NickRJ325 Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 Well, I havent seen anything on here yet about it but here is what the original Whalers logo looked like, and the owners actually approved it too, but the graphic artist thought he could do better. So here is the evolution of the Whalers logo.Being from Hartford, CT. I find this cool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gothamite Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 That was such a great logo before they ruined it with the unnecessary outlines. The Green Bay Packers Uniform Database! Now in a handy blog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 That was such a great logo before they ruined it with the unnecessary outlines.And ruined it by moving to hillbilly country. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin W. Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 That was such a great logo before they ruined it with the unnecessary outlines.I disagree. Hartford's identity was better before the color change but the logo was still just as good. The core concept, which is what made it great, was unchanged. Mighty Ducks of Anaheim (CHL - 2018 Orr Cup Champions) Chicago Rivermen (UBA/WBL - 2014, 2015, 2017 Intercontinental Cup Champions) King's Own Hexham FC (BIP - 2022 Saint's Cup Champions) Portland Explorers (EFL - Elite Bowl XIX Champions) Real San Diego (UPL) Red Bull Seattle (ULL - 2018, 2019, 2020 Gait Cup Champions) Vancouver Huskies (CL) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
altosax29b Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 That was such a great logo before they ruined it with the unnecessary outlines.I disagree. Hartford's identity was better before the color change but the logo was still just as good. The core concept, which is what made it great, was unchanged.The core concept didn't change but by no means is the logo just as good with the outlines. It's pretty much the quintessential perfect logo without the outlines. With them it's a notch down but still very solid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCL Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 That was such a great logo before they ruined it with the unnecessary outlines.And ruined it by moving to hillbilly country.I've never considered NC hillbilly country, weird. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Admiral Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 That was such a great logo before they ruined it with the unnecessary outlines.Agreed. Someone here called the 1992 update a toilet seat, which it turns out is something that sticks with you just as much as the revelation that there's an H in the negative space. You never unsee it.That was such a great logo before they ruined it with the unnecessary outlines.And ruined it by moving to hillbilly country.Agreed. Going to Tampa and Dallas is one thing, but if you're going to use some of your footprint on small markets, at least use it on small markets where there's ice and an established love of the game. I can't believe someone somewhere ever said "man, I gotta get in on this Raleigh thing." But I've already said too much.I've never considered NC hillbilly country, weird.Raleigh is heavy on the transplants (I believe the locals refer to the suburb of Cary as "Containing All Relocated Yankees" or something witty) in search of software companies and comparatively inexpensive real estate, but I wouldn't want to venture off the reservation. ♫ oh yeah, board goes on, long after the thrill of postin' is gone ♫ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norva Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 Being Southern does not = hillbilly you know... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Admiral Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 Distinguishing between hillbilly, redneck, hick, and cracker is sort of like talking about how a girl can be attractive, cute, pretty, or hot, but the visual aids aren't as pleasant. ♫ oh yeah, board goes on, long after the thrill of postin' is gone ♫ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WSU151 Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 Nm - irrelevant Smart is believing half of what you hear. Genius is knowing which half. Â Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STL FANATIC Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 And being southern does not equate to any of those four things. But anyways, back to the topic, it's very interesting how the artist's centerpiece was the W with the negative space H, and he actually fluctuated between using a whaling spear and an actual whale tail.He no doubt chose the more visually pleasing one, but I can tell you I'd have gone back and forth over and over about what the "right" choice was. The original, in a way, may actually represent the nickname better.I'd have probably screwed it up by trying to use both in the logo. JUSTIN STRIEBEL | PORTFOLIO | RESUME | CONTACT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheOldRoman Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 Distinguishing between hillbilly, redneck, hick, and cracker is sort of like talking about how a girl can be attractive, cute, pretty, or hot, but the visual aids aren't as pleasant.I agree. Bigotry IS cool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gothamite Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 it's very interesting how the artist's centerpiece was the W with the negative space H, and he actually fluctuated between using a whaling spear and an actual whale tail.He no doubt chose the more visually pleasing one, but I can tell you I'd have gone back and forth over and over about what the "right" choice was. The original, in a way, may actually represent the nickname better.I'd have probably screwed it up by trying to use both in the logo.Yeah, it's tough to know when to let go of a good idea, and the spear is a very good idea. The whale tail is just a better one. The Green Bay Packers Uniform Database! Now in a handy blog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morgan33 Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 That was such a great logo before they ruined it with the unnecessary outlines.I disagree. Hartford's identity was better before the color change but the logo was still just as good. The core concept, which is what made it great, was unchanged.Also disagree. The logo was greatly improved in 1992 with the addition of grey. The only mistake was making the away jersey primarily navy instead of green. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andrewharrington Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 That was such a great logo before they ruined it with the unnecessary outlines.I disagree. Hartford's identity was better before the color change but the logo was still just as good. The core concept, which is what made it great, was unchanged.Concept can only take you part of the way there. Execution takes you the rest of the way. This logo (and most others) suffer when outlines are added without need. I still don't have a website, but I have a dribbble now! http://dribbble.com/andyharry [The postings on this site are my own and do not necessarily represent the position, strategy or opinions of adidas and/or its brands.] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBTV Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 And being southern does not equate to any of those four things. But anyways, back to the topic, it's very interesting how the artist's centerpiece was the W with the negative space H, and he actually fluctuated between using a whaling spear and an actual whale tail.He no doubt chose the more visually pleasing one, but I can tell you I'd have gone back and forth over and over about what the "right" choice was. The original, in a way, may actually represent the nickname better.I'd have probably screwed it up by trying to use both in the logo.Well wouldn't the client make the decision after seeing the two designs? "The views expressed here are mine and do not reflect the official opinion of my employer or the organization through which the Internet was accessed." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Island_Style Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 Distinguishing between hillbilly, redneck, hick, and cracker is sort of like talking about how a girl can be attractive, cute, pretty, or hot, but the visual aids aren't as pleasant.I agree. Bigotry IS cool.Well, it is hipster to love every race but white people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gothamite Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 C'mon, guys. I agree that wasn't called for, but that conversation has died out. Let it. The Green Bay Packers Uniform Database! Now in a handy blog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STL FANATIC Posted October 18, 2012 Share Posted October 18, 2012 And being southern does not equate to any of those four things. But anyways, back to the topic, it's very interesting how the artist's centerpiece was the W with the negative space H, and he actually fluctuated between using a whaling spear and an actual whale tail.He no doubt chose the more visually pleasing one, but I can tell you I'd have gone back and forth over and over about what the "right" choice was. The original, in a way, may actually represent the nickname better.I'd have probably screwed it up by trying to use both in the logo.Well wouldn't the client make the decision after seeing the two designs?Well, in a typical design process, yeah, there'd probably be a few options. But you never show a design you don't want chosen.That said, this doesn't sound like a typical process. The logo was designed, the Whalers liked it, and then the designer wanted to go back and do more. Kinda sounds like the designer was a trusted friend or something and they were willing to let him do his thing. JUSTIN STRIEBEL | PORTFOLIO | RESUME | CONTACT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gothamite Posted October 18, 2012 Share Posted October 18, 2012 Either way, they were smart to listen to him. The Green Bay Packers Uniform Database! Now in a handy blog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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