A&T Talks :: How to Design Logo Identities That Last
Nov 19, 2021
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Michael Shumate, a designer and author, shares key insights on logo design theory and branding principles. He discusses the importance of maintaining traditional design principles in logo identities, using examples like AT&T and Xerox. The episode explores influential designers like Saul Bass and Paul Rand, emphasizing the significance of understanding design principles. Shumate also highlights the value of spreading design knowledge through a YouTube channel and a book on logo design.
Understanding fundamental principles of logo design for timeless identities.
Importance of adhering to design principles like clear contrasts for effective logo creation.
Deep dives
Transition to Quality over Quantity in Podcast Production
The shift from a weekly podcast release schedule to a more sporadic yet impactful approach is discussed. The focus moves towards delivering quality and insightful content rather than adhering to a strict release schedule.
Introducing a Guest on Logo Design Theory
Designer and author Michael Schume is introduced as the guest in this week's podcast episode. He shares insights from his book on logo design theory.
Development of Logo Design Principles
Michael Schume shares his journey of teaching graphic design and developing concrete principles on logo design over 25 years. He emphasizes the importance of understanding design principles that remain consistent despite evolving trends.
Seven Deadly Sins of Logo Design
The seven deadly sins of logo design, including concepts like working in solid black, having adequate mass, and ensuring clear contrasts, are explained. Examples of logos that failed to adhere to these principles are highlighted, emphasizing the significance of design fundamentals.
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:: BREAKDOWN In this A&T Talks episode, designer, teacher, and author, Michael Shumate joins us to talk about the concepts in his new book Logo Design Theory: How Branding Design Really Works. He taught graphic design and illustration for twenty-five years and is now generously sharing his discoveries on the principles of logo design with the world. Michael has designed identities in all areas of branding: commercial, government, institutional, product and retail.
While teaching Branding Design he taught approximately 900 students and graded over 2700 branding projects. That teaching experience, in addition to his professional work, helped him discover fundamental principles of identity design, the core principles of logo design, that remain true, regardless of current fads or fashions. Today, he continues his teaching tradition via his Youtube channel where he is creating what is arguably a masterclass on how to design logos that adhere to the principles of design and can stand the test of time.
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