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Doodle 4 Google!

How did the doodles start? Doodle changes to the Google logo are artistic ways to celebrate holidays, anniversaries, and the lives of famous artists and scientists. Redesigning the corporate logo from time to time is unheard of at many companies but at Google, it is a part of the brand. While the doodle is primarily a fun way for the company to recognize events and notable people, it also illustrates the creative and innovative personality of the company itself.

History of Google Doodles As a Google intern in 2000, Google Webmaster Dennis Hwang began celebrating and marking worldwide events and holidays with doodles.

Dennis' Top Tips Make sure your design complements the shape of the letters in the Google logo, but don't let that restrict your creativity. Experiment with different media to see which one works best for your design. Don't over-complicate your design – simpler images often have the most impact. Remember to use color well and think about how it interacts with a white background. Avoid commercial or copyrighted images. Think outside the box. Feel free to use the space behind and in front of the Google letters, but try to maintain your design's overall balance.

Thematic Design

Cows on Parade- Largest, most successful public art event in the world. Tremendously successful tourism promotion, producing an economic impact estimated at $200 million through the auction of the cows, which take place at the conclusion of each event. Fiberglass sculptures of cows are decorated by local artists. Over 5000 artists have participated in Cow Parade.