About The Logo
The original concept for the logo came while writing the script. Something simple, that represented New Orleans, and also represented resistance. With that in mind, incorporating the Cross of Lorraine with the Fleur de lis was almost the only logical choice.
The Fleur de lis is a part of everyday life in New Orleans, I can think of no other symbol that makes me think of New Orleans more. So in writing a story about a local group this was the obvious base. The Cross of Lorraine also has some New Orleans connection. It was the symbol used by Joan of Ark, The Maid of Orleans, and we have a giant gold statue of her downtown. Eventually the cross became the symbol of the French resistance during WWII. Magnum P.I. also wore a ring with the cross on it.
I discussed the design with a few people and then emailed my friend Scott Leutner in Seattle. I didn’t tell him what it was for or any of the ideas that I already had. I just said that I needed the two symbols combined. He drew up a few sketches and the one we have is obviously the one that spoke to me the most. It was nothing like we thought it would be but it was perfect. So a big thanks to Scott.
There have been some request for t-shirts and those will come in time. We’ve ordered some stickers that will start appearing throughout the New Orleans area. If you live in the area you may be able to find some free ones laying about in various bars, restaurants, and other establishments. If you don’t live in the area we’ll find a way to get them out to you soon.
