Superhero Logos Portray Design Principles
By Jesse Fisher
Just about everyone knows the Batman logo, even without the name emblazoned along with it. Superhero logos really don't need to include a name, because their fans know them by sight. If you're not a connoisseur of comics, their logos won't mean much to you, of course. Their graphical symbols tend to carry the primary characteristic of the comics persona.
Batman is a mystery character, only seen with a mask. The other unique trait about his logo is the bat-like aspects of his cape and hat (or is that just part of his cape?). Regardless, when your new superhero needs a logo, think about the primary features that make him or her super, then concentrate on those things in your logo.
Spiderman is rather unusual as a superhero sporting his own set of shortcomings, in many ways a rather ordinary superhero. He's the superhero who could be you, as it has been stated. But never mind, his logo emphasizes his amazing ability to fly by shooting a web -- and show a little muscle at the same time. Whatever you want to make your superhero to be, make your logo to reflect it. A logo can do that in innumerable ways, if you let your imagination go. You too might end up with a superhero that talks to himself!
Superman's logo is what every guy dreams would appear if he were to take his shirt off. A superhero logo that is only a shirt is certainly unusual, but it has its own way of subtly representing what this superhero is about. The truncated diamond shape makes us think subconsciously about Superman's rock-hard physique - the massive torso every superhero needs, with his title filling the logo itself. Just one letter, that's all it takes if it is done so that the superhero is properly represented.
And who can resist another superhero logo view of Batman? This one give us a better view of his cape and bat-like appearance. The appearance of the bat wings projecting below the logo text adds to the effect. The whole effect is also influenced by the fact that Batman's face is dark - this superhero remains mysterious, that's for sure. Remember the mood you are portraying when you make your superhero logo.
About the author
Jesse Fisher has created a site specifically to give graphic designers ideas when they need to create superhero pictures, or other logo designs. Also, Elfwood.org offers fantasy art information. from http://www.FreeArticlesAndContent.com
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