be interested in working on a template, logos are not my strong suit. What kind of time frame do you have in mind. I'm kind of swamped right now.

[Michael]

Changes made.

Format! you may have any format you require.
These are the main ones;

.eps - vector format suited for all types of printing
.jpg or .gif - for the web



http://www.2square.co.uk/contests/park8.jpg


Michael

[FTIGraphix]

As I said earlier. I could work on a template design. I was kinda waiting for the logo to be done, so I could work around that. Template ideas?

[MarkMo]

Hi Michael, yes on those three formats plus WMF.
One format for each of the two versions, please.

You know, I just had a thought about including the ".com" aspect on the of the name. Any suggestions on that? For situations like on calling cards to people know its online.


Meanwhile, I'll work the payment method.
Direct e-mail to send as attachments is markmosher@cableone.net

Soon to be site is www.parkheadquarters.com for those interested in park stuff... Thanks!



Template- wise
Above, there is a link of the existing page.

Earth-tone colors, national park related. See www.nps.gov for inspiration.

Mark

[Michael]

Thanks Mark,

If you're saying i've won this will be my 1st win on DO.. :tup:

I will just tidy up the original file and then export to those formats and email them to you.


Thanks again


Michael

[MarkMo]

Yes you've won! Or I guess, we just love your design! Not too many other entries. I think you SCARED them off with your first entry... :D

Ooops one thing I missed... the color of the chimney needs to be dark, like in the early version.

Also can the final files have a set of just the cabin without the name?

So it would cabin only in all the formats
Cabin & name in all the formats
Cabin, name within the outline in all formats....

Possible?

[Michael]

Mark

email has been sent, any problems just let me know.


Thanks again.


Michael