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 Post subject: Charter Logo - what can you guys come up with?
PostPosted: Fri Feb 11, 2005 1:20 am 
As I've seen some of you guys on this board are very good with the computer graphics etc.

What I'm looking for is a logo for the charter.
Both Dom and I are kind of in need of one for the site, patches etc but I'm no good with graphics compared to what you people can do.

For instance the custom signature banners etc.
Pretty much just taking the essence of the USCM, its global membership and diversity and making it into a symbol.

Would anyone be willing to have a go at this?
All I have so far is the PR over the tracker, but that doesn't really capture much. Any better ideas?
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 Post subject: Re: Charter Logo - what can you guys come up with?
PostPosted: Fri Feb 11, 2005 2:03 am 
Tony, as this is Charter business, it really belongs in the forum I specifically created for you.

Sorry, but this really is not for the main board, especially as so many of the main board members are charter members as well, so you can't say they won't see it.

Cheers

Tony Densley
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PostPosted: Fri Feb 11, 2005 3:29 am 
Tony, after posting I realised it should have gone here.
Thanks for moving it ;)

These are the patches I have so far as a basis. Anyone interested in having a go?

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 Post subject: Re: Charter Logo - what can you guys come up with?
PostPosted: Tue Feb 15, 2005 3:35 pm 
I'd be willing to give it a go. :) What's the deadline/time frame that you need this? If there is one.
- Mike

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PostPosted: Tue Feb 15, 2005 3:40 pm 
Hey Mike

Many thanks
No deadline of timeframe really.
I know a lot of people are busy so its really a sparetime thing.
I'm no good with the upper class graphics programs but I'm having a go.

Its really just a logo we can maybe make into a patch and use on the site etc. Let me know and thanks again
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PostPosted: Tue Feb 15, 2005 6:02 pm 
Sounds good. I'll have something for you as soon as I can. I have my hands in a few projects, but I can definitely squeeze this in. :D And I'm working in Illustrator, Freehand, and Photoshop on a constant basis so I have ready access to them both at work and at home.

I was thinking along the lines of a "patchable" logo myself. Cool. :D
- Mike

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PostPosted: Tue Feb 15, 2005 6:06 pm 
Thanks Mike

What I'd like to offer is patches for members and maybe get a few t-shirts done. Stuff for cons etc, get the word out etc
Look forward to seeing your design :)
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 Post subject: Re: Charter Logo - what can you guys come up with?
PostPosted: Tue Feb 22, 2005 3:13 am 
Give me a bit.

Ripper
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<span style="font-size:xx-small;]The first kitty built his house with straw.
The wolf ate him.
The second kitty built his house with sticks.
The wolf ate him too.
These kitties built their house with 30 tons of reinforced cement and steel plating. They also had 5 pulse rifles, 3 sentry guns and 2 WY-102 sniper rifles.
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 Post subject: Re: Charter Logo - what can you guys come up with?
PostPosted: Tue Feb 22, 2005 3:21 am 
Hey no rush, thanks for your interest.
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PostPosted: Sun Feb 27, 2005 5:31 am 
This is my first submission. I have a few others I'm working on.

The illustration was done in Illustrator and then brought into Photoshop to create the beveled effects to more closely resemble a patch. I chose a round design since custom shapes can incur additional costs when patches are made. I also decided to leave out the "United States" portion of he Colonial Marines since this is geared toward a charter comprised of a global community.

This is also larger than actual size - I did this to show detail. The actual design is 3" x 3" - but can be modified to be what ever size necessary since it's vector art.

Let me know your thoughts, your likes, dislikes, etc.

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 Post subject: Re: Charter Logo - what can you guys come up with?
PostPosted: Sun Feb 27, 2005 6:46 pm 
Hey Mike, ohhh thats nice!!!

Am I missing something on the 'ATAW'???
Also what are your thoughts on adding an APC below the Dropship?
Not sure if that would make it too crowded etc or bulk it out too much.

I like it though, very bold and colorful.
Post your others and I'll let you know

But truly great work, I like it!!
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 Post subject: Re: Charter Logo - what can you guys come up with?
PostPosted: Mon Feb 28, 2005 2:47 am 
Thanks, Tony. "ATAW" stands for "Anytime, Anywhere." It's not only a reference to the film but I feel fits the global community of marines that are part of he carter.

I think adding the an APC to this particular design may over-crowd. I'll do a variation of this design including an APC.

I should have additional designs up during the week.

I'm glad you like the first idea. :)
- Mike

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PostPosted: Mon Feb 28, 2005 9:59 am 
Oh I get it now ATAW.
I like that, nice work.

And yes, very vibrant, colorful and to the point.
I was just thinking the APC to make it more universal as far as USCM goes.

Look forward to seeing what else you come up with ;)
Thanks again.
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 Post subject: Re: Charter Logo - what can you guys come up with?
PostPosted: Mon Feb 28, 2005 2:35 pm 
Oh, never mind on mine, I vote for his!

Ripper
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<span style="font-size:xx-small;]The first kitty built his house with straw.
The wolf ate him.
The second kitty built his house with sticks.
The wolf ate him too.
These kitties built their house with 30 tons of reinforced cement and steel plating. They also had 5 pulse rifles, 3 sentry guns and 2 WY-102 sniper rifles.
[i]The wolf ate lead.


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PostPosted: Mon Feb 28, 2005 7:48 pm 
Mike, that rocks! Since my previous MOS was DS Pilot, me likes!!!
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I've got a patch guy that can make these, ya' know :)

Jesse
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 Post subject: Re: Charter Logo - what can you guys come up with?
PostPosted: Mon Feb 28, 2005 8:15 pm 
A patch guy huh?
IM me some details, I'm really not sure how many I'd want or are wanted.
All members are welcome to purchase so if you may be interested let me know off board ;)

Thanks Jesse, really appreciate the help.
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 Post subject: Re: Charter Logo - what can you guys come up with?
PostPosted: Tue Mar 01, 2005 5:34 am 
Thanks guys. I appreciate the positive feedback. Hopefully you'll like my other designs as well. :)

I'd be up for three patches (just as an FYI): one fore my portfolio (clients and prospective employers always like to see produced pieces), one to wear, and one to display.

Thanks for the help Jesse in offering your patch guy (as well as the positive remarks). :D
- Mike

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 Post subject: Re: Charter Logo - what can you guys come up with?
PostPosted: Tue Mar 01, 2005 5:36 am 
Well that kicks things off <lol>, anyone reading this who'd want a patch and is a member of the Charter, IM me or mail me off board and we'll get some numbers together!!

Obviously you'd want to see all the designs first so no rush

Many thanks again Mike and ofcourse Jesse.
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 Post subject: Re: Charter Logo - what can you guys come up with?
PostPosted: Thu Mar 03, 2005 4:03 am 
Here's my second option... I have 2 more in the works. ...Sorry it's taking so long between designs.

I decided to have a little fun with this one.

...Tony, I haven't forgotten about your APC request. :)

As before: thoughts and critiques are welcome.

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PostPosted: Thu Mar 03, 2005 4:05 am 
Long between replies?
What are you talking about Mike. We have lives and jobs, no rush man!! I'm really happy your putting anytime into this so do not worry.

As for the patch....:lol: I Love It!!!!
I take this one over the 1st only because its got the humor, and just love the flaming Cheyenne. Awesome work my friend, keep em' coming.
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PostPosted: Mon Mar 07, 2005 12:17 am 
Looking Great!!

Love the designs.


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PostPosted: Mon Mar 07, 2005 1:04 am 
I just love the latest one

Load Up, Drop In, Kick Ass
Mike your a genius!!!
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PostPosted: Tue Mar 08, 2005 5:59 am 
Now that I sold my Star Wars biker helmet, I have some funds in the till. $20 goes to Cpl Beaudoin the next time he does a dogtag run...so, I've got $40 to spare. If I had my choice between ATAW and "Load up, Drop in, Kick ass", I'd pick...BOTH!

The first is definitely something you'd see as an military patch, I believe. The second just freakin rocks!!! and just nails the USCM attitude.

I vote for both :lol:

Rand
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3rd Colonial Marine Division

"So you could say that Eddie was right, Satan did indeed save his skin; just not all of it. Or you could say that Eddie was just unlucky. Either way, it taught me to keep a very open mind. Boom. Boom"


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PostPosted: Tue Mar 08, 2005 5:34 pm 
Nice patch designs! I hope it happens.

I'd spell out the ATAW, though.

VBR,
Chris
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 Post subject: Re: Charter Logo - what can you guys come up with?
PostPosted: Tue Mar 08, 2005 5:57 pm 
Well as the news letter stated its $10 (I said $20) now, but if more interest comes in the price will go down. We need a minimum of 50 orders to get this off the ground. I'm more for the second one but ofcourse its not up to me, its up to you guys. If Mike is happy to hand the designs over to me for production (as remember these are his work, not mine) then we can put it to use. I'm happy to use both designs on the site as a logo and 'members logo' (as you said it nails the USCM attitude) then we got ourselves a basis.

And as always any ideas send em' my way or Doms way and we'll get it rolling.
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