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We need a "Free Content" logo that can be attached to works covered by licenses which meet the conditions defined in the [[Definition|Free Content Definition]]. | We need two separate logos, a "Free Content" logo and a "Free Expression" logo, that can be attached to works covered by licenses which meet the conditions defined in the [[Definition|Free Content and Expression Definition]]. Each of these logos should consist of: | ||
* a symbol or sign that is the same for both logos (minor variations allowed) | * a symbol or sign that is the same for both logos (minor variations allowed) | ||
* a label, | * a label, i.e. "Free Content" or "Free Expression" | ||
Logos '''must''' have a vector graphics source (SVG preferred), but '''must''' be uploaded in a bitmap format (transparent PNG preferred). A good, free software vector graphics application which can handle SVG and PNG exports is [http://www.inkscape.org/ inkscape]. The dimensions are up to you as long as the images scale well. In order for your logo to be used, the logo itself must be free content with a reduced attribution requirement, but we can work this out with you once we have picked your logo. | Logos '''must''' have a vector graphics source (SVG preferred), but '''must''' be uploaded in a bitmap format (transparent PNG preferred). A good, free software vector graphics application which can handle SVG and PNG exports is [http://www.inkscape.org/ inkscape]. The dimensions are up to you as long as the images scale well. In order for your logo to be used, the logo itself must be free content with a reduced attribution requirement, but we can work this out with you once we have picked your logo. | ||
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Some advice and ideas: | Some advice and ideas: | ||
* Don't make it too complex. See the Wikipedia article [[w:logo|logo]] for some information on what makes a good logo. | * Don't make it too complex. See the Wikipedia article [[w:logo|logo]] for some information on what makes a good logo. | ||
* Since "Free Expression" is meant to be used primarily for artistic works, it may be a good idea to make this particular logo slightly more playful. | |||
* It's all about works being used freely, merged, copied, changed, and so on. A visual metaphor that reflects this may make the most sense. | * It's all about works being used freely, merged, copied, changed, and so on. A visual metaphor that reflects this may make the most sense. | ||
== Current submissions == | == Current submissions == | ||
''None yet.'' |