Remembrances: Don Watt, RGD (1936-2009)

Icograda is sad to report the passing of designer Don Watt, one of one of RGD Ontario's most distinguished and illustrious members.

Above image of Watt's well known designs from http://cdotheritage.blogspot.com

"Don Watt really brought the whole art of design to the forefront of marketing, and made people realize that it is a critical component of building brands." stated Lynda Torneck VP, ACLC, in Strategy in 2006.

His accomplishments were numerous and included the design for the Canadian Flag. Don's design, featured a realistic representation of a red maple leaf, flanked by two solid blue bands representing 'from sea to sea', has, until recently, been credited to a design committee.

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