Memento Mori IV Hand-drawn Work in Progress — Part 1. Here we go again. One mark at a time. You’r...Memento Mori IV Hand-drawn Work in Progress — Part 1. Here we go again. One mark at a time. You’r...
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Here we go again. One mark at a time.
You’re looking at the very beginning of what will probably become another ridiculous amount of hours, patience, ink, and questionable life choices.
Logo design for StocksWithJosh, a prominent online trading mentor with 195K YouTube subscribers.
The concept was simple: blend the initials SWJ with a subtle nod to his status as the "GOAT" (Greatest Of All Time), a moniker earned from his community.
The result is a bold, recognizable brand mark that fits his business perfectly.
What do you think of the end result?
The mark reads instantly at thumbnail size, and the framed SWJ lockup gives it a strong YouTube-avatar presence. The subtle crown/GOAT cue is a nice detail without overpowering the initials.
The orange-and-black system has real presence, and the mobile frames show the hierarchy holding together rather than just shrinking. The clear CTA placement is a smart counterweight to the oversized hero type.