Channel Your Inner Hawk: A Totally Unofficial Guide to Doodling the Seattle Seahawks Logo
So, you're fired up about the Seahawks (and by fired up, we mean desperately trying to avoid that awkward moment where everyone at the bar yells "Go Hawks!" and you're just blinking confusedly). What better way to show your newfound fandom than by proudly displaying a terrible... I mean, triumphant rendition of their logo?
This guide will take you from complete artistic novice to passable doodler in, well, approximately the same amount of time it takes Russell Wilson to scramble for a first down.
Step 1: Gather Your Supplies
- Pencil: Because who needs fancy things when you have a pointy writing implement?
- Paper: Napkin, printer paper, the back of a grocery receipt - the choice is yours (though your boss might have something to say about the receipt option).
- Eraser: Mistakes happen, especially when your artistic skills resemble a toddler's finger painting phase.
Optional (but highly recommended):
- Ruler: For those who operate under the delusion that straight lines are achievable without divine intervention.
- Colored pencils/crayons/markers (limit 3): Because even a basic Seahawks logo deserves a little color. Just go easy on the neon green, alright?
Step 2: Embrace the Squiggle
Forget those pesky circles and squares. This is a hawk, people, and hawks are all about sharp angles and aerodynamic curves.
- Start with the beak: Imagine a lowercase "L" that's been working out a bit too much. The bottom should droop down for that fierce, predatory look.
- Mirror, mirror on the wall: Across the top, draw another curved line that kind of mimics the beak, but shorter and pointing more inwards. Think of it as a surprised eyebrow.
- Connect the dots (or rather, squiggles): Use a curved line to join the top and bottom beak bits.
Pro Tip: Don't worry if your hawk looks more like a confused chicken at this point. Artistic freedom is all about embracing the unexpected!
Step 3: Deciphering the Tribal Enigma
The Seahawks logo isn't just about brute force; it's got a touch of mystery too. Here's where those "tribal markings" come in.
- Inner beak: Draw a line mirroring the outer beak, but slightly inset. This creates a white space that separates the beak from the, uh, hawk-y face.
- Eyebrow drama: Add a short, curved line above the "surprised eyebrow" to create a more dramatic brow ridge.
- Eye know you see it: Draw a short line parallel to the beak for the top of the eye. Then, add a curved line below to complete the eye shape. Don't forget the pupil – a small black circle will do the trick.
- The mysterious squiggle: Just below the eye, add a small, squiggly line that points upwards. Honestly, no one knows what this means, but it looks cool, right?
Remember: These markings don't need to be perfect. As long as they look vaguely threatening, you're good to go.
Step 4: Bringing Out the Colors
Now for the fun part! Here's the official Seahawks color scheme (though feel free to unleash your inner Picasso if you so desire):
- Body: Action Green (don't worry, it's basically regular green)
- Beak and markings: Wolf Grey (which is basically just grey)
- Eye: Infinity Blue (which is also just blue)
Coloring Tip: If you can't quite tell the difference between Wolf Grey and Infinity Blue, well, that's half the battle won! Most people won't be able to either.
Step 5: Celebrate Your Masterpiece (or Hide it in Shame)
Hold your creation up high! You've just channeled your inner artist and emerged victorious. Now get out there and show off your artistic prowess (or strategically place your masterpiece somewhere no one will see it).
Bonus points: Practice your "Go Hawks!" yell.
Seahawks Logo Doodling FAQs
How to make the beak look sharp?
Sharpen your pencil? No, silly! Just focus on creating clean, defined lines. Maybe pretend the beak is a dagger about to pierce the hearts of your opponent's team.
How to get the colors perfect?
Unless you have a degree in avian color theory, don't sweat it. Just get close enough that people can recognize it as a Seahawks logo (and not a particularly enthusiastic lime).
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