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This page will document the process we are undertaking to create a logo for Code4Lib.
 
== Working Group ==
== Process ==
1* We (the working group) A will draft a logo requirements statement will be drafted -- what Code4Lib is, who we are, and any kind of "messages" or "themes" we think should be considered in the design process.2) * When we're satisfied with the draft, we send it past David Cloutman, who has offered to review it.3) * We make any adjustments we want based on David's feedback.4) * We send it out the Code4Lib list for group comments.5) * We change it, if necessary, based on the feedback.6) * We submit it to Stephanie so she can get started, requesting a few draft concepts for review and feedback.7) * We request volunteers to help review the drafts who have familiarity with the process of selecting a logo.8) * When the draft designs are available, the working group and the volunteers select one design to further develop (if needed)9) * We forward to Stephanie collated suggestions for anything we'd like to see in a final version.
 == Draft Requirements Document ==
'''Code4Lib Logo Design Briefing and Requirements'''
There are many ways to participate. Code4Lib offers a web site, a wiki, a chatroom, a mailing list, an RSS aggregation service, a journal, and a conference.
Key themes to consider include software, technology, libraries, librarians, participation, openness, and collaboration. Also, the The group is very technically-inclined and savvy about writing, debugging, and deploying software. At the same time, the group has a playful attitude and has fun while doing serious work.
''Logo requirements:''
* The organization name (Code4Lib) must be included in the final logo. * The logo must be identifiable. * The logo should be simple and clear in concept. * It must be distinctive in the quality and originality of its visual image and not offend any sensitivities. * The concept should have relevance to the organization. * It must adapt well to electronic and printed media, to reproduction on small surfaces, and to use in color, both in positive and in negative form. * It must be free of any copyright or other intellectual property claims. 
== History ==
A [http://serials.infomotions.com/code4lib/archive/2008/200811/1993.html call for volunteers] to draft a requirements document was then made, and Ranti Junus and Emily Molanphy volunteered.
 
On January 5, 2009, Stephanie Brinley submitted a set of [http://roytennant.com/c4ldesigns.pdf draft concepts] and Roy Tennant called for volunteers with experience in a logo design process to view and comment on the concepts.
 
The following Code4Lib participants volunteered to help review the designs and comment: Sean Hannan, Karen Schneider, Rob Styles, Steve Toub, Tito Sierra, and David Cloutman.
 
On January 8, 2009, Roy Tennant [http://roytennant.com/1-8-09.txt replied to Stephanie] with the summarized response from the reviewers.
 
On January 12, 2009, Stephanie Brinley replied with a set of [http://roytennant.com/c4l_finalvariations.pdf final variations] in response to our feedback.
 
On January 16, 2009, the group decided to go with option #1, while checking with Stephanie that the colors were actual Pantone colors.
 
On January 29, 2009, Roy Tennant created [https://code4lib.org/2009/01/29/code4lib-logo.html a page on the code4lib web site] for all of the files and instructions.
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