Out There Archery: Logo Evolution & Brand Identity Development
Client: East Archers
Location: South Africa
I was tasked with evolving and improving an existing archery brand logo, creating multiple concepts that maintained the essence of archery while elevating the professional presentation.
Final Design Elements
Chosen Concept (Hand-drawn Style)
- Distressed arrow through circular target
- Organic, authentic aesthetic
- Perfect blend of professional and approachable
- Dynamic movement in design
Typography
- Clean serif font for main text
- Elegant spacing
- Balanced hierarchy
- Professional presentation
Color Palette
- Primary: Gold/Black version
- Gold for premium feel
- Black for sophistication
- Grey accents for depth
- Alternative: Color version
- Turquoise outer ring
- Red inner ring
- White figure/arrow
- Silver accents
Technical Implementation
- Vector-based artwork
- Scalable design
- Multiple color variations
- Format versatility
Design Strategy
- Brand Positioning:
- Professional yet accessible
- Adventure-focused
- Educational emphasis
- Global perspective
- Visual Elements:
- Circular containment
- Dynamic arrow movement
- Balanced composition
- Textural details
Deliverables
- Multiple concept options
- Vector source files
- Color variations
- Style guide
- Application examples
Usage Specifications
- Primary logo lockup
- Secondary variations
- Minimum size requirements
- Color specifications
- Clear space guidelines
Project Impact
- Enhanced brand presence
- Maintained brand recognition
- Improved versatility
- Professional elevation
- Strong visual identity

This project demonstrates my ability to evolve existing brand elements while creating multiple sophisticated options that serve different brand applications. The final design successfully bridges traditional archery symbolism with modern design sensibilities.