Introduction to Modernist Logo Design
Why Modernist Logos?
A course by Rich Baird , Designer
About the video: Why Modernist Logos?
Overview
“In this lesson, I'll discuss what a logo should be and do. I'll cover why modernist logos sufficiently fulfil these requirements and explain why I think the Apple logo is an excellent contemporary example. ”
In this video lesson Rich Baird addresses the topic: Why Modernist Logos?, which is part of the Domestika online course: Introduction to Modernist Logo Design. Take inspiration from Mid-century modernism and create logos for today’s brands that stand the test of time through their simplicity and elegance..
Partial transcription of the video
“ Why Modernist Logos? In this lesson, I'll talk about what a logo should be and should do. I'll speak about how modernist logos fulfil these requirements. I'll speak specifically about the Apple logo and why it is a good contemporary example. Apple, Rob Janoff, 1999 The principle function of a logo is to identify and accumulate meaning. To accumulate meaning, it needs to exist for a long period of time. This is where the notion of timelessness comes in. Your role as a designer is to facilitate the accumulation of meaning. This is not entirely in your hands except that you can do your best ...”
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Course summary for: Introduction to Modernist Logo Design
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Design, Graphic Design, Logo Design

Rich Baird
A course by Rich Baird
Rich Baird is a designer, writer, publisher, and collector of historical artifacts, with a special interest in mid-century modernism. One of his proudest achievements has been building his blog, LogoArchive, a catalog of modernist logos with followers all over the world. In addition to being a digital resource, it has been spun out into zines, an international research project, and an educational program. Rich was also a D&AD pencil winner.
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