Guest Concept Post #64

Toronto Maple Leafs, by Jared:

We begin today's post with this Maple Leafs concept by Jared.  The jersey uses a good number of stripes, and has a large "T" as the main logo, which reminds me of the old Toronto Arenas jerseys.  The execution isn't great but it's a big improvement over Jared's previous concepts.  Using an existing font for the numbers and using the line tool for the striping looks much better than doing those elements free-hand.  Some execution errors remain though, the spacing between the lines are inconsistent and the lines are at inconsistent angles.  Also the lines either go over the edge of the template or don't reach the edge at all.  The only way to fix those issues is being extra patient and paying attention to every detail when making concepts.  Presentation wise, I like the fact that Jared put his name on the image, but I'm not a fan of the red background.  I think that background takes the focus away from the jersey too much.

St. Louis Blues, by Leo:

We also have two concepts from first time contributor Leo.  Here he makes a few minor changes to the Blues new jerseys, including swapping the yellow and white stripes on the hem and sleeves of the home jersey, swapping light blue and navy on the hem and sleeves of the road jersey, and adding pant stripes.  I think those changes are lateral moves, they don't really improve the jerseys in my opinion but they don't hurt them either.  Execution is good for the most part, except the back numbers are a bit too far apart and off center.

Chicago Blackhawks, by Leo:

Leo also sent in this Blackhawks Winter Classic concept, which is their original jersey (worn in 1926-27) adapted to the Reebok Edge template.  I'd love to see Chicago wear this jersey in the Winter Classic, I think it's a great idea to bring back the franchise's first jersey, and it would look great matched up against the Capitals Winter Classic jersey in my opinion.  Also, Leo did a very accurate job of recreating the jersey, the only differences are the necessary additions of the players name and TV numbers.  Hopefully we'll see more concepts from Leo in the future.

Have a good day!