leggman01 Posted June 24, 2013 Share Posted June 24, 2013 Holy Hell, that Beaver B is brilliant....yes, it is...wow... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDGP Posted June 24, 2013 Share Posted June 24, 2013 Wow, I love this. Personally, I preferred the hem stripe on the original one, though the rest of the updates are definitely upgrades. Solid Work I've got a dribbble, check it out if you like my stuff; alternatively, if you hate my stuff, send it to your enemies to punish their insolence! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparkychewbarky Posted June 26, 2013 Author Share Posted June 26, 2013 Holy Hell, that Beaver B is brilliant....yes, it is...wow...Thanks leggman. The logo's going over well, and the little beaver that's in the "B"...We let him out once in a while (for some future concepts)... *The Battle of Seattle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparkychewbarky Posted June 26, 2013 Author Share Posted June 26, 2013 Personally, I preferred the hem stripe on the original one, though the rest of the updates are definitely upgrades.Yeh Lafarge, I like the changes on the sleeves but the waist stripes are now too wide, IMO.How about this one?... *The Battle of Seattle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparkychewbarky Posted June 26, 2013 Author Share Posted June 26, 2013 Northlanders and Beavers Away UnisNorthlanders AwaysThe Northlanders wanted to keep the white to a minimum in trying to maintain their dark, "menacing" look,so they just basically swapped the grey on the homes with the white of the aways.It turned out O.K.. The logos held up well because of their thick black outline.The Nor'landers added an extra logo on the lower back.Hopefully, there's enough white on the socks. (awaiting league approval)...There should be.The Beavers AwaysThe home-to-away transition didn't go quite so easily for the Beevs.They wanted to keep the golden sprig and white letters, so they put a dark line around both....It looked a little washed out.They then decided to put a dark shape behind the lettering and sprig; but what shape would work best?The Ontario Provincial Police force is iconic in Ontario.They're known as the O.P.P.. (We used to call them the Ontario Potato Pickers).Their triangular shoulder and cap patch is well known throughout the province.We've borrowed that shape to use on the away chest logo, and also, in an upcoming "Official Fan Club" concept challenge.So, here's the Ontario Beavers Aways...Up next...the funny-looking ones are summoned to the front lines in, "The Clash of the Mascots"... *The Battle of Seattle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest darkpiranha Posted June 26, 2013 Share Posted June 26, 2013 Seems to me that the sleeve stripes could possibly somehow incorporate the XX from the tail. Or maybe the shoulder yoke could be the tail. After seeing the distinctive XX in some of the other iterations of the beaver that it should be featured somewhere else as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparkychewbarky Posted June 26, 2013 Author Share Posted June 26, 2013 Seems to me that the sleeve stripes could possibly somehow incorporate the XX from the tail. Or maybe the shoulder yoke could be the tail. After seeing the distinctive XX in some of the other iterations of the beaver that it should be featured somewhere else as well.That's a great idea darkp.There'll be "Special Events"and "Alternate Uniforms" challenges coming up.I'll use your suggestions then.Thanks! *The Battle of Seattle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GotPixels Posted June 28, 2013 Share Posted June 28, 2013 Beavers by far Sparky. Beautiful. I do agree with DP on the XX. It would be a nice touch.Bring on those mascots. Old Dog Learning New Tricks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparkychewbarky Posted June 28, 2013 Author Share Posted June 28, 2013 Bring on those mascots.Here ya go, GP...The Clash of the MascotsTime for something a little different...The Battle of Markham Competition Committee (BoMCC) asked the two opponents to:- create 2 mascot concepts that reflect the image of the team- include, along with graphics, an explanation of how each one will "act"- provide an example of what your mascot will emulate.The first to introduce their contenders is the Ontario Northlanders.Northlanders"The Northlanders have chosen two legendary warriors to represent the team; each one quite different from the other.The Northlanders were referred to by friend and foe alike as the "Wolves of the North".We have created a character that is the mascot-ish version of our popular secondary logo.The mascoteer who will be this character will need to be around 5.5 ft. tall, a good dancer, and very athletic. (a gymnast?)...very similiar in manner to the award-winning Toronto Raptor."Introducing...WULF"Our next entry is a total contrast to the lively "Wulf".He will command a presence by his sheer size, and because of his size, will usually be found in 1 or 2 areas of the arena.His motions will be limited but the gentle giant will have an appeal quite similar to the "Where the Wild Things Are" fantastic creatures.He is the fore-father of the "Hockey Flow" and "Playoff Beard"."Introducing...Bobby Thorr"Beat that Beavers..."Up next...The Beavers suit up... *The Battle of Seattle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1clkgtramg Posted June 28, 2013 Share Posted June 28, 2013 hahaha I love how much effort you put into your designs.At first, I was skeptical about the names (Halifax and Ontario ending in "Landers") but I love the wolf logo! (I've always liked Markham Marauders or Markham Northmen or even Ontario instead)I'd like to see the Wolf logo on the front with the ON logo and Trillium as shoulder patches, but other than that, the colours are freaking amazing!!The Beavers was another skeptical name. Usually when someoone makes a Beavers team, they try to over agressi-fy the logo to make "Beavers" sound like a respectable name. You sir, you went with a classic look and boy does it look fantastic!! Its subtle and not in your face but it is clear it is a beaver and a B and a hockey stick... go figure. Again love the colours on this one too! Great work as usual Sparky! US and World License Plate Redesign - Fixing the Elite Ice Hockey League - NHL to Soccer Crossover - European Hockey League Twitter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GotPixels Posted June 29, 2013 Share Posted June 29, 2013 Top shelf Sparky. You are a Bada_ _!Bobby Thorr..OMG Old Dog Learning New Tricks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midway Posted June 29, 2013 Share Posted June 29, 2013 My mistake, thought this was up for votes. I still vote Bobby Thorr. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkeypower Posted June 29, 2013 Share Posted June 29, 2013 Those are so cool. Great job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greyraven8 Posted July 1, 2013 Share Posted July 1, 2013 Great concepts as always.Although my local university hockey team doesn't have a bad logo, if they had something like your Northlanders it would be a big improvement. They could even keep their name (Thundewolves or Wolves) if they used your shoulder crest as a main logo. If they would have had someone as creative as you and had as many locals of Scandinavian descent as they have of Finnish maybe they would have considered this.Beavers jerseys are great - the Beaver 'B' is amazing and the script works very well but I prefer the white jersey with the triangle over the green. Don't think the leafs look as good outside the triangle. If you are up for minor revision ideas at this stage, could consider adding the triangle to the green jersey, swapping the shoulder crest with the leafs, or removing the leafs and putting the Beavers name straight across the jersey. "Just when I thought you'd said the stupidest thing, you keep on talking" - Hank Hill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparkychewbarky Posted July 2, 2013 Author Share Posted July 2, 2013 hahaha I love how much effort you put into your designs.At first, I was skeptical about the names (Halifax and Ontario ending in "Landers") but I love the wolf logo! (I've always liked Markham Marauders or Markham Northmen or even Ontario instead)Thanks #1. The "Northmen" idea's a good one. It's shorter than "Northlanders", and has the same meaning (Vikings). Hmmm.Top shelf Sparky. You are a Bada_ _!Bobby Thorr..OMGMy mistake, thought this was up for votes.I still vote Bobby Thorr.Those are so cool. Great job.Thanks. Bobby Thorr's a little different, eh?Great concepts as always.Although my local university hockey team doesn't have a bad logo, if they had something like your Northlanders it would be a big improvement. They could even keep their name (Thundewolves or Wolves) if they used your shoulder crest as a main logo. If they would have had someone as creative as you and had as many locals of Scandinavian descent as they have of Finnish maybe they would have considered this.Hi greyraven. Thanks, and I'll send Lakehead U. this link, although, like you say, they DO have a pretty decent logo. *The Battle of Seattle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparkychewbarky Posted July 2, 2013 Author Share Posted July 2, 2013 The Clash of the Mascots - Cont'dThe Beavers- "Sparky and Chewbarky"Calvin and Hobbes, C-3PO and R2D2, and Yogi Bear and Boo-Boo, are all members of the "Tall-Guy-Short-Guy" union.The Beavers have gone with this classic "schtick", with their "Sparky and Chewbarky" duo. (Chewbarky's the short one)The Beavers were also inspired by this... The Bruins Bear is hilarious as just some guy in a bad bear outfit...So, because beavers are kinda funny looking just as they are... Sparky and Chewy will also be "au naturel",(although Sparky wears a scarf to hide his too-long head/neck, which was necessary to give him more height.)Chewy is operated by a 5 ft. guy who will be peering out of Chewy's nose, while Sparky's "mascoteer" will be about 6 ft. tall, and will look out of Spark's mouth.That combo should result in a desired 2 ft. height difference.O.K.... we'll get back to the serious stuff with the upcoming "Alternate Uniforms" tilt.It'll be the Northlanders' "Golden Wolf" uniform, against the Beavers' "Beavertail" kit. *The Battle of Seattle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GotPixels Posted July 2, 2013 Share Posted July 2, 2013 Nailed it man. The "song & dance" pose is just classic and funny as hades. Old Dog Learning New Tricks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TorinK92 Posted July 2, 2013 Share Posted July 2, 2013 hmmm, Spartycat and Chewbacca? I kid , these are awesome. Maybe the tradition here would be to throw Beaver Tails, not Eggo's, onto the ice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparkychewbarky Posted July 3, 2013 Author Share Posted July 3, 2013 Attack of the AltsTime for the Alts to go over the top...The Beavers "Beavertail" YellowsThe Beavers stray a bit from their traditional looks, with an alt that's a little more contemporary.They acknowledged some requests to put the Beaver "B" on the front by itself, and to somehow incorporate the diagonal tail lines into the design,with a subtle watermark on the back panel...The Northlanders "Golden Wolf" SweaterIt seems that the Beevs and Nor'landers have swapped styles as the Horde goes traditional with their alt entry."Gold on Gold with Black"...The next challenge requires the two sides to apply their schemes to their Fan Clubs. *The Battle of Seattle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparkychewbarky Posted July 5, 2013 Author Share Posted July 5, 2013 Now that the logos, uniforms, and alts are done, the combatants will be asked to utilize their logos/image in various applications such asfan clubs, special events, an on-line store and merchandise, event vehicles, etc.The first "Application" challenge involves fan club logos/marketing...The Ontario Beavers.. ... remain on their strategy of having a lighter, more colourful theme.As mentioned before, The Ontario Provincial Police force is an iconic institution in this province.Many performers, artists have been photographed wearing the famous shoulder patch/cap triangular logo; and so the Beavers have created a somewhat humorous identity for their fan clubbased on the O.P.P. graphics.The Beavers encourage all to become a member of the "Ontario Beavers Patrol"...The Northlanders...... of course have come up something a little more ominous.A group/army/mob of Vikings/Northlanders/Barbarians have been historically referred to as a "horde".The Nor'landers have maintained their darker look with the "Horde" warrior logo...Next challenge..."A Special Event"... *The Battle of Seattle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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