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Comment on A Year In Non-League Football Photos by FC Rau

FC Rau — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 23:59:38 +0000

I love the Arundel FC pitch photo with castle in background

Comment on Fixing Major League Soccer’s Font Problem by FC Rau

FC Rau — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 22:47:05 +0000

The Camaro Sans font definitely fails in fostering tradition. Just playing devil’s advocate here, but maybe MLS is trying to get the attention of the younger generation as they attempt to reel in young fans. On the contrary, many MLB jerseys look very traditional, and that is failing to capture today’s youth — they are turning to NFL, UFC and even MLS (thank you AYSO).

Speaking of young, the MLS is still in its teenage years, so their teams are still carving out success. Once they begin regularly playing on the national stage in the CONCACAF Club World Cup, for instance, and have more football exclusive stadiums and retired legends to giving standing ovations to, then they can dial up the tradition. But, for now, the MLS is a young gun.

I love the logo at the bottom of the numerals like EPL does, btw.

Comment on DIY Graphics: Portland Timbers Supporter Propaganda by Tom Dunmore

Tom Dunmore — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 20:06:18 +0000

Interesting debate, one worth having. I would just add:

(1) The selection of work shown was by PI, not by Brent (though used with his permission, of course). We were interested in telling the story graphically, rather than just trying to showcase a portfolio.

(2) In my opinion, there’s a big difference between this kind of work done non-commercially and appropriation in commercial work. Fair use is a different kettle of fish here, as is an understanding that this is non-paid work done to promote supporter activities. It’s DIY, it’s one fan’s efforts in his free time, this isn’t club marketing.

Comment on DIY Graphics: Portland Timbers Supporter Propaganda by J-P Voilleque

J-P Voilleque — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 20:00:11 +0000

j wilson –

Google “mashup.”

I imagine that you’re still really, really mad at Vanilla Ice. That’s okay, I am too – but for aesthetic reasons, not because of the “Under Pressure” sample.

If you check out the wider body of work (viewable at his site), you’ll see that the vast majority of the posters are original.

Paul’s handled the “high school” art comment, but I’ll mention in passing that Brent earns his living as a graphic designer. So kids, don’t listen to your parents, stick to high school art.

Comment on DIY Graphics: Portland Timbers Supporter Propaganda by arnold

arnold — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 19:27:29 +0000

None of this stuff is that great, and seems to lack creativity. It’s all very similar, making it extremely boring. The n00bs love that an admitted n00b does this, and the sad part is that it ends up everywhere.

Comment on Away Days: FC United of Manchester by Nick Speakman

Nick Speakman — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 07:07:20 +0000

Great photos and great memories. Need a few “p*ssing down in Nelson” or “freezing fog in Bury” to get to full ambience )

Comment on Fixing Major League Soccer’s Font Problem by Super Nerd

Super Nerd — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:52:02 +0000

I really like the sport of the future compromise look. Though I don’t think the current font is terrible.

Comment on Away Days: FC United of Manchester by Frank Ois

Frank Ois — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 23:00:06 +0000

Great pictures

Comment on DIY Graphics: Portland Timbers Supporter Propaganda by Paul DeBruler

Paul DeBruler — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 18:15:08 +0000

Greg –

The Timbers are indeed currently owned by Merritt Paulson, Henry Paulson’s son. The Timbers Army, however, predates MP’s involvement in the team by at least 10 years. When MP became the owner, he made a point of working with the Timbers Army to preserve as much of the TA’s original spirit as possible, and he has done nothing since he became owner to change the TA in any way except to ask that they swear less in their chants.

The Timbers’ DIY culture existed long before Merritt Paulson, and it will exist if he decides to sell them. That’s the point. Henry Paulson has no relevance to the Timbers.

Comment on Away Days: FC United of Manchester by QWK KCKS: Those Barca Boys of Bossier | KCKRS

QWK KCKS: Those Barca Boys of Bossier | KCKRS — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 14:41:33 +0000

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