Mark Martinez PhotographyLogo Design Contest

I am a wedding and lifestyle photographer creating the highest quality images to the most discerning clientele.

My original attempt at a logo can be seen on the images on my blog: http://markmartinezphotography.wordpress.com .
I really loved the use of the spectrum because it symbolized non-discrimination and the idea that all people are equal. However, it was universally panned by my peers in the industry as too loud and "looking like a 70's snowboarding company". I would still welcome the use of the spectrum in some way but perhaps with more subtlety.

Because this logo will be used as a watermark on images that I post online to various forums as well as being my company identity it must be MAINLY black and/or white and/or silver. But not necessarily entirely black and white. So, other colors that MAY be included would be my other favorite colors: navy blue and lavender.

UPDATE: I realized that I did not give much information to work with in terms of ideas for an icon which could be integrated into the logo design. Aside from pictorial references to a camera's aperture (which is perfectly fine, btw) being a photographer alone does not suggest much. Therefore, let me suggest some options related to weddings: interlinked wedding rings, a bouquet, a silhouette of a bride, perhaps even a pair of hearts stylized from the beginning or ending letter of my name? Hope some of these help!

Also still interested in the possibility of integrating the spectrum from my original logo into this new design and I haven't seen any attempts yet. Anyone game?


See my blog for my current logo:
http://markmartinezphotography.wordpress.com

One big problem with my current logo is that it is waaaay to long. I need something more compact so that it can be used as a watermark on my images but not overpower the image.

I like the way this photographer uses the all white version of his logo to watermark his images:
http://hassasphotography.blogspot.com/

I would like to be able to do the same with mine :)

The most important thing to know is that in the wedding photography industry your name and how it is perceived is everything. I am going after a VERY high end clientele so I need a logo that can be put alongside names like Versace and other high end designers whose name alone conveys quality and exclusivity.