Need artist to make Folding Team Badge

[hat]

Well having the badge underneath the system specs tab is going to increase the size of the user data box, thus increasing the minimum size every post box is going to be. It doesn't bother me, I'm just pointing it out. In fact I like it better under the system specs tab, it looks more noticeable there...

 

[EnergyFX]

I think in the sig area next to the thanks button is more practical... this also allows plenty of real estate for a WCG badge... we all know you can't really have one without the other.

 

[hat]

Well, if they do fit snugly next to each other like btarunr said earlier, I would rather have them underneath the system specs tab.

 

[W1zzard]

if we add it to the left user box this will increase its height, which will increase the height of short posts even further. it seems to be more practical to use the space i suggested, especially if we want to support multiple badges.

any other design ideas? i didnt intend to stop peoples' creativity by posting my idea

 

[DanishDevil]

I just wanted to pop in here and say that I absolutely love the idea of having badges, and I think they would go great where the Thanks/Quote buttons are.

 

[HammerON]

"Badges? We don't need no stinken badges!"
Sorry - couldn't resist!!!
I like the idea of having the "badges" by the Thanks area.....

 

[hat]

if we add it to the left user box this will increase its height, which will increase the height of short posts even further

That's pretty much what I said earlier. If we're adding badges, there's only 2 logical places to put it. To the far left of the thanks button area, or under the system specs tab, which fits snugly with the rest of the user info but increases the size of 99% of the post boxes.

Either way it doesn't matter to me. They will still be seen, it's just that one option fits into the user area for a cleaner look, but it makes most posts bigger.

 

[fixt]

This one may have to be reworked a little to fit in your space but I think I have a winner here

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[El Fiendo]

Hehehe, are we going to take that lying down team?


Thank you very much Wiz, this should go a great deal towards helping out the team and getting our name out there.

I'm not suggesting this, but I thought I'd show you the HWC variant of the folding tag for those that haven't had the pleasure of being to their forum. Might help spur some ideas.

Now obviously its customized to their Canadian origin, but the idea behind this is the double helix.

 

[fixt]

Heh - Just had to throw that out there.

In all seriousness though - what about the TPU logo using a protein chain chain? Or doing the loop in a standard DNA double helix?

The existing logo looks good, and seem implemented well - just tossing out some other ideas.

 

[lemonadesoda]

Badges? Where will it stop?

How about badges for all the clubs? Oh how spammy. This is going to get elitist or a real visual eyesore. I think I might even prefer more ads that having every member trying to show off and pimp their badges.

How about badges for each moderator you received an infraction from? Collect the set for an EXTRA gold star! (TheMailMan made me say it... LOL)

 

[BUCK NASTY]

if we add it to the left user box this will increase its height, which will increase the height of short posts even further. it seems to be more practical to use the space i suggested, especially if we want to support multiple badges.

any other design ideas? i didnt intend to stop peoples' creativity by posting my idea

I think you chose the most logical position for badge(s). We are too limited with the user box position. I think we should implement something soon considering the way the Canucks are currently "handing us our hat". Recruitment is a priority now.

Badges? Where will it stop?

How about badges for all the clubs? Oh how spammy. This is going to get elitist or a real visual eyesore. I think I might even prefer more ads that having every member trying to show off and pimp their badges.

How about badges for each moderator you received an infraction from? Collect the set for an EXTRA gold star! (TheMailMan made me say it... LOL)

Wow, your working in the right direction. Since it has already been decided, let's stay on-topic and be more productive.

 

[El Fiendo]

Originally @ lemonadesoda

Well, aside from being extra sassy today, that's a pretty cool idea you got there.

Unfortunately I see it being too much work for Wizzard wanting to manage. I mean there's got to be a connect between user donation and server upgrade, and it would be up to Wiz to connect the dots. I'd see it more likely that a user, who was deemed trustworthy, get picked and he/she operates the TPU funded folding farm.

Problem is that the donations aren't always guaranteed, so some months might be quite short on operating costs.


Edit: Apparently there was a ninja delete.

 

[lemonadesoda]

Edit: Apparently there was a ninja delete.

Yep, I couldnt quite spot what happened to the post either. Anyway, running costs would need to be paid by ad revenue. I've no idea if it would cover the cost of hardware too... I think one of the GPU manufacturers would donate a folding GPU or two if they got a sponsor banner.

**edit*

BUCK just sent me a PM telling to stop making suggestions that are off topic, and that this thread may only answer the question "where should the badge go", or he will delete them. Ohhps. Slap wrist. There I was thinking that something might be open for opinion or debate. Anyway, been silenced now. Out.

 

[PVTCaboose1337]

I think that we have a double edged sword in a sense... The current logo, which Buck Nasty has (which I made a long time ago) is not made for the purpose to have text by it. It would look great on its own! Where should we put it? By the name IMO. Also, the TPU folding team text is a bad idea IMO.

W1z's position I have no problem with, just the text and the font is all wrong... I am fixing now!

 

[Steevo]

Shiver me timbers, blow me down.


Sail the high seas and I spy with me eye this..........stolen cleanly from another forum I used to fold for.

Something like, and with Techpowerup! added.


Or a bunny what said "You suck at Folding" or some other smartass nonsenseical shart.

 

[PVTCaboose1337]

I like cool fonts. Try this one.

EDIT: Thats a PNG BTW, transparency enabled!

 

[PVTCaboose1337]

Preview!

Or this maybe?

After looking at it I think we need text, what do you guys think?

EDIT: Also a stroked version. And if you hate the text I can change it in a flash!

I like the stroked version better... When I round it you will like it even more!

 

[El Fiendo]

I think we need text. Just seeing the symbol isn't enough for new people to go on. However with the text its an easy connection between Folding Team badge and Folding Team subforums. Though, if the little pic acts as a link to the F@H subforum, then both would work I guess.

 

[PVTCaboose1337]

And rounded.

 

[PVTCaboose1337]

And another font rounded:
And another as well!

EDIT: Also those are all PNG's so ready to edit and go if anyone wants to improve!

 

[lemonadesoda]

I think your first suggestion, post#40 was the best. The badge is worn at the end of the name
http://img.techpowerup.org/090921/Capture013935.jpg

 

[PVTCaboose1337]

I think your first suggestion, post#40 was the best. The badge is worn at the end of the name
http://img.techpowerup.org/090921/Capture013935.jpg

Only problem with that is my name is one that is too long to do that!

 

[lemonadesoda]

No it's not, the column expands to fit... see...

 

[sneekypeet]

If we do get these icons for team members, can they hyperlink to the Folding sub-forum?