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5 Sep 2006
If you are looking to understand almost everything you will need to run a small web design agency then this is the book for you. The Web Designer's Reference covers a staggering array of topics from XHTML editors to CSS layout to forms and multimedia. Read more
8 Sep 2006
More and more print designers are making the switch to the web which is breathing life and creativity into designs around the web. Often however print designers are unaware that the medium is very different from the print environment. Here are ten tips to get your design for the web on the right track. Read more
19 Sep 2006
In creating a website branding is as important as any other discipline. One of the techniques I like to use to evoke brand messages is to use captioned images. Using a photoshop and a bit of knowledge of masks and opacity you can have a powerful brand motif in no time. Read more
20 Sep 2006
Nobody likes a website they cannot use. Usability, or making a site easy to use, is the holy grail of web design. It is impossible to please everyone but by taking sensible steps you can significantly improve the usability of your site. Read more
24 Sep 2006
Sourcing a professional web developer can be daunting task for clients. This article is a guide for clients and outlines the many benefits of employing a professional Agency focussing on Usability, Accessiblity and Web Standards. Read more
26 Sep 2006
The first in a new series on Photoshop Tools from a web perspective. The Marquee Tool is undoubtedly one of the most useful at your disposal and holds some unexpected capabilities. Read more
26 Sep 2006
In two articles I’m going to outline my opinion on what you need to understand and write high quality XTHML and CSS. The articles will focus on producing code that stands up to the rigors of the web and future proofs code. The articles are aimed at coders starting out and looking to get to grips with writing professional front end code. Of course if you don’t agree with something the comments box is there for you to add your opinion. In part 1 I’m going to look at what you need to get off the ground. Read more
28 Sep 2006
Internet Explorer 7 is just around the corner and there have been warnings from Microsoft that existing hacks will break layouts in IE7. By limiting the use of hacks your CSS can be both backwards and forwards compliant. Read more
30 Sep 2006
The second in a series on Photoshop Tools from a web perspective. The Move Tool is simple but has some advanced features that can save you serious time. Read more
Address: 3 Bowyer House
Vermont Road
London SW18 2AE
Telephone: +44 (0)20 31382049
E-mail: hello@shapeshed.com
