"No formula exists in the creation of an icon, but there are several vital ingredients. The original creation is usually a result of passion bordering an obession. The product or brands also tends to capture the essence of its time. Think Rubik cube, Twister, Lava lamp.
And finally an icon creates an emotional reaction - a yo-yo, for instance, makes people smile and remember their younger days; Ferrari brings on various emotions suck as lust, envy and excitement; and Tiffany and Co makes people think of romance. An identification of an icon is purely subjective." ~ excerpt: Author Chris Sheedy, 100 Great Icons.
If you love to create icons and symbols, this is a place to be. Ermm, well of course, if you like ants, even better. ;p
[ Inspired by ant-zen record label - virb.com/antzen ]
sainte alia says:
posted Jul 10