Project One: Black and White Icon
Skateboard Shop Restroom Sign
The Restroom Venue Icons project consists of two icons, each specific to a location or venue, one in color and one black and white.
One of the first concepts I explored was the idea of a skateboard shop restroom, which I had experimented with black and white tones initially. From the beginning, the wheels of a moving skateboard combined with circular form of toilet paper appeared as identifiable and iconic elements within each distinct forms. This lead to an execution of the two similar forms within a single design.
I found that developing this idea into an black and white project would work more successfully, and this lead to the creation of an dynamic and upward movement associated with a skateboard. This also assisted in emphasizing the contrast of board and toilet paper, without disrupting the balance of the two.
Ultimately, I applied light, rugged and dusty textures to highlight the skateboard and contrast more with the cleanliness of toilet paper.
