Yes, I'm aware that it is and [very] old topic, long resolved, talked to death... whatever. So I'll make it simple.
Question, does GIMP need a new name? in my opinion YES.
Justification:
Why? easy: its the XXI century, age of the tablets, smartphones and tactile technologies. The GIMP and its name date back to the late 90's, right?
So yes it is a brand, yes its imprinted into people's brains. Now ask yourselves: what is it imprinted? and old program chasing Photoshop's fame, users, features, whatnot; enveloped in an [very] odd user interface and presenting [very] weird panels and tools, etc. Not necessarily the truth, but yes, thats what new, average users get when they face GIMP for the first time. This then circles back to the users database, coming from windows, should the software appeal or not.. NOT important.
The point is, GIMP is no longer an old wannabe. It IS a main player, it has earned its place and fame on its own right. Think about it: no more strange floating panels, user friendly dialogs and file handling, and all of the new features 2.8 has to offer. Then why not re-invent it?
Proposal:
I threw this out the other day, with the thoughts above in mind. The name i propose is Imagine! GNU Image Editor. The logo test is here. It is a sparky logo, stylized. It should flow and pop up. It must state "anyone can use it, imagine and just create" and "its fun, easy to use".
I believe its the right approach to hint new users and to reassure old ones in the unique GIMP philosophy, but moving forward.
Note: I must admit I wasn't thinking of Wilber when creating this logo, but I'm sure it can be easily placed in there, after all, its just the first attempt.
Objectives:
- Level up GIMP in this tech age, providing the timing is right for evolution (concerning image)
- Appeal new, average users.
- Give GIMP a modern, fresh image identity.
Conclusion:
Apparently theres a no-name-change policy amongst GIMP devs. Respectable. Understandable. Not necessarily correct.
I remember when gaim was *the* instant messaging software on linux (gnome). Then it was "Pidgin (formerly gaim)". Now its just Pidgin. It may had not changed much in its GUI, but it changed its logo and its name in a single sweep. Its users adapted to the image change and there was no brand *trauma*. It will be as easy with GIMP. And GIMP does have major changes to show for.
This you may agree or not, but as a publicist, I know the time is just right.
Whether you guys go for it or not, it is my humble opinion/contribution to a program that has been there for us designers/graphic artists through many years, whenever we have attempted to break free from proprietary software, for the sake of independence and freedom.
Regards,
Roony Alvarez
The Shibumi Group
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