Creating a Logo from Scratch in Google Drawings

In this video, Josh demonstrates how to create a logo from scratch using Google Drawings. He begins by setting up a square canvas and emphasizes the importance of simplicity in logo design. Josh uses Word Art to create a type-focused logo for a gaming company called 'Good Game'. He then designs an icon using the letter 'G' and incorporates a game controller silhouette to visually represent the gaming theme. Finally, Josh explains how to export the logo in different formats, ensuring it maintains a transparent background for versatile use.

Why does Josh prefer to work on a square canvas for logo design?

• It is the default setting in Google Drawings.

• It is easier to draw on a square canvas.

• It makes logos more usable and deployable.

• It allows for more detailed designs.

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What is the first step Josh takes to create the text-based logo?

• He inserts an image.

• He uses Word Art.

• He changes the background color.

• He draws a circle.

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Which font does Josh use for the 'Good Game' logo?

• Bungie

• Times New Roman

• Roboto

• Arial

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How does Josh ensure that the text maintains its proportions while resizing?

• By using the mouse wheel

• By holding down the Shift key

• By typing in the dimensions manually

• By holding down the Alt key

What does Josh use as a base for the icon?

• A rectangle

• A triangle

• A circle

• A hexagon

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What tool does Josh use to trace the game controller silhouette?

• The freehand tool

• The rectangle tool

• The curve tool

• The line tool

Why does Josh use the ColorZilla extension?

• To add text

• To export images

• To draw shapes

• To keep track of colors

What format does Josh recommend for exporting the logo to maintain a transparent background?

• JPEG

• PNG

• GIF

• BMP

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What is the purpose of creating multiple variations of the logo?

• To use in different applications

• To make the design process longer

• To confuse the audience

• To test different color schemes

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Which format allows the logo to be opened in industry-standard programs like Illustrator?

• TIFF

• BMP

• JPEG

• SVG