What is WordPress? WordPress is the most popular and free open source content management system (CMS) in the world. It allows WordPress developers to create websites, blogs, or apps. WordPress offers over 45,000 add-ons known as plugins. These plugins add features such as online stores, mailing lists, analytics and a lot more. What is a …
Among businesses throughout the world (and, possibly the universe), one page websites are becoming increasingly popular. Just take a look at this list of one page websites from Awwwards. They go by several names – including “single page” and “pageless” web designs. While there are lots of benefits to using this simple, visual, and text-light …
5 Reasons Not To Use Stock Photography Throughout my experience as a Web Designer, I have noticed that many businesses struggle when they have to make a decision on whether or not to use stock photography to promote their brand. Although there are several good reasons to utilize stock photography on branded materials (such as …
When business executives make a decision to redesign, or give their website an updated look, there are other important branded assets or materials that may also need redesign considerations as well. Not taking these other assets or materials into account can cause a disconnect between your brand and potential customers that may want to use …
created by freepik.com Introduction: Back in March 2015 I wrote a blog which covered “Five New Web Design Trends for 2015”. Although several of these trends have managed to survive 2015, there are some additional trends that could affect the usability of your B2B website. In this blog, I will go over five (5) additional …
It’s generally a good idea to start your web design project using best practices, especially if you haven’t accumulated any data to support a specific design change, or direction. Remember that you shouldn’t end your design solely implementing best practice solutions; however, you should use the data feedback, by use of analytics, to optimize and …
Business owners often advertise their brand in multiple facets and in the media space. This makes it crucial for them to understand the different logo file types and the way they are utilized in the media space they are implemented into. In this blog, I will be covering the five important logo file types all …
As a Web Designer, I am always looking for ways to save time and money. One of the best ways to accomplish this is by utilizing some of the free tools offered online. It is best to test these tools to make sure you’re finding exactly what you are looking for. Most of these tools …
Introduction It seems that with every new year that comes around, old trends are phased out while new and improved ones emerge. Whether it is the color or style of clothing we wear, the type of car we drive, or even the everyday technology we use, trends tend to come and go at a rapid …
