Logo Design Blog

Duke Energy introduces new logo

Mohib — Mon, 17 Sep 2012 18:54:50 +0000

Duke Energy, which is counted among the largest electric power holding companies in the US, has introduced an all-new logo following its merger with Progress Energy Inc – another energy giant. The old Duke Energy logo depicted an acute, shrill red-colored “D”. The new design features significantly gentler blue and green colors, incorporating the star emblem of Progress while also taking in the swoosh from Duke’s D.

The new logo, scheduled to take effect in early 2013, portrays the company’s “commitment to sustainability, technology and energy efficiency” while “representing energy for the future”, according to Duke officials.

Logo Design Awards 2012

Mohib — Sat, 25 Aug 2012 17:42:07 +0000

Logo Design Awards 2012 are finally here! Famous Logos is proud to present the awards, which have been judged by a panel of independent eminent experts from across the design industry, to this year’s recipients for their hard work, dedication and commitment to improving the standards and practice of graphic design.

The five significant factors that decide the criteria for the awards include creativity, richness of art, uniqueness, visibility and simplicity.

SOCIAL MEDIA WEBSITE OF THE YEAR

BOOK OF THE YEAR

- Order your copy
- LogoLounge website
- LogoLounge Volume 7: 2,000 International Identities by Leading Designers

EVENT OF THE YEAR

- The London Design Festival Official Website
- The London Design Festival on Facebook

THE INNOVATION OF THE YEAR

- Shepard Fairey updates classic Rolling Stones logo for the 50th anniversary
- The Rolling Stones’ 50th Anniversary Logo Unveiled

CONTROVERSY OF THE YEAR

- Award Stripped from 15-Year-Old Artist Over Allegations of Latino Gang Symbols
- Chicago City Sticker Controversy: Contest Winner Speaks Out About Design (VIDEO)

15 Most Expensive Famous Logos In History

Mohib — Sat, 18 Aug 2012 17:59:34 +0000

Some companies spend millions on their branding and employ specialist design agencies to create or overhaul their corporate logos. Such staggering costs somehow become less surprising when you look at the huge bucks that this branding process has made them.

Our today’s article features some of the most expensive famous logos in the history of graphic design and their price tags.

Symantec logo: $1,280,000,000

BP logo: $211,000,000

Accenture logo: $100,000,000

Posten Norge logo: $55,000,000

New Zealand Banking Group logo: $15,000,000

BBC logo: $1,800,000

Pepsi logo: $1,000,000

London 2012 Olympics logo: $625,000

City of Melbourne logo: $625,000

Belfast City logo: $280,000

Lothian and Borders Police logo: $189,000

Burnley logo: $172,700

NeXT logo: $100,000

Glasgow 2014 Games logo: $95,000

Enron logo: $33,000

Top 10 Best Free Online Logo Makers

Mohib — Thu, 16 Aug 2012 13:51:54 +0000

Most online logo makers are free and they are a good way to get your company logos designed for zero cost. Most of these sites contain pre-made symbols and clip art and a few dozen fonts to select from. Our today’s post features a list of the top 10 free online logo makers available. Have a look!

LogoMaker

CoolText

LogoEase

FreeLogoServices

OnlineLogoMaker

LogotypeMaker

LogoYes

LogoSnap

FlamingText

LogotypeCreator

Photography Logos: 25 Magnificent Photographer Logos

Mohib — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 14:58:21 +0000

Every professional photographer needs a unique and creative photography logo for creating a successful and recognizable brand identity and marketing strategy. Creating photography logos may be a challenging task, becuase they portray your creativity and finesse to the corporate world and help you attract potential customers. They must look perfect from every angle!

Some of the most commons symbols and images used in photographer logos include cameras, lenses, frames, tripods and other photo and video equipment. The selection of colors and font should also be very careful and unfitting, flimsy attributes must be avoided.

Here’s an impressive collection of 25 creative photography logos you should definitely check out:

Andrew Thomas Photography Logo

Bohemian Studios Photography Logo

Carey Brian Logo

Ceiara Siller Photography Logo

Christian Perl Logo

Daylite Photography Logo

Expression Photography Logo

Fashion Photography Logo

Giovanni Kleiubing Photography Logo

Happy Booth Logo

Haskell Photography Logo

Junerey Casuga Photography Logo

Justin Flindall Photography Logo

Koren Photography Logo

Light Peacock Logo

Model Sensation Logo

Photo Fort Logo

Photocorner Logo

Photograph Logo

Pickhorse Photography Logo

Remmick Photo Logo

Stop Photography Logo

The Third Image Logo

Wedding Snap Logo

Whisperinside Photography Logo

DJ Logos: 20 Splendid DJ Logos

Mohib — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 14:04:11 +0000

A disc jockey, more commonly known as DJ, is a person who picks out and plays recorded music. Disc jockeying is a fast growing, honorable and exciting profession, sometimes considered to be a performing art.

Much like disc jockeying, DJ logos tend to portay passion, warmth, intelligence, refinement and sincerity. Most of these logos use strong colors such as black, green, red and blue. Some of the most common symbols and images used in the DJ logos are discs, microphones, headphones and other music-related objects.

Today’s article features a list of 20 cool DJ logos to take inspiration from:

Artesse Logo

BratCycle Logo

DJ E Logo

DJ Emshi Logo

DJ Fadal Logo

DJ Fox Logo

DJ Saint Logo

DJs Social Network Logo

Don Digital Logo

Ericdlux Logo

Filip Marek Logo

Lopez Logo

Luka Logo

Mr DJ Logo

Paul Tirtirau Logo

Sir Pin Logo

Spin 69 Logo

Supertyyli Logo

The Crustacean Logo

Vein Cat Logo

Horse Logos: 25+ Beautiful Horse Logos

Mohib — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 13:35:33 +0000

Companies use their logos to express their character and their feelings. Horses are one of most effective symbols used in graphic design. These wonderful animals are synonymous with speed, thunder, beauty and power. Horse logos incorporate these impressive quality to maximize brand’s visibility and exposure which makes them more likely to attract and retain clientele than their less intelligent competitors.

Enjoy our today’s list of more than 25 beautiful beautiful horse logos from many different industries and backgrounds.

Ferrari Logo

Hermès Logo

Camelot Royal Dishes Logo

Chalan Logo

Crescent Tales Logo

Crownhorse Logo

Diamond G Ranch Logo

Dubai5 Stables Logo

Eduardo Arias Logo

Himmelreiter Logo

Imperial Horses Logo

La Filmiea Logo

Lammtara Logo

Lyrahorse Logo

Microbeguard Logo

Northern Arc Charette Logo

Pegasus Logo

Pink Flamingo Farm Logo

Ponyportal Logo

Santiago Club Logo

Stallion Construction Logo

Sunrise Chess And Games Logo

The Tuppeny Trust Logo

Traveller Capital Logo

Unique Idea Logo

White Horse Logo

Wyld Stallyns Logo

Restaurant Logos: 25 Best Restaurant Logos

Mohib — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 13:19:43 +0000

A logo is the most fundamental element of a brand identity. Successful brand logos have the magic to leave a mark in the minds of the public for many years. Good restaurant logos should make your mouth water just looking at their yummy and creative design. Most of these logos consist of food items, chef hats and caps, crockery and cutlery as well as other relevant images and symbols.

The color selection must be very careful and more importantly, correspond with the sort of food items or drinks a restaurant offers. On the whole, some of the basic characteristics of ideal restaurant logos are simplicity, uniqueness and attractiveness.

Below is a list of 25 mouth-watering restaurant logos:

Arirang Restaurant Logo

Austin Flavors Logo

Bigfish Logo

Burger Factory Logo

Cava Lounge Logo

Eat And More Logo

Food Zest Logo

Fork Cork Logo

Grill Restaurate Logo

Iberico Tapas Bar Logo

Joey Pepperoni Pizza Logo

Kinglobst Logo

Lunch Time Bistro Logo

Mariscos Restaurant Logo

Mexicano Logo

Mike And Mimi’s Logo

Pisces Seafood Logo

Reef And Beef Logo

Rubaiyat Logo

Side Restaurant Logo

Tandoori Love Logo

Tipsi Monkey Logo

Tyme Restaurant Logo

Wild Fig Logo

Zest Logo

Australian Court endorses cigarette pack logo ban

Mohib — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 12:35:23 +0000

Perhaps one of the strictest laws in the world on cigarette advertising, Australia’s highest court declared on August 15 that tobacco companies in the country will not be able to display their logos on cigarette packs. According to the court’s order, instead of tobacco company emblems, graphic photographs of smoking’s health effects such as cancer-riddled mouths, sickly children and blinded eyeballs would be featured on a plain, olive-colored cigarette packet.

Too harsh of a decision? Let us know of your comments.

Yoga Logos: 25 Refreshing Yoga Logos

Mohib — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 12:11:36 +0000

Yoga is widely considered as one of the most effective and healthiest non-aerobic exercise that helps improve your muscle tone and makes your body flexible, toned and strong. A brand identity is very crucial to the success of a yoga business. Yoga logos are the face of a yoga institute and help them achieve instant public recognition and popularity.

Most yoga logos use soothing and pleasant colors such as pink, green, purple, orange and light blue. Symbols and images used in these logos generally feature human body, trees, leaves, stars and flowers.

Below is a refreshing collection of 25 cleverly designed yoga logos that match the essence of their representative companies very well.