Spier Methodé Cap Classique

by Simon™ • Uploaded: Mar. 17 '11

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Description: Reflecting Spier Wine Farm's holistic approach, this sparkling wine's filigreed gold symbol was inspired by the symmetry and balance of Buddhist mandalas. For a closeup, go to http://www.simonfrouws.com/images/mandala.jpg or see the packaging by clicking the 'as seen on' link below.
As seen on: my website
Status: Client work
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Tags: animals gold circle life cycle
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lecart Mar. 17 '11

This is way too much for me, but it works very nice on the bottle.

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Simon™ Mar. 17 '11

Thanks everyone. I was debating whether to put it on LogoPond or not, because it blurs the boundary between design and illustration. Obviously not for use at small sizes!

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firebrand Mar. 17 '11

Wow, shame the space can't do it justice.

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AlexWende Mar. 17 '11

this is crazy, crazy good also! O_O

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Simon™ Mar. 17 '11

I really stuffed it into that rectangle, didn't I! :-)

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logomotive Mar. 17 '11

%5EThat's fantastic!

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firebrand Mar. 17 '11

Any chance of seeing a close up? Say a quarter of it?

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Simon™ Mar. 17 '11

I want to show it as it was on the packaging, as a full mandala. Out of interest, this was for a Limited Edition. Here's the more 'commercial' version, with a simplified coat-of-arms (although the foiling isn't perfect): http://www.wine.co.za/directory/winepicture.aspx?WINEID%3D24557

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zephyr Mar. 17 '11

Really pops when done when metallic on the green bottle!

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Simon™ Mar. 17 '11

Thanks for your kind comments - Alex, Mike %26 Harris.

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Type08 Mar. 17 '11

Straight into gallery of the 'Wine Label Pond'! %3B)

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devey Mar. 17 '11

*whistle* That's nice!*

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Sean Heisler Mar. 17 '11

Holy crap, that's nice!

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JoePrince Mar. 17 '11

How does it look on a DVD spine?

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andreiu Mar. 17 '11

works perfectly on the bottle! congrats.

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Simon™ Mar. 17 '11

joeprince - like a big gold blob! %3B-)

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Simon™ Mar. 17 '11

Thanks everyone! This took bloody ages to complete - about 16 working files, including one completely different option (with an historical slant) at the client's request.

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Simon™ Mar. 17 '11

If anyone would like to see the rejected option, check out: http://www.simonfrouws.com/images/mandala2.jpg

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milou Mar. 17 '11

%5E After looking at the second proposal, I don't want to know how much do you charge per hour %3B-) Great job on both.

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Sean Heisler Mar. 17 '11

Wow, that other proposal is killer as well!

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logomotive Mar. 17 '11

Hope you got paid well for this project. :)

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shanya Mar. 17 '11

fucken so much epta!

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JF Mar. 17 '11

Shanya, why do you have an animated gif for your avatar that shows drug use? It's really not something I'd chose to project a professional designer's image myself. Curious as to why you chose something like that.

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Simon™ Mar. 17 '11

hey Mike, 22560kr.

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Mikeymike Mar. 17 '11

Are you kidding me this is flippin' awesome. the unused version is incredible. the detail....WOW!!

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barryconvex Mar. 17 '11

%22How does it look on a DVD spine?%22 %0D*%0D*Two options: You pathetic little clown are now able to name a more well-renowned publication than designanddesign http://www.designanddesign.com/share.php?id%3D13665%0D*you're published in or you keep your retarded jokes to yourself.%0D*%0D*%0D*

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Chad Sanderson Mar. 17 '11

%5E Harsh. **On topic: Good lord. I wish I had this sort of talent. Amazing Simon.

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barryconvex Mar. 17 '11

In all modesty, I believe that my comments are mostly above average, which is fairly easy because that simply means you can come up with a proper English sentence and / or a thought of your own. %0D*%0D*Unlike all those people who try to use %22dvd spine%22 as pseudo running gag, I have published academic articles on films, been on DVDs and been quoted by media that are little more important than logopond.%0D*%0D*Do you believe we all can do without another %22dvd spine%22 nigga speak-burp by %22Joe Prince%22? I do.

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AlexWende Mar. 17 '11

@barryconvex: what?! ...**Simon the other proposal looks superb too, great details looks gorgeous on the bottle!

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barryconvex Mar. 17 '11

If you could be just a little less vague, I'll try to answer your question. I hope you're not presuming racism on my part which is not the case. %0D*%0D*Concerning the logo: Yes, it is incredibly complex but I see no reason it shouldn't work (and it doesn't seem to be the standard trade mark logo). From the pack shot it's not visible, but I hope it gets printed with some kind of texture / embossed.

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milou Mar. 17 '11

%5E JoePrince was reminding the classic LP joke, nothing more.

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JoePrince Mar. 17 '11

Barry, relax man - just a joke.*@Simon, great work again. Really enjoying your showcase :)

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cerise Mar. 17 '11

well and truly worth the %243500US they paid - stunny on the bottle

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vergad Mar. 17 '11

i could look at these illustrations for hours. lovely lovely work mate.

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palattecorner Mar. 17 '11

dont have any words to say:)

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Simon™ Mar. 17 '11

Thanks everyone. Whoaah ... interesting comments column! I'm rendered speechless.

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Simon™ Mar. 17 '11

JoePrince - for another good example of irony / sarcasm / joke lost on someone, check out: http://logopond.com/gallery/detail/131988

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JoePrince Mar. 17 '11

%5EHaha just read it man - funny stuff :) Apparently nothing is humorous anymore. I just feel bad for those who can't take a joke. Life's too short, lighten up people. Cheers Simon!

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alterego Mar. 17 '11

shark entered in the pond...

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sbj Mar. 18 '11

love the details..

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1ta Mar. 31 '11

Why is not this logo into the gallery?

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Bernd Apr. 16 '11

thanx Simon … love YOUR work !!

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logomotive May. 13 '11

This is one of the most well thought out pieces of art I've ever seen. Seriously Jealous.

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Simon™ May. 14 '11

Thanks sbj, 1ta %26 Bernd.

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Simon™ May. 14 '11

%5E%5E Wow, Mike. Your comment took me completely by surprise. To get such amazing feedback from such a senior (and supremely talented) member of LogoPond is a great compliment! I am forever grateful. Thank you sir! :-)

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logomotive Jul. 24 '11

Well Simon it's like taking a bunch of tiny clever logos and rolling them all into one. Like the snowball effect.I don't know many if any that accomplish such a task.

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Simon™ Jul. 25 '11

Hey there Mike - I like your descriptions as much as your work! Definitely no snowballs down here in Africa! %3B-)

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sbdesign Jul. 25 '11

Simon, it's nice%5E)

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