Need Directory Logo - $25

Hi, I need a logo for a directory that is in the works.
The URL is htpp://indexmonkey.com
Guidelines:
Should have a monkey of some sort in it.
I do not want a glossy, web 2.0 logo. think DMOZ or Octopedia.
Colors are up to you, but I want muted colors. Please no bright colors.
Color ideas:
#334433 #3366aa #6699aa #aabbbb #778877 #663300 #996666 #999966 #669999
Or any colors along those lines.
Height should not exceed 85px width should not exceed 400px
Text, should say IndexMoney.com
File size should be relatively small
Logo must be brandable and should be able to be used on post cards, business cards, and fliers.
Should include a 16x16 favicon.

 

my first try

 

Hi, I need the text to be a solid color for printing reasons.
Also, I am not a big fan of that ape, he looks good, but just doesn't work for this site.

Hi, looking for an actual monkey, not just a silhouette.
Thanks though

Best so far, I can't decide if I think that monkey will work well for the site.
I would like to see a version with a spider monkey. something like: http://www.hsd3.org/~mattixs/studentwork/gabby/New Folder/swinging monkeys.jpg
Maybe swinging from the text. (If he hangs from the bottom of the text, ignore the 85px rule)

 

a little idea i had

http://img337.imageshack.us/img337/4593/indexmonkeyma2.jpg

 

Looks pretty good, unfortunately I need something professional and less cartoonish.

 

no problem ill try come up with something else.

 

Here is my sample

 

i'm in, will submit my work soon
Thanks

 

This is in vector format.

 

Here is my attempt. feedback appreciated



Thanks

 

The monkey isn't too bad, but I don't think it is brandable enough. Also, it is just too large. also I don't think the font is professional enough.

The second entry is good, No need to edit. Definitely a contender.

Well I like the logo (although it's indexmonkey, not money)
I just don't think that ape will work. But it is the third best so far.

 

You should edit your orginal post.. you have a typo:

I'll have an entry soon.

 

Sorry about the typo, I can't edit it. But yes, it should say IndexMonkey.com
Contest ends tonight at 9PM EST

 

Here is new one ....

 

My try:

 

So far the contest is between these.
I like these a lot, so I doubt any new entries are needed by anyone unless yours is very good.

I will choose later.

 

I would like to see; ektz, Kia Ora, Fidel_Castro, and Nitro to submit a 16x16 image for favicon proposition. Ideas would be a small version of the monkey, part of the monkey, or the letters IM

 

here are a few favicons ....