Alright, guys, let’s dive into my little project today – recreating the Roman Reigns logo. I’m no graphic designer, but I like to tinker, and I thought this would be a fun challenge. Plus, who doesn’t love a bit of the Tribal Chief?
Getting Started
First things first, I needed references. I spent a good chunk of time just staring at various images of the logo online. I wanted to get a feel for the shapes, the angles, everything. It’s deceptively simple, but there’s a lot going on in those sharp lines.
The Breakdown
It looked to me like the logo is basically made of a few core shapes. A big, stylized “R,” and then some triangular and rectangular elements that make up the rest. I figured I could probably build it up piece by piece.
Tools of the Trade
I decided to use a free online vector drawing tool. I’ve used it before for simple stuff, and it seemed up to the task. I’m sure a pro would use something fancier, but hey, this is just for fun, right?
Building the “R”
This was the trickiest part. I started by drawing a basic rectangle, then I started messing around with the points, pulling and pushing them until I got that signature slanted look of the main vertical line of the “R.” Then I added another rectangle and angled it to match the diagonal part. A little bit of tweaking, a little bit of nudging, and it started to resemble something.
Adding the Details
Next up, those sharp, pointy bits. I used the triangle tool for these. Lots of rotating, resizing, and positioning to get them to fit just right. It was kind of like putting together a puzzle. One wrong move and the whole thing looked off.
Finessing and Tweaking
I spent a surprisingly long time just adjusting things. Moving a point a millimeter here, changing an angle a tiny bit there. It’s amazing how much difference those little changes can make. I kept comparing my version to the real deal, trying to get it as close as possible.
The Finished Product (Well, Sort Of)
Okay, so it’s not perfect. A trained eye would probably spot a million flaws. But you know what? I’m pretty happy with it. It definitely looks like the Roman Reigns logo, and I learned a lot in the process. I even got to practice my basic shape drawing skills. Win-win!
My Advice If You Attempt This
- Be patient. This took me longer than I expected, but it was worth it.
- Use lots of references. Keep looking back at the original logo to make sure you’re on track.
- Don’t be afraid to experiment. Try different shapes, different angles, and see what works.
- Most importantly: have fun with it!
Maybe I’ll try another logo next time. Or maybe I’ll just stick to watching wrestling. We’ll see!
