Ma.tt needed a new illustration or graphics design and created a contest on 99designs.
A winner was selected from 115 designs submitted by 33 freelance designers.
Bearer
I am an electronic musician looking for an icon/image that I can reuse on album covers, in profile pictures, etc.
I am looking for a low-poly/geometric side of a bear walking (like the one on the California, USA flag) OR symmetrical (again, low-poly and geometric) bear face. Very focused on getting something stylish that is also recognizable and professional looking. I want two copies of the same design: one with just the edges outlined (no fill between the lines), and a second copy with bright low-poly colors. For this to be well accomplished, the shape of the bear needs to be recognizable without any color - but also cater well to the gradient fill (see attached images).
Please only create vector images.
I have attached a few images to this project.
The bear face: This is the type of bear face I'm looking for. Face forward, a distinct outline without too many lines (there can be more, just not an overly large amount). I also like that this face looks bold/intense without displaying any particular emotion (no angry teeth or happy smile).
The two color photos: this is the type of low poly illustration and coloring I'm looking for.
Essentially, see if you can come up with something that finds a balance between the two. Thanks!