I still wonder why a proprietary font was used for the
logo of a project like Fedora
What font is used in a logo really does not impact the choice of other
fonts used in a layout that includes that logo. In fact, it is my
opinion that using a font in a layout that is the _same_ as the font
used in a logo included in the layout dilutes the impact of the logo.
These other fonts certainly could be fonts that are free to use.
In other words, why would you want to use the font from the logo
anywhere else in a design ?
I would think the Fedora Project would want to control what other fonts
are used in any layouts or graphics, so a consistent image is presented
at all times. Is there any work being done on an identity style guide
for the Fedora Project ? If you are not sure what I am talking about,
Google "identity guide" and take a look how other organizations
document best practices on the use of their logos, and creating
documents or layouts to present a consistent visual identity.
Fortunately, we have big images with the logo and is trivial to trace
them (Inkscape, potrace, autotrace, etc.) and obtain a version in
vector
format, at least this is what i did for my own use
Most organizations prefer to keep the reproduction quality of the
graphics used in their visual identity at a high level. Re-processing (
as the above quote suggests ) or modifying original graphics can lead
to poor quality graphics, which can translate into a poor identity, or
a negative reaction to the graphics. That is generally accepted as a
Bad Thing. Most organizations that go through the effort to develop a
logo or other visual identity also make the effort to make sure every
use of their logo is up to a certain standard. I have heard the term
"logo cop" used for individuals with that responsibility.
Using a poor quality Fedora logo could hurt the Project more than it
would help promote it, if that poor quality logo degrades the visual
identity of the Project.
It is unfortunate that the usage guidelines have not considered all
possible usage cases, and that has caused delays in the ability for
some to use the logo. With visual identity, you only have the first
shot at making a good impression. Protecting the visual identity of the
Fedora Project is nearly as important as protecting your personal
identity, so I understand the care that must be taken here.
Charles Dostale
System Admin - Silver Oaks Communications
http://www.silveroaks.com/
824 17th Street, Moline IL 61265
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