You Are Unique
Your project should be too, and I'm happy to help you with that.
Many design companies believe the only way to meet a client's needs is through quick and dirty "design" utilizing bland, impersonal templates and stock photography. I feel these practices encourage soulless design, so I strive to build sites that are tailored to what makes you stand apart.
What I Do
I enjoy finding the essence of a project and emphasizing it with distinctive design solutions. Despite the richness of character I strive to achieve, my work maintains the professionalism and coherency that are the hallmarks of good design. I understand your need to stand out from the crowd and would love to help you do just that by creating design solutions that are tailored to your strengths and individual requirements.
With experience designing everything from avant-garde fashion shops and blogs to scientific training modules, I enjoy the unique challenges in every type of project. I take pleasure in every step of the design process from business identity and prototyping, to hand-coding a complete and highly-functional website.
Design Process
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Planning
We begin every project with a consultation where we discuss your vision and requirements, and outline the design process to make sure we're always on the same page. Based on this, I will create wireframes and sketches detailing the basic flow of the project and how content is to be presented.
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Design
Once we have a solid project plan and understand the basic content flow, we begin the design phase where I propose a look and feel for your project through design prototypes. I set color palettes, create your business identity, and carefully choose appropriate typefaces to complement your project objectives.
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Building
With the layout and design prototypes in place, it's time to code. Through the use of modern web standards such as HTML5, CSS 3, and Javascript, I handcraft your site, tailoring every line to maximize both user accessibility and search engine optimization.
Expertise
Web Design
With over six years of web design experience, I enjoy creating empathetic interfaces that your site visitors will find both engaging and intuitive to navigate. Also, it's equally important that you experience these same qualities when updating your site's content. My knack for creating maintainable sites using Wordpress and other content management systems will go a long way toward making your site a joy to update.
Illustration
I have a fairly diverse range of illustration styles that lend themselves well to various kinds of projects. It's a wonderful way to add character, so take a look at the portfolio to see if illustration work may be appropriate for you.
Identity
A consistent and attractive identity package is one of the best things you can do for your business. Provide a strong sense of you no matter if you're handing a new acquaintance your business card or a visitor discovers your site through Google.
Digital Newsletters
If you've ever tried to create your own HTML email, you know it's tricky business. I can design them for you, or you can use the online tools I provide to create and manage your own email campaigns.
E-Commerce
Having run my own successful online shop for some time, I understand the many challenges of selling goods online. The need for a maintable back-end is just as important as providing a clear path for customers from site entry to checkout. Additionally, remaining ahead of the curve is crucial when faced with an increasingly competitive online environment.