04/11/2026
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Logo-based questions are an interesting part of visual awareness and observation exercises in design entrance preparation. Exams like NIFT, NID, UCEED and CEED expect you to go beyond simply looking at things. They test how carefully you observe, remember, analyse and interpret visual information.
And the best part? You can develop these skills through simple everyday activities!
5 EXERCISES YOU SHOULD START PRACTISING EVERY DAY
1. The Daily Logo Hunt (10 minutes)
• Identify 5 different logos you come across during the day.
• Look at logos on product packaging, shop boards, websites and mobile apps.
• Try drawing each logo without looking at the original.
• Note the brand name and one interesting feature of its design.
2. Explore the Evolution of Logos (10 minutes)
• Pick one popular brand such as Apple, Pepsi, Nike or Airbnb.
• Search for its older and newer logos.
• Sketch at least 3 different versions.
• Identify what changed in its typography, colours, shapes and visual identity.
• Ask yourself why the brand might have made those changes.
3. The Zoom-In Challenge (5 minutes)
• Take a small cropped section of a familiar logo.
• Try identifying the brand without seeing the complete symbol.
• Pay attention to curves, patterns, proportions and colour combinations.
• Gradually make the cropped portion smaller to increase the difficulty.
4. Logo Memory Test (5 minutes)
• Observe 10 famous logos for just 30 seconds.
• Hide the references and try drawing them from memory.
• Check how accurately you remember their shapes, colours, typography and proportions.
• Repeat the activity after a few days and compare your improvement.
5. Find the Hidden Meaning (10 minutes)
• Select 3 famous brand logos.
• Look for hidden symbols, visual tricks or meaningful negative spaces.
• Identify whether the logo communicates the brand’s name, product or philosophy.
• Write down what makes each logo memorable.
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