As autumn settles in October it brings an aura of gloom and mystery, which adds to the spirit of Halloween. Many find a way to celebrate. Adults and kids both shop excitedly for costumes and prepare to carve pumpkins while horror movies are showcased on TV throughout the week. Online, many webmasters update their sites with seasonal themes, Social media accounts update their backgrounds and search engines put up special Halloween logos to mark the holiday. At LogoTalk, we too are welcoming the spirit of Halloween and are ready for some trick or treats! This year, we thought of bringing you ...

Within American politics, there are several parties where citizens can become a part of, usually dependent on their viewpoints. It is said that the two most well-known political parties in American are the Democrats and Republicans. Surprising to some, the two parties are represented by the symbols of a donkey and an elephant (respectively). Initially these animal symbols were used on campaign banners, but over the years they have become two of the most outstanding logos in American politics. Let’s take a look at the brief history behind these two political logos. We’ll also review how these two animal symbols came ...

Every new designer aspires to be the best. However, this doesn’t come easy. You not only have to work hard, but you also have to develop good artistic, marketing and communicative skills. You need to know where to market your skills and how to capture the client’s interest. There are hundreds of tips and tricks but I would like to share with you just seven great secrets to becoming a graphic design superstar. The best designers understand these secrets and this is why they are the BEST. 1. Communicate, Relate, Share Become a member of a graphic design community and interact with ...

Did you know that almost all professional logo designers have a proper process that they follow? Did you also know that not following a proper process can result in a number of problems? Some of the problems that you might face if you do not have a proper design process could include losing credibility as a logo designer, missing out on important details (that might appear minor), facing a disgruntled client, being termed as an amateur and more. To avoid these issues and to be a respected, professional logo designer you need to create a design process.  Need help?  Read on to ...

Have you ever wondered who is behind the FedEx logo design? What about Apple or the famous Google logo? Being in the logo design industry, it’s important for designers to know a bit of history too. So today’s post will be kind of a history lesson. Here’s a look at the top five iconic logo designers who have given the world not just logos but brand identities.   1. Google Logo Design by Ruth Kedar Google’s logo is not just a logo; it’s a representation of their impact across the Internet. It was designed by Ruth Kedar, a student of architecture from Israel. ...

New to the world of graphic designing? There are many lessons you need to learn in order to be a successful logo designer. We are planning to have a series of blog posts to guide you each step of the way! For now, we would like to get you familiar with the basic concept of logo designing and its importance in today’s world. Enjoy the ride!   What Is A Logo? In simple words, a logo is a graphical image  that represents the company and its services. It’s a symbol used by companies for promotion and public recognition purposes. It also serves as a ...

Welcome back to LogoTalk! We are proud to present a brand new look of the blog. This is just the first step towards a fresh approach. Our revamped blog is ready to roll and provide its readers with informative posts and entertainment alike. We intend on making LogoTalk an ideal place for new and old designers – so whether you are a graphic design student, an amateur logo designer, an upcoming artist or a professional in the design field, we intend on making this blog a real treat for you. LogoTalk’s new theme was specifically created to be clean cut giving you, as ...