Almost everyone enjoyed art class, but let’s be honest–there was probably only one kid in each classroom with actual talent. Such is the case with true Web design. So you may not be a brilliant artist, but you can probably create a credible Web site design that serves the purpose of attracting attention. If your [...]
Archive for September, 2008
Web Design for the No-talent Artist
Getting Started: Ten Design Essentials for Building a Successful Web Site
Get the most out of your Internet presence by considering these ten key points when creating your Web site:
Planning
Design
Speed
Organization
Clarity
Content
Service
Administration
Personality
Usefulness
Design Essentials: 1. Planning
Invest some time in planning your Web site and it will pay off. A well-planned Web site will serve your customers better and help you achieve your business goals. Try the following exercise:
First, prepare [...]
Two Common Web-design Myths
1. The Myth of “Content is King, No Animation/Sound/Java/etc.”
The adage “Content is King” applies to all Web sites. Sometimes this rule is taken to mean that Web sites should be graphically sparse and rely heavily on copy. It is true that when you add sound, animation, Java applets and lots of graphics, your Web page [...]
