The below is an extract discussing how to sell logo design, from my book, Make a Living Designing Logos, available through Amazon Globally in Hardback, Paperback, and an audiobook too. When I started Logo Geek, I was fitting everything around a full-time job with a fairly long commute. The only time I could work on […]
Continue ReadingBuilding a Strong Reputation as a Logo Designer
Building a reputation as a logo designer is something I’ve actively worked hard on, so in this post, and supporting podcast, I’m going to share the approaches that I’ve taken so far to position myself as an expert on the topic of logo design. Aside from doing good work, offering an excellent level of customer […]
Continue ReadingHow to Present Logo Designs with Branding Mockups
One way to effectively present a logo design to a client is through logo mockups. A mockup is a template that you can use to showcase a logo design to your client more creatively or realistically. You can use a mockup to illustrate to the client how your logo design would look like in the […]
Continue ReadingHow to Prepare a Perfect Production-Ready Logo File
The following is a guest post from Michael at Logo Package Express. Your new logo is going to be the face of your client’s organisation. It needs to be easy, breezy, beautiful. What can you do to make sure that your logo file is immaculate and immune to inconsistent appearances across the web and print? […]
Continue Reading8 Characteristics of Successful Logos
When designing a logo, how can you be sure that the identity that you’re working on will be a success in the real world? To give you the best opportunity to succeed, in this weeks blog and supporting podcast, Ian Paget breaks down the 8 characteristics of a successful logo. The Logo Geek Podcast is […]
Continue ReadingLogo Geeks 2019 Summary + Plans for 2020
So we are nearly at the end of 2019, and since I’m aware most of us will be reflecting on the year, and planning ahead, I thought it worth sharing some of my big wins for the year, to discuss some of my plans for 2020, and to share with you some of my own […]
Continue ReadingA Guide to Generating Logo Design Ideas
The below article has been taken from the Logo Designers Boxset, which is totally free to download here. Coming up with the perfect logo design idea can be a challenging process. Whilst there’s no set in stone formula, to help you with idea generation I have put together a few thoughts and approaches that work […]
Continue ReadingHow to Get More Design Clients by Improving your Communication Skills
The following is a guest blog post contributed by Stewart Dunlop of Foundr Magazine – Effective communication is an important aspect of any relationship, whether we’re talking about personal or business ones. In a professional environment, open and transparent communication can help attract more customers, prevent unwanted conflicts (with both partners and employees), and promotes […]
Continue Reading10 Upsells Logo Designers Should Offer for a Quick Revenue Boost
The following is a guest blog post contributed by Preston Lee from Millo. — Being a logo designer is incredibly fulfilling. But it’s also intensely demanding. Every month, you’ve got to secure new projects, work on those projects, deliver final work to the client, maybe even deal with revisions or criticism. And almost nothing feels […]
Continue ReadingThe Art of Rebranding: 7 Steps to a Successful Makeover
The following is a guest blog post contributed by Marie Fincher. What Does It Mean To Rebrand? Your company’s brand is more than a memorable name or attractive logo design. To build a brand is to communicate a business’ story and ethos, to build its reputation, and to solidify its position in the […]
Continue ReadingThe Lack of Context in Design Communities
In June 2017 I made the decision to start a Logo Design Facebook group called the Logo Geek Community. I thought it would be a great way for designers who listen to the podcast (which was released at about the same time) to discuss the show, to chat logo design and to get feedback on their […]
Continue ReadingWhere to Find High Quality Logo Design Clients
Are you a talented logo designer who’s confident about what you create, but you’re failing to attract new clients? Do you ever start to doubt your skills and wonder “maybe I’m just not good enough”?… Chances are, you don’t lack the talent or skills, but that your work is simply not being found by your […]
Continue ReadingA Hardware Upgrade: BenQ 32 inch 4k Monitor
I’ve been working freelance (part time) now for just over a year, and throughout most of that time I’ve been using a fairly old 23 inch iMac. It did the job, but I knew I needed to upgrade as it was slowing me down… and, whilst previously I was happy to wait, suddenly that time […]
Continue ReadingHow do you know when it’s time to rebrand?
This is a guest blog post kindly contributed by Robert Katai of Bannersnack, the online banner maker. Whether we are talking about a small company or a big corporation, the brand and the corporate identity are the two most important things. They are dependent on each other and they make the connection between the customers […]
Continue ReadingGestalt Theory in Logo Design
As part of my plan for 2017 to roll out more frequent content, I’m also pulling in guest posts from the Logo Geek community to share graphic design insights and wisdom that I can learn from too. This is a superb guest blog post from Evan Brown, who is a Marketing Manager and Blogger over […]
Continue ReadingLogos in Space
We are in a new space age. Entrepreneurs, government spinoffs, advocacy groups, scientists, engineers and companies are competing and collaborating with each other to get humans into space on a scale and for reasons vastly different from that of the 1960s, when America and Russia were pretty much the only players, each alternately one-upping each […]
Continue ReadingHow much should I charge for a logo?
Since putting more energy into my freelance logo design business by going freelance I’ve thought long and hard about making my business better; how can I be more productive, efficient and profitable. Part of this thinking has included reviewing my logo design prices… am I charging enough? Here today, I keep it simple for myself […]
Continue ReadingOptical corrections every logo designer should know about
I started my design career working in print design (brochures, leaflets etc), where I applied grid systems to my designs, and it made the work look super professional. When I started designing logos I applied similar rules to my work and found it brought the same level of uniformity I had hoped. But there was [...] Continue ReadingMy journey into freelance life begins today
I'm doing something big and scary... stepping into the unknown... I have no idea how this will go. From May 2016 onwards Logo Geek will no longer just be a side venture. On Thursdays and Fridays I will be working as a freelance graphic designer so I can focus on growing Logo Geek, and my [...] Continue ReadingMotion in branding
A few months back I got chatting to Andy Lawrence, a graphic designer based in London who specialises in branding (including branding with motion) and broadcast design. His motion skills together with his branding skills help to bring visual identities alive. He’s now taken the leap to full-time freelance, so able to offer his skills to companies and designers […]
Continue ReadingHow I Wrote My First Logo Design Book
Exciting times! After years of dreaming I have finally fulfilled my lifelong goal of writing a book. I introduce you to Make a Living Designing Logos. To launch with a bang, and to share the best possible version with the people that want to support my goals, I’ve launched a Kickstarter Campaign that will allow […]
Continue ReadingHow to design Stylescapes (11 tips)
This is a guest post from Ruud van Bergen, a professional logo designer of simplistic and distinctive logos. It takes considerable work to create a Stylescapes. There are so many things to consider, from colours and textures to patterns, photography and shapes. But don’t worry! I have 11 tips that will help you design the […]
Continue ReadingBenQ WiT: The words first e-Reading Lamp (Review)
One of the coolest things about building a personal brand and a social following is that from time to time, companies want to send you stuff. Usually it’s design books, but BenQ have been extra generous… a few years back they sent a 32″ 4k monitor, which I still use and love to this very […]
Continue ReadingThe Best Logo Design Software 2020
The following is a guest post from Stephen at Clear Design. There are many different fields and specialities that graphic designers can work in. One of these is logo design. In the past, finalised logo designs were created using physical tools like drawing tables, Exacto knives, tweezers, and other items. Thankfully, graphic designers today have […]
Continue ReadingHow to ask for logo design feedback
As a designer, at some point you’ll need to ask for feedback on your logo designs. As a client you might also want to collect feedback on designs that have been created for you in order to make the best decision. Designers will be presenting work to clients, or sharing ideas with fellow designers individually, […]
Continue ReadingBranding in the Digital Age is About One Thing…
The following is a guest post by Gabriel Nwatarali of Tech Help Canada. Effective branding has always been a good indicator of the long-term success of any organisation. However, branding in the digital age is a bit daunting considering there are so many places for consumers to congregate. Simply put, the Internet is forcing branding […]
Continue ReadingHow to Work Better: Efficiency Tools Every Logo Designer Needs
A well-crafted logo design is vital for every successful business as it’s often the first thing audiences see when they come across the company for the first time. This means that as an in-demand logo designer you’ll be busy on multiple projects, each with competing demands and fast-approaching deadlines. To help you speed up your […]
Continue ReadingA Designers Guide to Creating Logo Files
You’ve designed a logo and your clients agreed to the design. Excellent! Now we save and send the vector logo file and we’re done? Not quite… If you want to do a professional job, there’s a little more work you need to do… The logo design will be used in different situations. Be […]
Continue ReadingHow to learn logo design for free
If you want to learn logo design there are heaps of premium books and training resources out there that you can invest in, but if you want to learn on a budget thankfully there’s plenty of free resources out there too, but it can be quite overwhelming to know where to start and what to […]
Continue Reading6 Tips for a Super Successful Business
The following is a guest blog post contributed by Robert Katai from Bannersnack. In order to make your business shine and prosper you first have to be as flexible as possible regarding technology and management. Pristine planning helps you with all of your organisational skills and gets your business going on all levels. Many persons […]
Continue Reading14 Tips I Wish I Knew About Graphic Design When Starting Out
The following is a guest blog post contributed by Lexie Lu of Design Roast. One of the best things about the modern age is that you can truly forge your own path as a creative. If you’re a writer, you can simply write. And if you’re an artist, you can sketch or create. So many […]
Continue ReadingHow Neuro Design Can Make You a Better Logo Designer
This is a guest blog from Del Mauricio, a multi-media designer and founder of Aesthetic Philosophies – a graphic design consultancy and blog. For decades, logo designers have relied on a set of design principles and intuition to create successful logos. Most designers through years of experience and practice know what works. Yet, they may […]
Continue ReadingThe 6 biggest mistakes logo designers make
The following is a guest blog post by Alice Jackson from Designhill. The importance of a logo cannot be understated. It is the graphical representation of a company’s identity and this small symbol is so powerful that it can make or mar your company’s reputation. No matter how amazing your services are, how unique your products […]
Continue ReadingWhat’s the purpose of logos and why do they matter?
Logo designs are everywhere. I look around me now, and I can easily count up at least 10 different logos without much effort… they are scattered around us everywhere we go, are embedded in our culture and way of life. They influence our decisions, communicate and represent a company’s values, and are often full of […]
Continue ReadingThe tools needed to be a logo designer
Want to design logos? If so, there’s a number of tools you’ll need before you can get started. Thankfully, almost every home has the tools already available, meaning you’ll be able to start designing logos right away without needing to spend a penny. Here’s a run down of the tools I use as a logo designer: Pencils & Paper […]
Continue ReadingUsing Mood Boards when designing a brand identity
Here today I don't use Mood Boards as part of my usual logo design process. I have however, seen other designers use them successfully, and it's made me curious... am I missing a trick? As always I like connecting with other designers who have been successful with different tools and approaches. This time, I reached [...] Continue ReadingI’m in Photoshop Creative (Issue 144) Branding Feature!
Some exciting news!! I've been featured in this months issue of Photoshop Creative (issue 144) in the advanced feature Branding in Photoshop, where they aim to uncover the secrets behind branding projects and the role Photoshop plays in the design industry. A few weeks ago I was contacted by one of the magazine editors to [...] Continue ReadingCrowd-Sourced Logos are a Bad Idea: Here’s Why
Everywhere you look these days, there’s some kind of competition being run that’s geared towards creatives. If it’s not a contest to score the music for a short film, then it’s a company looking for the perfect illustration for their new product. More often than not, the businesses putting on these contests and competitions are […]
Continue ReadingBeing inspired by graphic designer Radim Malinic
I recently got chatting to Radim Malinic, a fellow freelance graphic designer based in South West London who works under the name 'Brand Nu'. Radim is one of the most talented all round designers I know, so I was excited when he mentioned he’s been working on a book titled Book of ideas - a journal of creative [...] Continue ReadingHow social media is transforming logo design
Almost everyone has a smartphone, and almost all of us use Social Media. It’s transformed how we communicate and consume content on a daily basis. This change is having a direct impact on how designers are approaching logo design, and in this blog, I want to talk through a few of the developments I’ve noticed. [...] Continue Reading