Apart from modern logos, web designs and branding I am interested and proficient in classic heraldry; that is the study of armorial bearings i.e. coat ...more Apart from modern logos, web designs and branding I am interested and proficient in classic heraldry; that is the study of armorial bearings i.e. coats of arms, flags and family crests etc. The heraldic traditions stem from the medieval era, but today still many organisations adhere to the traditional heraldic rules and create their insignia and logos accordingly. European football clubs are, among many others, prominent examples of the continuing everyday use of coats of arms as logos and symbols. A coat of arms can be created and used by businesses and organisations as well as individuals . The coat of arms can adorn anything from a 10 dollar T-shirt to a 100 000 dollar signet ring that is passed on from father to son within the family. Apart from "painting" your coat of arms or family crest I can help you with the design and ensure that it is in accordance with the traditional heraldic rules. A coat of arms should also have a proper "blazon"; that is a formally correct description from which a knowledgable reader could reconstruct the proper image. (Whenever I design a new coat of arms I provide the blazon as part of the service.) I also translate mottos (or battle cries!) to latin, or old norse – the language of the vikings. A family motto for example is often written in latin, on a banner accompanying the family crest. Apart from heraldry I have an interest in mythology, especially old norse, and symbolism. If you want to create designs with a symbolic or hidden meaning I would be happy to help you with that part of the project as well. hide