Before even touching a computer a logo designer will go through these steps:
The Design Brief: They conduct a questionnaire or interview with the client to get the design brief.
Research: They conduct research focused on the industry itself, on its history, and on its competitors.
Reference: They conduct research into logo designs that have been successful and current styles and trends that are related to the design brief.
Sketching & Conceptualising: They develop the logo design concept(s) around the brief and research.Â
Reflection: They take breaks throughout their design process. This lets their ideas mature and lets them get renewed enthusiasm and receive feedback.
Identity Design Resources:
Logo Design Process:
http://siahdesign.com/archives/760
http://layersmagazine.com/artistic-expression-logo-design-from-start-to-finish.html
http://www.marketingtechblog.com/how-to-select-a-logo/
Evolution of Corporate Logos:
http://www.inc.com/ss/evolution-corporate-logos?slide=1#5
Use of Negative Space in Logos:
http://webdesignledger.com/inspiration/negative-space-in-logo-design
Gallery of Cool Logos:
http://logoawards.mediabistro.com
Download Original Fonts for Free:
http://quizlet.com/51087972/isu-g7-u1-design-logo-flash-cards/
Google Drive Folder
https://drive.google.com/a/isumail.ac.ug/?tab=mo#folders/0BzhWn0y0RiYzdWtkRF80dnpXQ1E