New EduGeek logo (draft)

[crc-ict]

Well, well, well. I really didn't expect to provoke such reaction when I posted my comments this morning!

 

However, whilst I agree that the new design is a good, strong logo, I stand by my feeling that it is not really the right direction for EduGeek as it stands today. I guess my biggest problem is, as others have mentioned, with the horns - it is a little awkward for those of us in Church schools...

 

I just feel that if we are to continue being taken seriously by the powers that be, we need to project a sensible, business-like and professional image. The logo looks too much like the image of a gamers site, or perhaps a hackers hang-out.

 

Sorry to have stirred up a hornets nest, but I think these are important issues.

 

All the best,

Chris

[russdev]

No these issues need discussing hence why db posted images up so discussion could be had.

 

Russell

[witch]

Joining late, I know (holidays here!):

 

Sorry, don't like the new logo - looks comic bookish and child-like.

-deep breath- the sort of logo used for a site full of very young men 'aving a laugh.

I think we are more professional than that. I agree very strongly with crc-ict

I like the RJ45 and would like to see it kept. Maybe there is a way of strengthening the colours on the logo?

I'm not that keen on the horns but they are OK.

 

And finally:

Yes, sqdge, "professionals' " is correct - speaking as one who moaned about the bad grammar for a long long time!

[FN-GM]

I agree there it looks good but doesn’t fit the purpose also why have a formal and a informal logo why not just have a formal one?

[Oops_my_bad]

Looks gangsta - i like it 8)

[mattx]

I think the site is taking itself too seriously with this. I approach it as a web site to help others and gain help. Nice and simple.

[ChrisH]

I think the site is taking itself too seriously with this. I approach it as a web site to help others and gain help. Nice and simple.

 

Your forget all the other things that happen through this site conferences, workshops, BETT, meetings with various organisations etc. Although this sites most valuable part is the forums it is not the only thing that Edugeek is about now.

[john]

I far prefer the current logo, its perfect since some kind person a while ago fixed the incorrect wiring of the plug for me

 

As for it being naff on business cards, letterhead, thats down to a poor designer of the letterhead / cards. I could make the current logo work very well on it.

 

It needs right justifying so the text finished pritty much at the edge of the plug, but not touching it so as to allow the cable to show, and instead of cable it needs to be dark blue like the blue on the Quick Reply bar above the message box that would look better.

 

Infact, if someone would send me the seperate files I'm happy to mock something up based on the current plug as i've done a few ideas for people in the past.

[FN-GM]

sounds a good idea john!

[Dos_Box]

I agree there it looks good but doesn’t fit the purpose also why have a formal and a informal logo why not just have a formal one?

 

Becasue it would not look good on t-shirts!

[FN-GM]

supose but if you use one logo that will be reconised more dont you think

[Skoggmeiger]

I agree there it looks good but doesn’t fit the purpose also why have a formal and a informal logo why not just have a formal one?

 

Becasue it would not look good on t-shirts!

 

In all honesty, who is going wear a T-Shirt with Edugeek on it?

 

Why not have a straw Poll on the matter? Surely that will tell if there's any point changing the logo.

 

I know I wouldn't. Over the years I've collected T-Shirts with brands ranging from Oki to Sophos, and guess what? I wouldn't be seen dead in one.

 

I thoroughly enjoy Edugeek, but I'm not willing to advertise you for free on my body. Same goes for Nike et al.

[Dos_Box]

In all honesty, who is going wear a T-Shirt with Edugeek on it?

 

Because of the witty and topical comments that they will have on them. Besides, with that logo, no one will dare steal a mug with it on!

I can now see why many actors don't read the reviews of their films!

[Skoggmeiger]

In all honesty, who is going wear a T-Shirt with Edugeek on it?

 

Because of the witty and topical comments that they will have on them. Besides, with that logo, no one will dare steal a mug with it on!

I can now see why many actors don't read the reviews of their films!

 

Now a mug, is a different matter. I'd happily have an Edugeek Mug. My redstor mug is getting rather stained.

 

I think you're looking at changing the logo for the wrong reasons, that's all. Find a strong and memorable logo by all means, but don't do it just so it looks good on a T-Shirt.

 

Sorry if my previous comment sounded harsh. I was being honest though.

[webman]

In all honesty, who is going wear a T-Shirt with Edugeek on it?

 

Me. Why are you so against wearing EduGeek clothing?

[Skoggmeiger]

In all honesty, who is going wear a T-Shirt with Edugeek on it?

 

Me. Why are you so against wearing EduGeek clothing?

 

I'm not. I personally wouldn't wear it. I rarely wear anything with a logo or brand. I just think there seems to be too much emphasis on creating a logo so it looks good on t-shirts etc, when I don't believe that many folk would wear one.

[MkII]

I thoroughly enjoy Edugeek, but I'm not willing to advertise you for free on my body. Same goes for Nike et al.

 

Ok who wants to volunteer to have the new logo shaved into their head and photo'd for the site?

 

[contink]

Ok who wants to volunteer to have the new logo shaved into their head and photo'd for the site?

 

Hair? you have hair?! I thought we'd all ripped ours out

 

 

Back on topic though, the key reason you'd want a more professional logo is when it comes to getting sponsorship and/or advertising. Something, erm "gangsta" (to quote Teddy) may not appeal so much to Joe Bloggs Ltd so there's plenty of reasons to have something outwardly professional.

[TechMonkey]

I would prob wear an edugeek T-shirt. If it had a humerous slogan on it, say mentioning Latvian Donkey porn for example. Someone should create one, say in response to a competition and win a fantastic prize...... Hang on, this sounds familiar....

 

Well except for the prize

[russdev]

We gave prizes out to the winners

 

Russ

[TechMonkey]

I know, I was a runner up but I never got it. Although looking back, it wasn't the donkey porn Tee that was awarded, it was one of my other entries. No worries though. I totally forgot about it until now so my own fault, though I reserve the right to bring it up at any point

[Dos_Box]

I shall repeat this again. We will have a more 'formal version too. The one most suitable for the site will go up. The version shown is merely a 'beta' with which I am gathering opinions from.

We do however, need a stronger logo as when we do events like BETT we need to project something a lot more confidant than the current one.

As regards to finding advertising, that has now been taken care of with our contract with IDG Communications. They will be finding our advertisers in the future to ensure we have a cash flow and can organise more free conferences for you guys as well as offering some other goodies in the future!

A bolder logo will also help to make us a bit more recognisable too. We are starting to push almost 4 million (real) hits a month now, and need something to ensure even brief visitors can remember us.

The current logo was never meant to be permanent, but has served us for over 2 years now. With the new site we need to bring it up to date, and more importantly have the original unedited versions (which I think we have lost!) for modification into other forms.

I know a lot of people like the current version, but it simply is not strong enough, and any attempts to make it so would simply change it from its current look anyway! I hope to have an updated version (taking in comments already made) available from next week, as well as the more formal one. I agree that the horns may need toning down a bit though.

[Dos_Box]

I would prob wear an edugeek T-shirt. If it had a humerous slogan on it, say mentioning Latvian Donkey porn for example. Someone should create one, say in response to a competition and win a fantastic prize...... Hang on, this sounds familiar....

 

Well except for the prize

 

Most intended t-shirt slogans may not be to work friendly I suspect. Perhaps now would be a time to look for suggestions.

My 'Changing passwords since 0830' is the only clean one I can think of!

[mattx]

it simply is not strong enough

 

Strong logos ? My god, whatever next......

Next thing people will want a 'green' element towards the logo like the out of touch Tories did.....

[Dos_Box]

it simply is not strong enough

 

Strong logos ? My god, whatever next......

Next thing people will want a 'green' element towards the logo like the out of touch Tories did.....

 

Oooh! there's an idea!