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=== Context Parameters ===
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Please also have a look at the discussion page [[Talk:Logo Contest]] and comment.
  
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End of contest on 20th of March?
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= OSGeo Logo Contest =
  
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Registered members (or discuss list?) vote. If there is a tie, board vote breaks the tie.
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Do you have a flair for the artistic? 
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Board will have a veto to not allow an entry based on suitability (infringes on another logo, etc.).
 
  
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Please also have a look at the discussion page [[Talk:Logo Contest]] and comment.
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We need some creative minds to help us develop the "look" for OSGeo.  In return you will receive recognition and the satisfaction that comes from helping the cause.  Please submit your best artwork, keeping in mind the following:
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== Contest Parameters ==
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The logo contest will close on March 23th, 2007.
  
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=== Logos required ===
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In order to keep the contest manageable, voting members of the foundation will vote on which logo they prefer.  Each member will indicate a primary (2 votes) and secondary (1 vote) choice.  In the case of a tie, the board will have the final say.  The board will also have a veto to not allow an entry based on suitability (infringes on another logo, etc.).
  
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=== Logo in General ===
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We are looking for a complete visual identity package. A great example of what we are looking for can be found at joomla.org, where they have developed a complete branding manual: http://www.joomla.org/content/view/259/70/
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The logo should be submitted in a vector format. Avoid images because we need to be sure that the logo can be blown up for a large banner. In the same spirit, the logo should be capable of a small icon-sized representation. The logo may be in color, but should also look good in gray scale, and should be visible against both white and black backgrounds.
 
  
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A great example of what we need can be found at joomla.org where they have a complete branding manual that you may use as a reference: http://www.joomla.org/content/view/259/70/
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Please submit in a vector format if possible.  Raster formats are unsuitable due to the need to resize the image for both small and large uses, from browser favicons to large banners at conferences.
  
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Logos should be submitted as a single icon, and icon with the foundation and/or site name. The site name should be written as OSGeo or OSGeo.org.  
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The logo should be in color, but should also look good in gray scale, and should be visible against both white and black backgrounds.
  
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Stick to the web safe colors and if you are a good web designer, submit a color swatch for use in branding the site. One of the many great references can be found here:  
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It is recommended, though not required, that you stay within the web-safe color palette:
  
 
  * http://www.lynda.com/hex.html
 
  * http://www.lynda.com/hex.html
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  * http://the-light.com/netcol.html
 
  * http://the-light.com/netcol.html
 
  * http://www.visibone.com/swatches/
 
  * http://www.visibone.com/swatches/
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* http://www.kolur.com/oct6/galindex.php
 
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* http://www.colormix.com/
 
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* http://www.colorblender.com/
 
  
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=== Banner Logo ===
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You may want to consider the effects that different forms of color-blindness will have.  Sites like http://vischeck.com/ can help you ensure that your logo does not lose any distinctive features when viewed by a color-blind user.
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Look up US and international trademark guidelines if you are feeling really industrious.
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== Desired Submissions ==
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=== General Logo ===
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* submit at least a primary graphic and a copy of the same with the site name (OSGeo or OSGeo.org) text.  As well, please consider submitting multiple renderings of the same shape in color, gray scale, different backgrounds, and with different text.
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* logos must support two lines of identifying text.  The first mandatory line will be either OSGeo or OSGeo.org.  The second line will be an identifier, such as:  "Member", "Associate Member", "Board Member", "Supporter", "Gold Sponsor", or the like.  Feel free to specify the position and font parameters for the text to be used adjacent to the logo, as well as recommended fonts for the electronic and printed material.
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=== Masthead/Banner Logo ===
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* Size matters. Since the banner is on every page, we would prefer a short logo verses a tall one. Width is more flexible, but we should be careful about the login/register links in the top right of the banner area.
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* Because of the need to stretch to different resolutions, the banner should fade to a neutral or tiled background on the right-hand side.
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* The banner should include the foundation or site URL name. Optionally a motto or descriptive saying under the name. It is agreed by most the board that a descriptive line is not necessary.
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=== URL (Favicon) Logo ===
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* Most browsers support a small graphic on the location bar or with bookmarks, and we require one of these for the OSGeo.org.  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Favicon  Please provide a miniature stylized version of your logo, preferably in multi-resolution .ico format, for use in this capacity.
  
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Size matters. Since the banner is on every page, we would prefer a short logo verses a tall one. Length is more flexible, but we should be careful about the login/register links in the top right of the banner area. Because of the need to stretch, the logo should be compatible with a neutral background or tiled background.
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=== Color swatch ===
  
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The banner should include the foundation or site URL name. Optionally a motto or descriptive saying under the name. It is agreed by most the board that a descriptive line is not necessary.
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* If you have any experience with this, please submit a color swatch for use in branding the site. Some great references can be found here:
  
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=== URL Logo ===
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** http://www.kolur.com/oct6/galindex.php
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Most browsers support a small graphic on the URL. This helps in bookmarking. It is also required in the Collabnet Tool (it throws pesky errors if not there). This is also called a FavIcon. Here is a site that generates a simple one: http://antifavicon.com/
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** http://www.colorblender.com/
  
 
=== Other Logos ===
 
=== Other Logos ===
  
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There are lots of uses for logos. Once you have thought one up see if it works with other uses. Do not be afraid of creating several logos that meet different needs for size, height, and width. Look up US and international trademark guidelines if you are really industrious.
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There are many uses for logos. While you are designing the logo, consider whether it will be adaptable to other uses. Do not be afraid of creating several logos that meet different needs for size, height, and width, or of illustrating their use in difference scenarios.
  
 
OSGeo.org Member button - for use by individuals on cards, websites, etc.
 
OSGeo.org Member button - for use by individuals on cards, websites, etc.

Revision as of 22:12, 6 March 2006

Please also have a look at the discussion page Talk:Logo Contest and comment.

OSGeo Logo Contest

Do you have a flair for the artistic?

We need some creative minds to help us develop the "look" for OSGeo. In return you will receive recognition and the satisfaction that comes from helping the cause. Please submit your best artwork, keeping in mind the following:

Contest Parameters

The logo contest will close on March 23th, 2007.

In order to keep the contest manageable, voting members of the foundation will vote on which logo they prefer. Each member will indicate a primary (2 votes) and secondary (1 vote) choice. In the case of a tie, the board will have the final say. The board will also have a veto to not allow an entry based on suitability (infringes on another logo, etc.).

We are looking for a complete visual identity package. A great example of what we are looking for can be found at joomla.org, where they have developed a complete branding manual: http://www.joomla.org/content/view/259/70/

Please submit in a vector format if possible. Raster formats are unsuitable due to the need to resize the image for both small and large uses, from browser favicons to large banners at conferences.

The logo should be in color, but should also look good in gray scale, and should be visible against both white and black backgrounds.

It is recommended, though not required, that you stay within the web-safe color palette: 

* http://www.lynda.com/hex.html
* http://www.stone.com/java/cc/
* http://the-light.com/netcol.html
* http://www.visibone.com/swatches/

You may want to consider the effects that different forms of color-blindness will have. Sites like http://vischeck.com/ can help you ensure that your logo does not lose any distinctive features when viewed by a color-blind user.

Look up US and international trademark guidelines if you are feeling really industrious.

Desired Submissions

  • submit at least a primary graphic and a copy of the same with the site name (OSGeo or OSGeo.org) text. As well, please consider submitting multiple renderings of the same shape in color, gray scale, different backgrounds, and with different text.
  • logos must support two lines of identifying text. The first mandatory line will be either OSGeo or OSGeo.org. The second line will be an identifier, such as: "Member", "Associate Member", "Board Member", "Supporter", "Gold Sponsor", or the like. Feel free to specify the position and font parameters for the text to be used adjacent to the logo, as well as recommended fonts for the electronic and printed material.


  • Size matters. Since the banner is on every page, we would prefer a short logo verses a tall one. Width is more flexible, but we should be careful about the login/register links in the top right of the banner area.
  • Because of the need to stretch to different resolutions, the banner should fade to a neutral or tiled background on the right-hand side.
  • The banner should include the foundation or site URL name. Optionally a motto or descriptive saying under the name. It is agreed by most the board that a descriptive line is not necessary.

  • Most browsers support a small graphic on the location bar or with bookmarks, and we require one of these for the OSGeo.org. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Favicon Please provide a miniature stylized version of your logo, preferably in multi-resolution .ico format, for use in this capacity.

Color swatch

  • If you have any experience with this, please submit a color swatch for use in branding the site. Some great references can be found here:

Other Logos

There are many uses for logos. While you are designing the logo, consider whether it will be adaptable to other uses. Do not be afraid of creating several logos that meet different needs for size, height, and width, or of illustrating their use in difference scenarios.

OSGeo.org Member button - for use by individuals on cards, websites, etc. Name badges Splash Screens for member client applications Logos for future contests Logos for banners t-shirts, mugs, etc.

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