With Haiti In Mind

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Last night I posed the notion that creating Haitian concept jersey designs (I know, ice hockey in Haiti) could be a small way for Icethetics artists to bring a little awareness to the earthquake disaster victims. Nothing big, but a few of you did decide to get involved.

Here's some of the artwork I've received in the past 24 hours.


Brendan Klein

Brendan Klein sent in this concept, with blue elements evoking the watery nature of the island nation. The sweater is based heavily on the Haitian flag, as are most of the concepts you'll see here.

The name on the back of the jersey is that of René Préval, the president of the Republic of Haiti since 2006. Not sure where the 47 comes from, but it is a fun prime number.

Matt McElroy

Matt McElroy submitted this one, incorporating all the colors of the flag and even the seal.

Connor Hanley

Connor Hanley played the gradient game — last seen in the NHL on the 2001 Vancouver Canucks third jersey. More astute readers might also note the typeface used for the numbering and lettering — it's what the Canucks wear today. Just saying.

Marty Thompson

And finally, while Marty Thompson's designs may lack the polish of other concept art you see on Icethetics, it certainly does not lack the spirit. The flag pretty much says it all.

Thanks to everyone who participated in this. Well done! And if you're still working on a submission, don't stop now. I'll keep posting them as long as you all keep sending them!