A database filled with design related articles for your reading. http://www.motionedgedesign.com http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT http://backend.userland.com/rss RSS.NET: http://www.rssdotnet.com/ Web design!Before a few weeks ago, when I heard those words, they went into my "other" category!"Other" people, with "other" educations, with "other" minds -- brilliant minds, unlike ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-for-newbies-content-sells-and-sells-again.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT To most people the process of building a web site remains somewhat of a mystery. This confusion probably stems from the fact that there is a cornucopia of web sites on the Internet. Even with wide ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/build-websites-easier-with-premade-templates.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Only two media in Spanish speaking countries offer RSS: the Spanish newspaper El Mundo and the Argentine ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/possibilities-of-the-blogosphere-for-the-pr-industry-in-span.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT When a visitor arrives at your Web site, you need to make sure that they can access exactly what it is they are looking for. Having a clear pathway for your visitors to access links and information is... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/tips-for-improving-website-navigation.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Creating a company logo becomes much easier when one begins to get a feel for what is appealing and why it is so. 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Heres a list of some ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/why-small-businesses-need-both-a-logo-and-an-identity-system.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Web design:Web design, the art of developing for the web is something that goes beyond visual design. It is a blend of proper writing, designing and developing. During recent years pr... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-and-development-key-terms.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT If you are a small business and havent developed a website yet you are probably considering it, or you should be. If you are selling a product or a service, even if your customers are local then yo... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-and-seo-experts-a-guide-for-small-businesses.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT When you are looking for someone to build a website for you, you have many different options. 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Be... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/understanding-web-design-headers.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT In order to design a website for personal and business use, you need to apply the tools that can not only make your web site attractive but user-friendly as well.Given the stiff competition ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/most-useful-tips-to-reduce-your-web-designing-costs.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Youve thought about it and youre ready to go. Youre ready to give your business an online presence. You want your own website. Thats great but unless you are doing it yourself, you would be shoppi... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/what-you-should-ask-a-web-designer-before-you-hire-him.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT As people browse the Web, they land on a page and navigate on a website. To find their way around they need a navigation system. Navigation is as important for web design as for a real life drive: ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-and-navigation.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Simplicity is the heart of effective web design Keep it simple. Will ya?Have you ever wondered over the striking commonalities among some of the tremendously functional ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/simplicity-is-the-heart-of-effective-web-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Mobility impairment isnt always as obvious as you might think it is. You dont have to imagine extremes of disability like paralysis or missing limbs. Try imagining a simple fall or other accident t... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-accessibility-web-design-for-the-mobility-impaired.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT A logo is a design or image that represents a company, brand or product. Its aim is to help people identify the company with a positive customer experience. It is the basis of all future branding, ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/promote-your-business-with-the-right-logo.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT The utter importance of good design is difficult to overstate. Design can and will make or break a website. While this little fact may seem self-evident to many people, it is a surprisingly easy fa... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/good-web-design-is-so-important.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT The Internet is a primary tool for effectively online, mainly because it has such a wide reach. Through Custom Real Estate Web Design you can market to millions of people as easily as you can seve... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/custom-real-estate-web-design-key-to-increased-income.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT This is not written by a professional lawyer or anyone close to one. It is written by a typical business owner of a successful web development company who has no law degree or the budget to hire a ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/10-step-web-design-and-development-contract-agreement.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT After all the efforts you put into designing and developing a web site, it is nice to know that you can qualify and win an award for the effort. If you have not yet been awarded for your efforts an... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/awards-for-web-design-and-development.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Companies who set up websites for the general public to view should choose their web design options carefully. One who sets up a website needs to ensure that the web design itself is as perfect as ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/picking-out-the-best-web-design-for-your-website.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Are you one of those people who would love to have your own personal or business website, but feel you are unable to afford it? In this article, I explain about how to obtain a quality web design o... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/sensational-web-design-advice.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT There are a million of different articles, tutorials and e-books out there that want to tell you for just some bucks how to get rich on the internet in a short amount of time, for example by develo... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/skills-you-need-to-be-a-successful-web-developer.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT There are many companies who build websites, all of which who want your business. This puts you in a very strong position when trying to obtain a good deal, a professional looking website at a low ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/low-cost-web-design-in-birmingham.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT There are many businesses that want to make the transition from a brick and mortar store and eventually create an online presence. Quite often the business owner will hire a web designer or develo... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/things-to-consider-when-seeking-a-web-design-team.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Do you want a website that will generate hundreds of thousands of dollars? If the answer is yes, then you will want to read the following. Like any business venture the key to profitable web desi... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/revenue-generating-web-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Webmasters who believe that there is no need to optimize web design are on a state of SEO confusion. This belief will lead to the failure of the overall search engine optimization process. It is im... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/how-to-optimize-web-design-easily.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Going shopping is an activity that one way or another we all have. Either by going to the market or to buy clothes, somehow it is part of us. But, with the development of the computers and of the Inte... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/why-using-an-oscommerce-template-for-your-shopping-site.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Creating beautiful websites is no longer the monopoly of techies. Now, with web designing codes made available through the Internet, anyone can dabble into the exciting world of web development and... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/codes-and-scripts-at-your-fingertips.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Remember the days when every PC was beige, every website had a little Netscape icon on the homepage, Geocities and Tripod hosted just about every single personal homepage, and "Google" was just... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/90s-web-design-a-nostalgic-look-back.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Custom websites are among the most important PR instruments used in modern business. Studies show that suppliers, vendors, clients and employees are all more likely to research your company online ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/custom-web-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT When designing a web page, you need to be careful about what pictures you use. Many people simply grab them off Google - they see a picture they like, and they put it on their web site. Unfortunate... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-photograph-copyright-issues.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT In recent years, website development has massively increased in popularity. With new concepts, standards and technology, comes the demand for more independent and functional solutions increasingly... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/content-management-systems-the-future-of-web-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT If you are just beginning a business catered towards computer training, chances are you will need an implausible layout just to make a splash in the industry. With credible companies such as New Ho... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-tips-for-computer-training-sites.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Microsoft IBM Wal-Mart Nike Adidas Time Magazine Six of the largest public companies in the worldleaders of their respective industries innovators and creators of products, services, a... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/the-successful-logo-design-secret-so-obvious-its-often-overl.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT There are plenty of mistakes in the world of web design. Let's look at what I believe to be the 10 biggest.1. Too Many Ads. When you're trying to make money from your website, it's all... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-the-10-biggest-mistakes.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Building web sites by hand takes time. More than that it takes knowledge. Many people don't have the time it takes to learn HTML so that they can build their own web sites. While a person can use s... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/build-a-web-site-quickly-with-a-web-site-builder.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT The famous Puma leap or the big yellow "M" reminds all of us the famous "PUMA" and "McDonalds"...No matter how young or how established a company is, they need to make their brand accustomed... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/get-a-logo-create-a-brand.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT After youve planned the design and layout of your website, you need to decide on how youre actually going to build the website. This will usually take up a lot of time and hard work, but once you g... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/hire-a-web-designer-or-build-the-site-yourself.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT About two years ago, I had a go at commercial web site design. I put a medium-sized ad in a London classified ad paper. Nothing fancy: "Web designer seeks work ..." etc. This was expensive, about 5... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/fast-web-design-for-the-skint-webmaster.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Every successful company needs not only an attractive logo but a meaningful and well-thought company image as well. Basically, image means everything whether you have a small home-based business or... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/logo-designing-can-you-just-do-it-yourself.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT This is not a how-to design a logo. This is a guide to educate you on how an experienced designer can help you through a project whose outcome you will need to live with for years. Learn how ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/i-hate-my-logo-what-you-should-get-for-your-money-and-why.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Lets say youre the marketing director of a professional services firm, the director of corporate communications, or the company president. You know youre good at what you do and that your company p... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/corporate-identity-its-more-than-a-logo.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Photoshop CS is no doubt the most momentous Photoshop progress which complements digital photographers. Real world Camera Raw with Adobe Photoshop CS discusses exciting new features for general use... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/review-real-world-camera-raw-with-adobe-photoshop-cs.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Say you'd like to impress your customers or organization by a classy logo or header but you do not have the funds to pay a qualified graphic designer to do it for you.Here is a second best s... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/writing-logos-and-stationeries-a-classy-font-effect-with-ms-.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Do you have old photographs that are faded, worn out, crinkled or even torn? Of course you do, everyone does. Many of these photos are likely very old family photographs that are simply irreplaceab... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/transform-you-old-worn-out-photos-in-minutes-with-adobe-phot.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT The concept of mobile phone wallpaper is the same as that of a PC. They are backgrounds, usually graphical, that appear on the phone when the handset is switched on. On some phones, wallpapers ca... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/getting-wallpapers-and-logos-for-your-mobile-phones.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT With all the millions of sites present on the web, one would think any talented web designer would have a stream of never-ending clients. More often than not, web designers discover they are ente... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/how-to-become-a-successful-freelance-web-designer.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT A good logo design is highly instrumental in establishing a business brand and creating a long lasting impression among its customers. It should be able to create a powerful impact on the viewers a... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/logo-design-and-branding-points-to-remember.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT 1. Size does not equate to competencePeople sometimes assume a company with more money, employees, office space etc will be more capable than one with less. This is not necessarily correct. ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/how-to-choose-the-right-web-design-company.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Building a website for a small and medium enterprise can be a stress free experience If handled efficiently. Follow these 10 basic web site design tips and they will make your task much easier.... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/top-10-basic-web-design-tips-for-small-and-medium-enterprise.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT New to Web Design, or wondering why your site is not generating more interest? Here are 10 misconceptions to avoid.1. I need to put everything I can think of on my ho... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/common-web-design-misconceptions-to-avoid.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT First off, I am a designer. Now you're thinking, here's this guy trying to convince me to hire a designer costing a few hundred to a few thousand dollars instead of buying a pre-made web template f... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/are-web-templates-worth-it.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Unless you are gifted in the area of graphic design it is probably best to develop a logo for your ecommerce site with the help of a professional.You should know that many local designers ma... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/ecommerce-logos-and-more.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT The basics of Photoshop are relatively easy to pick up, but can seem a bit of a mystery when you first come to the program, thanks to its somewhat unintuitive interface and lack of simple tutorials... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/adobe-photoshop-a-basic-tutorial.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Everybody likes to see big fat pay cheques coming in, hell some of us even deserve them from time to time but what makes a client keep handing over the readies over and over again and how can you a... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/how-to-win-new-graphic-design-clients-and-keep-old-ones-comi.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT A search for "web design" on Google returns more than 325 million results. So how do we start eliminating all these so called designers? Here are a few of the most common shortcomings.Watch ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-7-key-things-to-avoid.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Every kid on the block seems to know web designing these days. Actually thinking along those lines it is not difficult at all to learn how to design a web page or for that matter even a site. What ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/10-seo-tips-and-tricks-for-a-budding-web-designer.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT What was once reserved for your basic computer nerd is now easy enough for anyone with rudimentary knowledge of a computer and the Internet. E-commerce web design is no longer scary and if nothing... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/e-commerce-web-design-now-easier-than-ever.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Youve been in business for more than a couple of years, and youve enjoyed moderate success through positive word of mouth and by delivering a high-level quality of service. But your industry is bec... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/outsourcing-your-logo-design-wise-business-decisions.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT A good Website is the first thing your visitors notice. This experience is the "effect" (the wow factor) your site has on visitors, and good effect means something, which becomes memorable in the v... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/why-you-should-use-free-templates.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT In the physical world you can easily sell a product by your interacting behavior and your marketing tactics. But in the e-world where there is no face to face interaction and all marketing is total... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/the-truth-about-how-to-make-website-more-attractive.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Accessible web design is a way of building a website so that people who may experience difficulty accessing the information from or purchasing goods or services on a website can do so. These diffic... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/how-accessible-web-design-increases-sales-to-all.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT In order to master the art of web design, designers must follow the subsequent pointers: 1. Web designers are marketers per se. Web sites are all about advertising products, ideas and servic... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/7-pointers-about-web-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT The right logo, with the right characteristics, will boost your visibility, credibility and memorablity which means more business for you!These characteristics include:Consistency in... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/9-keys-to-an-effective-logo.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Chanel logo earrings have been popular for a long time, as women love to display their favorite brands as often as possible. Chanel always has beautiful clothing, accessories, and earrings a... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/chanel-logo-earrings.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT What is a Website Template?Many smart and savvy businesses are choosing to use a website template, and avoiding employing a professional designer. Why? Well, there are clear benefits: saving... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/why-use-a-web-design-template.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Working as a web designer and web marketer I spend a lot of time everyday looking at websites. One thing that amazes me is the amount of sites that do not have a logo.A logo is the personali... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/stand-out-from-the-crowd-with-your-logo.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Most people don't use Photoshop to its fullest capabilities. Here are just ten uses to which you could put this highly versatile software.1. Restoring Old Photographs. Have a look through t... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/10-things-you-could-be-using-photoshop-for-but-probably-aren.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Web site development services open great doors of opportunity. As time passes, new services are discovered. These services are opened to both designers and the public. They greatly contribute to th... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/what-makes-a-web-design-superb.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT While researching web sites on the Internet, I couldnt believe how few businesses use rich media even though its known as a very effective marketing technique to bridge the communication gap between a... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/the-shocking-facts-about-rich-media-every-web-designer-shoul.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT The Big IdeaThere are a thousands of people and companies who would want to advertise their services for web designs. The question here is, are you sure if the services that you have ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/revolutionary-guide-to-web-designs.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Your company is branching off a new division. Your organization is starting a new program. You and a couple of cohorts have quit the 9 to 5 (opting for the 24/7) and what pops into your head? "We n... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/logo-design-what-you-need-to-know-before-jumping-on-the-bran.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Okay, you have your products and youve decided you are going to design a catalog for distribution. But, where do I start? What should I do first when designing a catalog? What are the necessary ste... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/procedures-for-designing-a-catalog.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Logo, graphic, icon, logotype, typogram, logoform, imagecall it what you will, a logo by any other name is the group of letters and/or symbols used in a consistent and unique way to identify a comp... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/the-keys-to-a-great-logo.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT As any webmaster knows, designing and developing a website can be a daunting proposition. There are millions of websites out there to compete with, and whether your site's purpose is to promote you... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-and-development-the-right-tools-for-the-right-job.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT If you have been running with a basic website since the inception of your online presence, you may want to look into developing something a bit more dynamic. Today's World Wide Web is full of compe... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/flash-design-for-a-more-dynamic-web-presence.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT What makes one logo better than another?Simplicity.A good logo works in the simplest form. It is a memorable representation of your brand and inspires confidence in your customers. It... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/logo-facts.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Searching for more information about adobe photoshop in the Internet will yield thousands and thousands of results. After wading through the morass of photoshop tutorials, photoshop tips, and infor... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/using-forums-to-learn-photoshop.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT In todays age of fast food and high-speed Internet, a business may be tempted to take the more convenient route in launching a website buying a template and customising it.Website design te... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/why-not-to-use-web-design-templates-for-your-website.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT If your small business is venturing into ecommerce, you may be daunted by the technical wizardry you think is involved. But fear not: complete web store software packages will keep all the tech... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/small-business-ecommerce-web-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Total Customer Experience Be sure to ask plenty of questions and get the customer involved with the design of their own web page. Ask them to give you a few sites that they like already and put togeth... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/top-tips-for-attracting-and-retaining-web-design-clients.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Most of us at times need advice on different aspects of life and the thought of obtaining a website can be quite a daunting task for many people. There are so many people offering cheap web design ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-advice-and-information.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Website templates have evolved over the years from simple HTML web page templates to the Flash template designs that allow for dynamic and customized websites. Getting a website designed from scratch ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/why-website-templates-make-being-a-webmaster-more-efficient.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Print needs love too...A story from a Dallas Web design company Although MAC Advertising and Design focuses on web technology, we also support your print related needs. Your website design shoul... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/print-needs-love-tooa-story-from-a-dallas-web-design-company.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT In recent years, the web design industry has experienced a growth rate of huge proportions, due entirely to the numerous companies that have appeared as a result of continued Internet expansion. Th... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/how-do-you-choose-a-web-designer.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Web Designers are wonderful people. They are generally creative, colorful visionaries. But as with most creative people, they sometimes lose touch with a few details that could separate them from... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/do-i-really-need-a-project-manager-for-my-web-design-project.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Many small-business owners need assistance in putting together their web sites. Getting online logo designs could possibly be one of the keys your chores that you face. All you need to do is go o... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/creating-online-logo-designs.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Web sites are a major part of the tourism marketing success strategy used by international tourism promoters in the new millennium: tourism boards, Associations, lodging, tour operators, etc. ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/travel-websites-how-to-increase-your-traffic-sales-guarantee.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Copyright 2006 Audrey Burton If you already have a website, how's it working for you? 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Here, we're going to talk about how generating a specific set of graphics and using them in c... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/creating-your-own-product-finishing-touches.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT If you think that web hosting is a load of geek speak then I can assure you that you are in safe hands here. Web hosting is one of the most important elements of building a successful online business... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/10-things-you-need-to-know-about-web-hosting.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT WEB TEMPLATESA web template is a tool used to separate content from presentation on the web design, and to the massive production of web documents. It runs in the context of a template syste... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/about-web-templates.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT While we recommend that you contract with the same designer or design team while creating your brand identity materials as possible, we know that this scenario is not always possible.Wheneve... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/planning-ahead-with-your-designer-tips-for-design-consistenc.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT A logo should be thought of as a living design. As times and styles change, the logo design should keep up. Otherwise, a logo starts to look old and tired - not things you want to portray to your c... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/logo-upgrades-and-simplicity.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT In business, good design isnt a luxury. 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Research Are people actually buying ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-business-overview---site-practicalities.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT 1) A hit counter Is it 1998? Why do you need one? Many clients want some way to track their visitors or see how many unique visits they have. Do them a favor and don't use a CGI or visible hot... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/ten-things-that-lose-you-credibility-as-web-designers.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Trade-marking your company name and logo can pay dividends down the road. A logo design trademark can prevent competitors from infringing on your brand name and identity. It can also protect your o... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/trade-marking-your-logo-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Think of the people who visit your site as blind dates. When you open the door, your blind date usually knows whether they are attracted to you within the first minute. How do they know? Easy. By h... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/love-at-first-site-giving-your-website-visitors-the-right-im.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Internet marketing and web design go hand in hand. The web allows the whole world to find out about a certain product or service through online advertising. So, its only natural that marketing stra... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/solutions-for-your-business-denver-web-design-and-internet-m.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT The easiest way of improving your ranking in the search engines is to let them know that your website is important. How do you do that? Well, the best way is through the process of link building. L... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/link-building-the-next-step-in-the-web-design-process.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Web designing is an important factor for people doing business online. Online business is happening everywhere and almost everybody is doing it these days. 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Cuthroats willing to slash your throat on street corners, drug crazed thugs and conniving conmen are just some of the things ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/winning-logo-design-how-to-earn-big-money-from-your-logo-des.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT There are hundreds of sites dedicated to online games, yet many of them lack originality and professionalism. With so many websites in the competition, it can be difficult to create a gaming site t... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-tips-for-online-gaming-sites.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Introduction Adobe Photoshop CS2 is the industry-standard photo editing software. Many digital camera users may initially feel overwhelmed by the range and complexity of the feat... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/tweaking-digital-photos-for-the-web-in-7-easy-steps-using-ph.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT I built my first website approximately five years ago and since then, I have always designed and built my own sites. This process has served me very well and over the years, my web building skills... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/using-a-web-designer-instead-of-doing-it-yourself.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT A lot of marketing experts (self-proclaimed) would have you believe that a logo and corporate identity package is all there is to a brand. I know some businesses which want to change their logo reg... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/its-about-experiences-not-logos.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Everything is subjected to first impressions. Why else do you think such things, as advertising, branding, and packaging are so important? Why do you think they exist in the fist place? Lets face i... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/small-business-web-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Websites disappear from the internet everyday. Do you want your website to be one of them? Of course not. Then how can you avoid your website's failure? The answer is - understand the comm... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/5-website-design-common-mistakes-you-should-avoid.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Remember one thing that stays true. A Web Design Firm is only as good as their last design. My name is Anthony and I will be your guide today(saying this is a professional but fun voice). Ok, lets ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-firm-professionals-or-trouble.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Logo embroidery on headbands can feel a little bit overreacting at times. Logos were not used so much in the past years. But the trend is changing: logos are becoming more and more popular. You can... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/logo-embroidery-ways-to-express-yourself.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT The appearance of your web site is one of the most important aspects of your success. Your product or service will literally be judged by the appearance of your web site.Poor web design is o... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/the-birth-of-a-professional-web-site-part-three-basic-web-de.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Before deciding on which web design company to choose, you should first determine the main aim and purpose for your upcoming website. Once the aim and purpose have been identified, then only move o... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/how-to-choose-web-design-company.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT With a plethora of website design and website building tools available today why does anyone need a web designer? In fact, if you shop around, you can build a well presented web site for free. ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/why-does-anyone-need-a-professional-web-designer.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Designing good websites is not simply a case of throwing a load of funky graphics at the screen, there are 3 main areas to consider, here I give a brief overview of these key areas and explain why ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/principles-of-web-design-content-accessibility-presentation.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT A good logo design represents a good company that clients and customers alike can put their trust in. Although it might seem like a minimalist issue when it comes to talking about a big company a l... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/good-logo-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT People often ask me: What image file formats will Photoshop open or save in? What are the advantages/disadvantages?Photoshop has the capability to open and save many different graphic files.... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/photoshop-files-and-formats.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT After more than five years of hit and miss and wasting a lot of money on useless webmaster tools, I finally narrowed down my list to four (4) inexpensive but reliable and powerful webmaster tools! ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/four-4-web-design-software-you-cannot-afford-not-to-have.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT The Internet has certainly changed the face of commerce, with it becoming more and more difficult to find a business with out a website. Thus, there are a lot of businesses looking for a cheaper, ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/basic-web-design-standards.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Regardless whether you manage a small business, charitable organization, or Fortune 500 company, choosing the right web design firm can quickly become a full-time research project. With thousands ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/how-to-hire-the-right-web-design-firm.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT I hope you find this article beneficial and interesting. I am going to explain and give free web design and web promotion tips. Cheap web design services. 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However, you might not have a large budget for advertising or marketing and simply dont kn... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/5-no-cost-ways-to-get-your-website-noticed.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT You see them when you enter hotels, motels and businesses of all types. I'm talking about floor mats with an imprint of the the business' custom logo. They serve a practical purpose. They provide a... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/custom-logo-floor-mats-a-customers-first-impression-of-your-.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Communicating with a web designer can be the most difficult part of the hiring process because you and the web designer dont speak the same language when talking about the details of a website. Thi... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/communicating-your-needs-to-your-web-designer.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Early Logo BeginningsThe history of logo design and logos dates back to ancient Greece. The word "logo" means a name, symbol or trademark designed for easy recognition. The... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/how-to-know-when-its-time-to-redesign-your-logo.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Want your images to have effects thatll make it stand out more and show up well on every background tones? With Photoshop, you could achieve these effects for your images by its features that work ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/how-to-work-with-light-and-dark-edges-in-photoshop.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT A great logo can help a business project a positive image while a bad logo can bring a negative impression about a company. For many companies, a logo is the only identifiable mark a potential ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/how-much-is-a-great-business-logo-really-worth.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Beyond Appearance: Every design has a "sales" potential. Think about it, why do some websites sell better than others? While every site needs to be visually attractive and pleasing to the ey... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/quality-web-design-with-results-the-basics.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Youtube.com has created an incredible viral marketing campaign with fast streaming videos that propelled this young video sharing website into the top 20 most popular spot for internet surfers. At... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/youtube-why-it-works-and-why-it-should-matter-to-your-web-de.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Good web design is the probably the most important factor in helping a site get a good search engine ranking. Websites that follow good design practices and offer unique content receive a higher ra... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-ranking.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Ive seen articles (and websites) that suggest you can buy a website template and skip the expense of hiring a professional website designer. Recently, I read several testimonials from the very sati... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-templates-replacing-designers.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT The Internet has opened a whole New World of opportunity for all of us. With the vast amount of information available at your fingertips, it has never been easier to communicate your message to the... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/the-birth-of-a-professional-web-site-part-one-the-web-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT A Flash intro, better known by its infamous skip-intro name, is a bad web design technique that should be banned like asbestos. What Is It?: An animation accompanied by music that is ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/should-you-use-a-flash-introduction-on-your-web-site.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT A website should firstly be searched out by visitors before talking about attracting or retaining those visitors. 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This article will help you save hours hunting around for the best forums and techniques to succeed!... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/success-on-the-photoshop-contest-forums.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Have you ever wondered how someone was able to create a logo that looked so perfect? I used to think that someone probably had to draw the logo by hand, but then I learned some very interesting th... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/modifying-standard-shapes-in-photoshop.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Macromedias Studio 8 Suite Academic Software PackageMacromedia DreamweaverMy first choice for HTML editors is Macromedia's Dreamweaver. It has an easy to use, intuitive user interface... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/the-best-web-design-and-graphic-software-is-available-in-aca.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Some website developers make the mistake of believing their visitors are stupid. 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Its fairly simple and once you get used to it, you'll be like, wow that was e... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/create-a-forest-with-adobe-photoshop.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Like most web developers or SEO professionals, I use a vast array of tools to get the job done. I use a combination of desktop and web applications, some purchased and some free. Everyone I know ha... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/13-great-firefox-extensions-for-web-professionals.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Adobe Photoshop Your Ticket to Big Bucks in Graphic Design Graphic design has always been big business but with the explosive growth of the Internet graphic designers are experiencing incre... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/adobe-photoshop---your-ticket-to-big-bucks-in-graphic-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Most Search Engine Optimization (SEO) experts agree that links back to your site have a great impact on your ranking in the major search engines. Think of it like an election; your site is a candid... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/beat-google's-dampening-link-filter-with-seo-articles.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT So let's begin crunching down these 300 images using Adobe Photoshop from start to finish. When I say 'crunching', to some 300 images may seem like allot, but it's not. I have done jobs for clients... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/design-a-web-album-using-adobe-photoshop-part-2.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT In todays market, it is essential for every business to have a presence on the web and the web design of the site is a key factor to the sites success in boosting the visibility and profitability ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-uk.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Once you have built your new website, you dont have time to sit back and admire your creation, the work is just beginning. Thousands of web pages are being added to the Internet every day and if you w... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/seven-ways-to-promote-your-new-website.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT The City of Atlanta Georgia has been experiencing accelerated economic growth in recent years. Currently, the city is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and hundreds of other companies, which m... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/atlanta-web-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Planning an ecommerce website is like building a house architecture and budget need to be agreed before the decoration. AN AGREED REQUIREMENTS SPECIFICATION MUST BE DRAWN UP AS THE FIRST S... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/ecommerce-a-plan.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT A corporate logo design should be highly instrumental in building your corporate identity and should successfully exude the companys attitude. The viewers must have some idea about the disposition,... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/corporate-logo-design-6-keys-to-success.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT The essence of creating a website is not just launching it. Every detail on its own, must count! The fact is details mater a lot. Hence, every site must be a product of careful planning, co... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design's-infallible-rules-of-thumb.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Doctors across the United States and around the world are making use of the latest technology and the convenience of the internet in a variety of ways. Whether it's better patient care or making th... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/online-mds-why-to-get-your-practice-on-the-web.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Is Photoshop CS2 worth the upgrade? You bet it is! Here are just 10 things you can do with this fantastic new version of Photoshop that were impossible (or difficult) to do with previous versions:... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/10-things-you-can-do-with-photoshop-cs2-that-you-couldnt-do-.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT So, let's explore why web designers are like ogres.Firstly, let's see why we say that websites are like onions, with layers, in the first place since this is the whole raison detre of my ar... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/the-shrek-model-of-web-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT As the Internet blooms at an alarming rate, so as the number of websites out there. 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There are for sure thousandth if not millions of opportunities out in t... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/want-to-freelance-as-a-programmer-copywriter-or-web-designer.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Web design for an online business is serious business. No matter how important and unique your product or service is, what keeps a customer on a website is the web design, what makes customers buy ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/know-this-before-you-start-a-business-web-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT When it comes to having a website that will hold peoples attention nothing works better than good, usable information. Visitors are asking themselves "What can I learn here?" or "How will this sit... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/essential-web-design-part-1.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT With hundreds of web design businesses online, it is important to make yourself stand out. 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Business logos and slogans are undoubtedly two of the most important elements in any company's marketing mix. 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It is then the online stores' job to ensure that their web... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/website-optimization-rake-in-the-big-bucks.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Search Engines are the foundation of the internet information highway, and most website owners are at least somewhat interested to know how they can get their site to appear in search engine listings ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/easy-search-engine-optimization-seo-tips-to-improve-your-web.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Web site builders are a relatively new addition to the web hosting company's mix of products and services. Website builders have been introduced mainly to service the majority who don't know how to... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/how-to-choose-the-right-web-site-builder-for-your-web-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT 'The contents of a book can be easily assessed by its cover.' Similarly, the logo of a company or any enterprise mirrors its quality of service offered. The logos that feature on the pages are resp... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/crafting-your-companys-image-by-a-professional-logo.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Gone are the days when you had to rely on a web-designer to design your websites. New technologies with innovative ideas have brought out a new variant to this trend in the form of ready to use web... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/building-web-sites-using-web-templates.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT To be able to come up with an effective web site for personal or business use, you need to have the tools that can make your site not only attractive but user-friendly as well. Given the stiff comp... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/affordable-web-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT A "template" is simply a design format which you can apply to all (or most) of the pages in your web site. The first advantage of using a "template" system is that it allows you to make your... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/creating-a-basic-web-design-template.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Photoshop is a wonderful program that allows you to edit a photograph in as many ways as you can imagine. It allows you to control every aspect of a photograph and gives you editing tools that a tr... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/the-5-deadly-sins-of-photoshop-compositing.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT One of the biggest obstacles to getting a job as a web designer is the lack of experience. Fortunately, if you take initiative, this step in the process to getting hired can be an easy one. One of ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/how-to-gain-web-design-experience-and-build-a-portfolio.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Into which camp does your business fall?A. You dont have a logo, but wish you did B. You dont have a logo, and could care less C. You have a logo, but have a hunch its not quite it... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/logo-design-create-a-sizzling-brand-for-your-business.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Everyone seems to be a web designer these days. From your uncle?s neighbor?s nephew to Aunt Mildred, everyone claims webmaster status. How can you, a real web designer, developer, and/or host sep... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/4-nearly-free-ways-for-a-web-designer-to-establish-a-local-p.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT The Nike Swoosh, the McDonald's arches, the Apple. When you see these logos, instantly you identify the business behind them. You associate all of the feelings, attitudes, and experiences you have ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/top-5-reasons-you-need-a-logo.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Logos are symbols that represent something. It is usually a company, product or brand. Logos help the company to register a particular image in a persons mind about the company. For this, the logo ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/trademark-logos.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT You spent countless hours designing a site with fantastic colors, attractive images and beautiful layout but it failed to click, did this ever happen to you? Many of the apparent reasons could be l... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/basics-of-web-design-principlesweb-site-design-serviceswebsi.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT The web pages actually at the top of Google have only one thing clearly in common: good writing. Don't get so caught up in the usual SEO sacred cows and bugbears, such as PageRank, frames, and Java... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/googles-seo-advice-for-your-website-content.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT The internet has become an integral part of our lives. Everyday more and more websites are going online. With the advent of online sitebuilders included with many hosting packages, anyone can easil... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-is-not-for-the-squeamish-9-things-you-should-know.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Creating a website for your business can be almost as complex as creating the business itself. There are many different aspects to owning and operating a website. Theres website design, search engine ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/five-steps-to-picking-your-perfect-web-designer.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT CSS is a new option for website designers that have been using HTML and tables for most of their web designing careers. Of course, it is a huge change and requires learning a new language and skill... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/7-reasons-why-using-css-is-a-must.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT The Internet is more popular than ever and any business that is not online is losing out to its competitors. With many businesses and individuals now being aware of the tremendous power of the Inte... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/finding-a-good-web-designer.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT My business logo and color scheme started one lovely spring day in my office, after two years of working with words and images. I purchased some rubber stamps and played with them. A logo emerged: ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/your-business-logo-and-color-scheme.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT In the early days of the world wide web, having a good web presence meant that you must have a good web site full of rich content, and a good internet address that goes with it. Its a generally acc... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/search-engine-optimization-and-web-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT This tutorial will explain the techniques I use to create digital pencil portraits in Photoshop. I have been doing these for a few years now and have searched the web for some techniques of how to ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/photoshop-pencil-portrait.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Search engines dont care about web design. People do. While search engines will not index a website for its great layout, but for the content, people will forget the website that has nothing distin... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-the-importance-of-design-simplicity-for-business-.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Real Estate Web Design:Abstract: Real Estate Web Design experts review the needs of Realtors(R) and real estate brokers, and highlights the advantages of dynamic real estate ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/real-estate-web-design-what-you-need-to-know.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Any aspiring web designer seeking help from a forum about the "best" web design software will immediately be greeted by two very different responses. One will either be told to use a large, expensi... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/is-there-a-best-web-design-program.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Eliminate guesswork and measure success that is what analysing your website visitors' behaviour [or web analytics] is all about. Understanding where they came from, where they land and what people... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-site-analysis-101.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT The world wide web is an extremely unique place that allows everybody to have access to the same information from all around the world. This truly is an ability never experienced before by humanki... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/universal-web-design-catering-to-all-of-your-visitors.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT For your business web site to remain attractive to your clients and potential customers, you need to update it regularly. You may even need a professional look for your web site. However, given the... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/affordable-web-design-and-hosting-services.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT You're all ready to get started creating your web presence and you've found a skilled web designer to build your website for you. Do you know what he needs from you to do an efficient job? Good web... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/getting-along-with-your-web-designer.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT If you'd like to create and publish your own web site on the Internet, your first step should be to decide what type of web site you would like to create and what web design language you would like... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/selecting-the-best-web-design-language-for-your-project.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT If you've got or are considering a web hosting account with PHP and mySQL support, you'll find a wealth of free programs and scripts to take advantage of their powerful combined capabilities.... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-and-hosting-free-web-hosting-perks-that-will-perk.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT As a new Dad, you're going to be taking a lot of pictures. You could play around with Photoshop's filters and effects. I did that but I found them unsatisfying because:* too easy, too quick.... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/3-cool-photoshop-projects-for-new-dads.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Creating a website is something anyone can do today with the advent of many application or website generators available today. But, creating a appreciable and good looking website needs a lot of th... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/tips-to-create-a-good-looking-website.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT 'The contents of a book can be easily assessed by its cover.' Similarly, the logo of a company or any enterprise mirrors its quality of service offered. The logos that feature on the pages are respons... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/crafting-your-companys-image-by-a-professional-logo.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT If you are designing a web site for which the achievement of high conversion rates is a priority, focus your design efforts on showcasing and highlighting the content and copy.For sites wher... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-use-it-to-showcase-the-message.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT To rank well in any search engine, the words you write should never be a second thought. They must be your absolute first thought. Give careful attention to the words on your web pages right from t... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/the-simple-truth-about-optimized-web-content.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT On the Internet today, there are many people who call themselves web designers and web design companies. Some people do it for fun, as a hobby or part-time. Web designers that design full-time are ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/how-to-choose-a-web-design-company.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT For your website to be successful, it has to contain the proper web design. This isnt too hard if youve been designing websites for years and have had the time and experience to perfect your techn... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-the-basics.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Logo designs are typically a visual representation of a graphic or text or a combination of both that provides a unique identity to a company and its products. Logos help to create a visual recogni... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/company-logo-design-tips-for-success.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT You photos, you stories. You've got hundreds of shots and now need new ideas on ways to share them with the world. In this article we've got helpful hints on the best ways to do it in today's fast-pac... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/do-even-more-with-your-digital-photos.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT There are templates available for web sites, web page headers and banners, navigation links, order buttons, and more. Templates save time and money, and they can greatly improve the look of a web s... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/four-common-mistakes-made-using-web-templates.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT There is unlimited possibilities when it comes to designing a website. Flash, Database, content management, Client Login, etc,etc. A question to ask yourself when deciding how to do your website is... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/good-web-design-what-is-it.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT It is important to pay attention to little details that make the site easier to use by visitors. Sometimes small details make the difference, and the user likes our site better than other sites, ju... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-is-your-website-user-friendly.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT 1. Get rid of the splash page, all that is, is an extra click people have to go through just to get to the value, which should be immediately available on your homepage. The first thing a visitor s... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/the-7-cardinal-rules-of-good-web-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT How to Build a Simple Website? It is very easy to build a basic website. There are different softwares available to the beginners. Different types of web pages are available. Most of the int... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/how-to-build-a-simple-website.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Learn from themApproaching retirement age I was made redundant last year and decided to create my first web site, initially knowing little about it. I hope that, by reading about my experien... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/my-mistakes-as-a-web-design-newbie.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT In this article I give some amazing tips about web design and web promotion and its for free. I hope you enjoy the read.Free web design tips.There is no longer a need for people to sp... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/amazing-and-free-web-design-tips.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT The Balanced Scorecard was created in 1992 by a couple of Harvard guys (Kaplan and Norton). It changed the way people look at the success of a business. Prior to the concept, people evaluated perfo... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/profit-motive-for-web-design-treat-your-website-like-a-sales.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT The Logo: a little historyLogotype, commonly know as a logo, is a design, a graphic representation/image/trademark symbolizing ones organization. Designed for instant identification, a logo ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/the-right-logo.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Nonprofits cant look at their Web sites the same way that businesses do. Lets face it, the business sector created the Web site rules. Unfortunately, many nonprofits try to set up their sites just lik... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/7-reasons-why-nonprofits-should-break-web-site-rules.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT If you are like most online entrepreneurs, you've been struggling to grab your share of that flood of traffic that you hear about from every guru wannabe out there. Chances are you have prob... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/expired-domain-opportunities.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Even if youre not an accomplished webmaster you can still have a professional looking website. You may be like I was five years agoyoure teaching yourself web design and youre starting to catch on ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/6-design-flaws-newbie-web-designers-make-fool-everyone-into-.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Have you ever noticed that some sites are much faster than others. Or that some specific websites take a notably larger amount of time to load than others? Have you ever seen a site that begins b... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-for-speed.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT A logo is part of a corporate identity. The objective is to provide a perfect logo design that will uniquely represent the company all over the world. The logo, or brand, is not just an image, but ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/logo-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT What is web usability & why is it important? Web usability is about making your website in such a way that your site users can find what they're looking for quickly and efficiently. A usable... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-usability-the-basics.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT This is a growing concern amongst many business owners. Does your web design company own you? This may be possible if you've allowed them to host your web site for you and also register your domain... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/are-you-being-scammed-by-your-web-design-company.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT The internet is all about finding out information on a particular subject. There are many different types of website, some offer a service, some offer a product and some merely offer advice. In thi... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-of-information-portals.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Any company needs to have a web site. But how can it be developed? And who can do it?On the net there are plenty of web design teams. You can also find nice templates if you like. But this w... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT An SE friendly web design, or a search engine friendly web design, is one of the essential components to generating traffic to your ecommerce website through search engines. Of course, your web sit... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/se-friendly-web-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Web design comes in many shapes, forms and contents. It is the gift wrapping of your site, or your publishing package to share with viewers various products, services, or information.Many as... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-and-content.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT I entered the blogosphere fairly late in the game. More than three years after starting and managing several busy forums and web sites, I dabbled with blogging through regular entries to one of my ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/tales-from-the-blogosphere.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT The domain name for your business is your online identity. You should be very careful about choosing a domain name that is memorable, scores quite well with search engine listings, has a trust fact... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/choosing-a-domain-name-for-my-business.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT There are many mistakes committed by individuals in the field of Web design and management. It is good to know, though, that there are less usability crimes committed against users now than before.... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/the-ten-leading-mistakes-in-web-design-and-management.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT We are living in the world of computers and internet. Website design in Devon and in various other places around the globe has received great fillip these days. A properly designed website can attr... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-devon.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Standards are set by national or international bodies, which ensure compliance with a set of design rules by a large community. (Dix et al. 1998:191) An example is the International Organization for S... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/design-rules-principles-and-standards.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Web development has greatly increased in popularity over the last 5 years. Many new design concepts, code standards, and technology advances have happened in a short amount of time. With that, so h... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/the-future-of-web-design-is-content-management.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT When it comes to e-commerce everything is a little bit different, even the web site design for an e-commerce site as compared to a normal web design. If you are interested in developing an e-commer... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/how-e-commerce-web-site-design-differs-from-normal-web-desig.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT The demand for Information Technology has driven many people to delve into its world. As software designs become more user-friendly, creating Web site designs is fast becoming a hobby for a number ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/small-business-web-design-and-development.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Using lines and shapes and your company or business name can create an awesome and unique logo design that everyone will remember.Nike for example uses a type of swoosh line and when you see... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/unique-logo-designs.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT As the manager of a web design studio that handles three new projects every week and has to deal with 30 queries a day I can tell you first hand that web designhuh-huh, its like brain surgery. You ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-that-works.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT 1. Don't use fancy web programming. Keep your website plain, simple and use basic technologies - Do not use Flash on your website,if a user doesn't have flash, they will not see that content, so if... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/the-10-most-common-web-design-mistakes-to-avoid.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Promoting your services online is a must. It can create instant credibility and additional marketing opportunities. But to do that, your site needs to communicate clearly and succinctly with visitors.... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/are-you-committing-these-12-deadly-web-site-sins.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT There is a new deal that people looking for affordable quality web site design service need to be on the look out for. The main problem of this is the fact that not all of these services provide mu... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/affordable-quality-web-site-design-service.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT I've been shooting with digital cameras in my portrait and wedding photography studio for about five years now, and in that time I've taken well over 50,000 exposures.Our studio has been aro... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/photoshop-tutorial-secrets-from-the-trenchesseven-essential-.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT There are plenty of mistakes in the world of web design. Let's look at what I believe to be the 10 biggest. 1. Too Many Ads. When you're trying to make money from your website, it's all t... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-the-10-biggest-mistakes.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT From a search engine point of view, the perfect webpage has no graphics, no scripting, no tables...etc but just alot of normal, plain readable text. You can just take it that plain text is the food... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-designers-guide-to-search-engine-optimization.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Technology, at its best, is transparent it's the invisible lubricant between what I want to do, and having done it. A ball-point pen, for example, is successful because it requires very little fro... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-20-step-up-then-get-out-of-the-way.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT When you design a website, it's easy to focus on what your visitors are going to see. What you have to realise, though, is that you're going to have another kind of visitor with a completely differ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/designing-your-site-for-the-search-engines.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Cartoon logos are images or symbols depicting certain characters and conveying the desired message in a light-hearted manner. They are not only funny but at the same time appealing and can generate ex... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/importance-of-cartoon-logos-in-your-business.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT An "include" file is a piece of code that can be put into a seperate file -- for example -- your navigation bar -- and then "included" in a number of other pages. This has the very useful advantage... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/using-server-side-includes-to-simplify-your-web-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Web site design is a critical element in niche marketing.If you want to build your reputation as a Professional in your niche, you need to project a professional image from the moment your v... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/10-web-design-tips-for-a-professional-looking-niche-web-site.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Today, many people have learned how to successfully freelance from home. People who specialize in writing, web design, transcribing, accounting, even computer support are finding that is it possibl... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/how-to-successfully-freelance-from-home.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Many people are looking for a bargain, when it comes to finding themselves a person or company to build and design them a website. In this article I write about where to go to find this website des... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/bargain-web-design-services.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT In this article I will give advice and tips of where to find a low cost website design company and also about the best ways of producing a cool website. How many people or companies are adv... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/free-web-design-advice.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT In recent years, there has been a major upsurge in the use of Internet-related technology. An increase in the application of information technology in different fields has opened wider career oppor... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-designer.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT The importance of color in designing a website is often overlooked by web designers when in fact it is one of the key elements in presenting an aesthetically pleasing site. Color selection could "make... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/the-color-factor.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Logo golf balls are considered the true ambassador to the game of golf. They occupy approximately twenty percent of the golf ball business today and are mainly used for corporate branding. It is t... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/golf-ball-logos.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT There are a very large amount of people and companies offering web design services and therefore it should not be difficult to bag yourself a bargain. There is a market for no frills web design whe... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/no-frills-web-design-company.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT When you go into business on the net, you have to take special care in creating a site designed to leverage the traffic it receives. There are six common mistakes marketers are making in their web... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/are-your-web-design-mistakes-causing-your-online-business-to.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Choosing a web designer can seem like a daunting task. They come in all shapes and sizes from freelancers working at home to glossy new media agencies, and there is as much variation in prices and... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/choosing-a-web-designer-a-plan-to-guide-you-through-the-mine.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Websites are created for many different purposes, such as, selling products, offering services, or sharing information. The one thing all websites have in common is the need to attract visitors an... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-essentials.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Adobe Photoshop Your Ticket to Big Bucks in Graphic Design Graphic design has always been big business but with the explosive growth of the Internet graphic designers are experiencing incre... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/adobe-photoshop-your-ticket-to-big-bucks-in-graphic-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Trying to create a new website, my sister-in-law called me to help her through the steps of the process. Bewildered and frustrated, she had become extremely irritated with the whole thing. Not real... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/trying-to-create-a-new-website.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT At last we are seeing a navigation away from the dynamic or [i]fancy[/i] type of website that has been inundating the Internet through virtually anyone who has had the funds to pay the sometimes ri... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/html-web-design-for-friendly-and-effective-websites.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT On the first page of Google, you will have a choice of around ten or so different business links to click on. If you click through to a web design that looks unprofessional, in an instant you will ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/time-for-a-new-web-design-for-your-small-business.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Creating a great website isn't the chore it used to be. There are a number of fine wysiwyg web design programs available today that can produce quality web pages for very little cost. Of course, fo... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/on-page-seo-with-wysiwyg-website-software.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Web templates by nature are created to aid and ease the strenuous process of a typical web development phase. Idea collection, analysis, research, design are just a small part of a bigger pic... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/how-web-templates-are-helping-online-businesses-to-multiplyt.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Adobe Photoshop, the top choice for digital darkroom use, can be a complicated program to use. Many options and possibilities, some of them completely unexplained, make Photoshop as once mysterious... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/the-common-myths-of-photoshop.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT The popularity of internet is increasing with the passage of time and with the advancement of science and technology. This has automatically brought the idea of web design to the forefront. Web des... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-exeter.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Many possible technologies exist that can power web based games. Php, HTML, CGI and Java amongst them, but the most common plugin used to design browser games by far is Adobe Flash, previously know... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/why-flash.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Good skintones. The search for the holy grail of digital photography. I have been banging our heads against the wall for years trying to perfect "THE ONE SIZE FITS ALL" solution to working with ski... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/photoshop-tutorial-how-to-get-great-skintones-with-your-digi.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT In a world where things are never quite what they appear to be, the internet has proven to be a very mysterious place. Large and powerful corporations like Microsoft, Apple, and Google are running ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/small-business-web-design-how-to-make-your-business-appear-l.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT One of the most important marketing tools is an effective logo. It provides an easily recognizable identity for your business or organization. It not only communicates who you are but what you are.... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/what-makes-a-good-logo.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Website promotion is not an easy task, because thousands of new websites are created each day, each of them striving for a position in the first search engine results, some using ethical techniques... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/site-promotion-through-web-awards.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Viral Marketing is allowing people to giveaway and use your free product or service in order to multiply your marketing quickly over the internet. 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Staring on an empty screen and waiting for some creative ideas to po... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/the-advantages-of-web-page-template-designs-tips-and-guides-.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT A logo design, commonly known as a logo, is the graphic element of a trademark or brand, set in a special font or arranged in a particular but legible way. The color, shape, typeface, etc. of a log... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/company-logo-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT A little while back I had a bit of a discussion about a certain profession that I will not mention here in case someone from the industry in question takes it the wrong way. Don't get me wrong, ev... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/how-to-choose-a-web-designer.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Have you ever noticed how magazines, newspapers and some web designers are able to combine multiple photographs together to create cool collages of merged images? 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And almost everybody wants to have great web site for affordable price because usually web s... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/offshore-web-design-and-development-use-great-opportunities.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT And not only your logo, but also your website, your brochure, your business cards and any of your marketing materials for that matter.Yes, colors do matterThey communicate feelings a... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/what-does-your-logo-color-say-about-your-business.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT As a web designer, I get all kinds of requests for information other than web design, and as a web designer I'm not really suppose to be able to do things outside of the web design area. I believe ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/what-is-a-web-designer-anyway.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT The answer is very simple for this question. Because a good web design attracts user and some time visitor loves the design and bookmark the same site for future visits or for future reference or m... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/why-do-you-want-a-good-web-design-amp-hosting-on-a-good-serv.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Fred R. David, a business strategy author, defines strategy as "the art and science of formulating, implementing, and evaluating cross functional decisions that enable an organisation to achieve it... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/formulating-a-website-design-strategy.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT An education in Web Design and Multimedia prepares professionals that develop, design and maintain websites, and integrate media. Online Web Design and Multimedia programs are available for those w... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-and-multimedia-online.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT I get the occasional web design lead from my website. 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Getting started on a new Web site without setting a budget or setting a budget without measurable outcomes.To avoid getting lost in cyberspace ask yourself:What will it tak... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/top-5-mistakes-to-avoid-when-hiring-a-freelance-web-designer.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT The only constant thing in this world is change. You have to be adept with these changes in order to keep going and excel. Web design is not the be-all end-all in developing a site. This is ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/front-end-web-developer-metamorphosis.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Introduction to Web DesignWebsites are such useful tools. They are great for sharing information, selling products, and staying in touch and up to date with family and friends. As a web de... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-designing-tips-for-new-web-designers.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT When you think of the world's most successful businesses, what names come to mind? Most likely, consumer-oriented giants such as Coca-Cola, McDonald's, Sheraton, Disney, IBM, and General Electric. ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/big-business-web-design-disasters.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT If you are using Adobe Photoshop to perform repetitive tasks, why not take a look at the 'Actions' palette?Actions are macro routines condensed into buttons and quick-key combinations. W... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/adobe-photoshop-introducing-actions-to-reduce-repetition.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT You are not getting enough money with your business website? The 85% of the business that have a website are not getting enough clients with its website. That is because those websites ar... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/you-are-not-getting-enough-clients.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT If you are looking to expand your business, an ecommerce store can be a very good investment. However, just building a website alone will not attract the customers you desire. In order for your sit... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/ecommerce-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Do you want your site to load quickly? If it is your personal homepage, it may be a big deal to you. If you are trying to run a business, or offer people important information, this can be very import... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-a-quick-loading-site.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT You're trying to run your business, please your customers, supervise employees, and now you have to find a great website builder, too? The process can seem so overwhelming that many business own... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/choosing-your-ideal-web-design-firm.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Web design is crucial to your business. Your ecommerce website is sure to bring you the best rankings and the customers to make the sales as long as you look for the best web design options out th... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-only-settle-for-the-best.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT What are the differences between adobe photoshop and adobe illustrator? Produced by the same company, there are some that say the difference between the two programs is small. In actuality, adobe i... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/adobe-photoshop-v-adobe-illustrator.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Quality isn't something you apply to a finished web site like wood sealer on a new deck: a good site has quality designed in and built in.Web designing is the design of a web page, website o... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-designing-imagination-at-work.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT HOW do most service firms get new clients? The old-fashioned way. By holding free seminars, referrals, clients, newsletters and the old stand-by "send out many brochures and they will come" strateg... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/why-a-website-can-be-a-waste-of-money.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Search engine optimization for today's search engine robots requires that sites be well-designed and easy-to-navigate. To a great degree, organic search engine optimization is simply an extension o... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/seos-relationship-with-website-architecture.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT It is a commonly accepted fact that a company logo stands for its brand identity. As such, any decision to modify it requires some food for thought. On the other hand, one often feels that changes... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/changing-your-company-logo-look-before-you-leap.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT HTML is one of the most creative ways to start a professional skill. It is extremely easy to learn, and its well worth the effort needed to create helpful websites using HTML. With only a few wee... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/html-and-web-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Graphics are an important part of web design but require serious thought and planning.Many websites I see suffer from the same problem. The graphics make the page look unattractive and caus... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-graphics.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Copyright 2006 Roger Loh The purpose of this article is to recommend complete newbies to online business an affordable instant web site solution. This solution will enable them to create an af... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/how-to-create-an-affordable-web-site-for-your-online-busines.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Do you know all the major strategies for getting valuable one-way inbound links? With search engines putting a damper on direct reciprocal links, the hunt for the elusive one-way inbound lin... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/get-one-way-inbound-links-the-5-major-strategies.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Despite all the advances on the Internet, there are still quite a few poorly designed, annoying web sites out there. You know them when you see them. Fortunately, by following a few simple rules, y... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/7-simple-rules-of-web-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Ecommerce web site design can spell either success or doom for any business. In this internet age it is imperative to have an online site for advertising, selling or buying a product or service. Th... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/how-relevant-is-your-ecommerce-web-site-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Professional web design has become vital during recent years. A few years ago, it was estimated that a visitor to a web site took about 8 seconds to decide to stay on that web site or click... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-basics.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT There are a lot of websites on the internet that are either finished or under development. Would you like to have your own website? Do you know the best options concerning web design and hosting?... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-and-hosting.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT The web design industry is indeed extremely competitive. So how do we go about choosing a web design company that offers websites that are not only well designed but equally important, a website th... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-tips-to-boost-up-your-natural-ranking.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Youve got a concept for a business, are excited about putting it out on the Internet, know a little bit about computers and the Internet, but know nothing about building a web site, or web design.... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/the-newbies-guide-to-small-business-web-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT If someone were to tell you that you can start your own business that would go beyond the traditional geographic boundaries without needing a large cash outlay, would you believe him? You better, b... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/no-money-to-start-an-online-business-yes-it's-possible.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT How important is a logo for the success of your business? Opinions might vary but the importance of a logo can hardly be overlooked. It's a logo that first catches the eyes of the onlookers and lends ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/promote-your-business-with-the-right-logo.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT If you have ever tried to promote your business or product via the Internet, you know the importance of search engines in determining your success. Search engine friendly sites are a must if you wi... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/search-engine-friendly-sites.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Web designing entails use of a whole gamut of tools - for text, graphics, menus, animation, navigation design, color selection, font selection, authoring, programming and ecommerce development. The... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-tools-san-jose-san-francisco-oakland-japan.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Many excellent web designers know next to nothing of web marketing, and this can be a big problem. Marketing a site in search engines requires that the site be designed in a search engine compatibl... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/why-your-web-designer-should-know-about-web-marketing.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Not only is it important to take good photographs for your website, it is equally important to make sure that your pictures load quickly. In this article we will cover a number of important issues... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/photography-for-your-jewelry-and-craft-website.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT New Website Sets Out To Break Mold There is a new website that has been launched that is set to be different. My Interests & Info.com (URL: http://www.myinterestsandinfo.com) is a site that is a... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/new-website-sets-out-to-break-mold.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT The needs of screen magnifier users are overlooked when implementing web accessibility on to a website. Screen magnifiers are used by partially sighted web users to increase the size of on-screen e... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-accessibility-for-screen-magnifier-users.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Hello, and congratulations on becoming an Internet Entrepreneur with your very own Web Business!!! To get you fast-tracked, we have included a vast selection of tips and tricks to make your online ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/becoming-an-internet-entrepreneur-tips-and-tricks.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT All businesses have to have some sort or other logo of their own. This logo is the media wherein they introduce themselves to their clients. It is a known fact that visual processing is a very impo... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/building-a-logo.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Nowadays, the most popular source of research works is the Internet. In fact it has already shrunk the world into bytes. All the information, data, facts, truths as well as the confusing principles... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/what-makes-a-research-friendly-site.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Looking for the best digital photography books around? There are many claimants to the title at the moment; we'd even go as far as to say the market is flooded with books full of hints, tips and techn... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/your-guide-to-buying-digital-photography-books.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Web home-based business is about to enter its highest growth phase with millions of new players piling in and exploding the market in other words a boom. If you're thinking about getting started - n... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/ride-the-unstoppable-force-of-web-home-business.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT If your business isnt online, it should be. More and more small, medium-sized, and even large businesses are getting themselves professional-looking websites and putting their businesses online. Th... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/if-your-business-isnt-online-it-should-be.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Q: I recently launched a website for my sporting goods business. Do I need to do anything special to attract customers to my website? I know nothing about search engines and marketing as such. Plea... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/the-big-website-question-if-you-build-it-they-will-come.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Most of the top end sites offer a huge selection of very impressive, easy-to-edit website templates. After ordering the template, its just a matter of checking your email containing the link to do... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/website-templates-thousands-saved-on-web-design-fees.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Influencing and persuading: It is art of guiding people to agree with you the solution providing strategy may benefit you a lot. This is also true in web designing services. One of the most diffi... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-marketing-how-to-make-your-visitors-buy-from-your-websit.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Clip art is basically pre-made images that can be used to design any media. Of course, you can also create your own images instead of using clip art as clip art is something everyone has access to.... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/free-clip-art-role-in-your-graphic-design-and-web-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Web site design, like any creative service varies considerably from company to company. You can find a web site designer that charges $50 for a site and then a few minutes later find one that cha... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/how-to-find-an-affordable-and-talented-web-designer.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT You have your own web design business. You do good work, have a few referrals and testimonials, and generally sell a good percentage of the genuine traffic you get to your web design sales page. ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-business-how-to-use-articles-to-drive-your-web-de.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT -Use a color scheme. If you use too many colors, typically your designs will begin to look tacky and unprofessional. This does somewhat depend on the business type, however. If you're creating a... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/6-steps-to-professional-logo-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT The logo is a graphic image that helps represent a business. It helps create the first impression and a recall value for the business it belongs to. A logo design provides certain advantages, as i... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/business-logo-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT As a web designer, I have a personal interest in a new trend which threatens to put me and my kind out of business. That threat is Web Design Templates. In short they are ready-made web design prod... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-designers-beware.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Entrepreneurs have an essential task on their hand when considering various strategies of their business promotion. The myriad chores of their work make them hire the services of outside firms to f... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/approaching-the-right-company-logo-design-firm-a-vital-step-.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Good web designs are very subjective and even the designs perceived as great by one person will not be viewed as so by another.Before starting your search the first thing to establish is wha... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/how-to-select-a-good-web-designerdeveloper.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Firstly what is flash? Well Flash refers to both the Macromedia Flash Player and to a multimedia authoring program used to create content it (such as games and movies). The Flash Player is a client... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-the-pros-and-cons-of-flash.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT With more and more countries around the world passing laws about blind and disabled access to the Internet (including the Disability Discrimination Act in the UK), web accessibility has been thrown... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-accessibility-myths.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Every time I am asked to design a website as a designer, we are asked for the price. The price for the websites we design are nominal or should I say Cheap! Our clients seem to be amazed with such ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-that-works-wonders.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT E-commerce web site development is all the rage in these days of the Internet boom, even after the big days of dot.com busts. The dream of making it huge in a short time may be over but the reliabi... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/have-a-customer-catching-site-with-great-ecommerce-web-site-.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Why? How? Because they're involved in software development. And before you start wondering what I'm talking about, I'd like to remind you that your web site (although cool) is nothing more than a s... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/is-your-web-designer-unknowingly-harming-your-business.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Choosing the right web design company to create your website presence is like finding a good plumber or electrician. Some charge an obscene amount yet dont get the job done properly, some charge a ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/choosing-the-right-web-design-company-for-your-website.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT If you are a moderately successful businessman, happy with the limited success that you have got through your word of mouth referrals, then this article is not for you. However, most entrepreneurs ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/logo-design-your-first-step-towards-business-success.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Online businesses vary in almost every way possible - from who they serve to how they make revenue. However, one basic similarity connects all internet businesses: websites. If you don't have a web... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-outsource-or-not.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT I have been using Macromedia products for my web site production for years. I just recently found a new way to design that has made my life a lot easier. Prior to the "Layers" feature, I always f... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-using-dreamweavers-layers-feature.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Designing an unique identity for your small business can be a taxing task when your budget doesn't stretch to hiring a professional to help you do the job. Digital art files need to be created to ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/creating-correctly-formatted-artwork-files-for-print-in-adob.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT If there was a web design and development Bible these would be the Ten Commandments 1.Thou shalt not make me wait. If you make me wait more than 10 seconds for your p... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/the-ten-commandments-of-web-design-and-development.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Everybody wants to earn money! So rather than spending your time just goofing around, you can try doing business at your home or even at your office on the side or as full time. You just need an in... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/make-easy-money-online-with-your-own-website.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT If you bookmark a page with Microsoft IE you will notice some sites have a special icon associated with their respective bookmark thus differentiating or branding site A from site B. Think of it as in... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/how-to-personalize-and-distinguish-your-web-site-from-others.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Whether you've hired a web designer in the past or looking to hire one for the first time, it's important to have everything ready before work starts. Not only does good preparation make your proje... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/how-to-prepare-for-your-web-designer.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT You might just use your logo on your own computer in Microsoft Publisher, or you hired a designer to create your logo that will be deployed across your web site, apparel, brochures, banners, advert... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/learn-now-or-pay-later-how-to-know-if-your-logo-is-going-to-.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT By visiting a number of sites, youll probably be quick to notice that many of their web designs include Whats New pages or sections within other pages of the website design such as the home page. ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/how-to-add-a-whats-new-page-to-your-web-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Building and creating a website is a nightmarish task especially if you dont have the slightest idea on what you are suppose to do. 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Company website is your onl... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/is-your-website-design-professional.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Design And LayoutBefore we cover the basics of designing an ecommerce website, let me ask you a simple question: Which do you think is more likely to succeed? A website with a clear, ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/basics-of-ecommerce-web-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Internet, technology of computer, is a boon to the 21st century. New Technologies, latest software are coming out daily to cop up with the increasing demand of the consumers. Nobody can even think ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-designing-as-a-profession.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Its amazing how many business owners make each of the mistakes listed below. 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Adobe has introduced the cheaper Photoshop Elements for people who dont want to shell out for the full package, but... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/adobe-photoshop-can-you-afford-the-full-package.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT The headline could have been a slight over reaction on my part. You are not going to fire your Web agency entirely. However, you can reduce your monthly maintenance costs by performing Web updates in-... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/fire-your-web-design-agency-a-story-from-a-web-design-compan.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Now there are many different criteria to consider when choosing a Web Design Company. One of which is, what kind of website is it you need?Depending on whether you want to sell products, jus... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/choosing-a-web-design-company-for-your-business-website.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Website design firms come in all shapes and sizes. When choosing which firm you would like to build your website, there are many factors which you need to take into consideration. The... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/website-design-firm.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Web Design is an art, yet following basic steps can help lead even a non-artist to a good design. For the novice or the expert, there is always more to learn with these web design tips.Web D... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-tips.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Logos are symbols that represent a company, a product or a brand. Logos are a unique way of pictorially representing what can be said in a few words or a sentence. They can range from a simple symb... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/logos.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT And is having a logo really that important?My answer to both of these questions is an emphatic YES!A logo is a graphic or visual representation of your brand. Your brand is your busin... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/a-great-logo-is-a-marketing-must-have-but-is-it-affordable-f.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Whether you teach high school physics or college level English, your own personal website can not only help your students better understand the material but make your life easier at the same time. ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/teachers-make-your-life-easier-with-a-personal-website.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT So, you are looking for a website... Although you may have heard the titles "Web-designer" and "Web-developer" being used interchangeably, there is actually a dramatic difference betwee... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/difference-between-web-designer-and-web-programmer.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Whenever a person enters a website, the first thing that meets the eye is, of course, the layout. And there are many sorts of layouts: simple, elegant, colorful or full of drawings. Despite being so d... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/why-should-one-use-web-templates.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Website Design Usability Tips1. Getting to know about audience membersYou want a site that has personality and quality content based on your audience taste. You have ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/effective-web-design-usability-principles.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT A logo is a symbol that pictorially represents a particular company or a brand. Logos are a very important element in branding, since they help in not only attracting customers but also in keeping ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/logo-designs.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Logos come in various shapes and sizes. But why do some logos contain only names, while others may have initials or a design? 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They are a... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/how-to-create-a-raining-environment-with-adobe-photoshop.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT For those who are competent in the area of web design, chances are that there is a huge market out there just waiting for you to come in and make your mark. There are many companies and individuals... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/tips-on-landing-outsourcing-jobs-in-web-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT HOW TO DESIGN A WEB PAGE THAT SELLS: Part One "Without the right tools, you're dead in the water" by Charles Lewis Sales copy is important. So is price, and product quality. Wh... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/how-to-design-a-web-page-that-sells-part-1.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Adobe Photoshop is one of the world's leading graphics editing programs, developed by Adobe Systems. Available on Mac OS or PC, Photoshop is used as one of the leading image design programs for the... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/the-tools-and-features-of-adobe-photoshop.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT How to Make Search Engines Happy in 3 Easy Steps Author: Kalena Jordan Contact Author: mailto:kalena@high-search-engine-ranking.com Copyright: Copyright Kalena Jordan 2006 Web Addre... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/how-to-make-search-engines-happy-in-3-easy-steps.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Last article I discussed why a telecommuter would benefit from starting a website, and what you should include on the website. This article, I'm going to cover how to market the website and the bas... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/telecommuting-website-part-two.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Everyone wants his company logo to be the best but how good is good? How do we define a good logo? Is it necessary to be colorful or an exquisite piece of art? Can a simple design work as a good lo... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/how-do-you-define-a-good-logo-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Perhaps, you have been worrying too much about your web site design services. Are they doing pretty good? Well, to soothe your brain muscles, lessen the wrinkling of your forehead and the fr... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/glaring-modern-web-site-technologies.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Do I need to get a professional logo for my company?This question has more than likely come to your mind, whether you are just conceptualizing your business or your business has just taken o... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/do-you-need-a-professional-logo.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Do you have any idea how important your company logo is? Well you should. It appears on everything from your corporate identity system, brochures to your website, reaching customers, prospects, ven... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/logo-design-branding-brand-identity-guru.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT One article is far too short to describe all the complexities of Photoshop whole books have been written that barely scratch the surface. If you want to learn more, the best thing to do is to find... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/where-to-locate-adobe-photoshop-media.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Architectural firms with any sense of marketing at all have long used the internet as a portfolio. Both commercial and residential architectural firms publish beautiful photographs of their work, m... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/how-architects-can-optimize-their-websites.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT You and I both know that Photoshop is the tool that most of the photographers around the globe use. There is no doubt that it is the hands-down best to photographers when it comes to photo editing,... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/photoshop-a-perfect-complement-of-photographer.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT This article reveals several important web design elements you must consider during website optimization process.1. CSS StylesheetIt is good to use CSS stylesheet to format your web d... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/search-engine-friendly-web-design-advice.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT I've been shooting with digital cameras in my portrait and wedding photography studio for about five years now, and in that time I've taken well over 50,000 exposures. Our studio has been around fo... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/photoshop-tutorial-secrets-from-the-trenches-seven-essential.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Today, there are literally millions of options to choose. A business website can be free of cost to thousands of dollars. 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Today, with the cost of ready-made products continuing to rise, more and more people are finding it prudent to make or do things themselves. Sometimes kits are availab... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/do-it-yourself-or-diy-websites.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT There are two camps when it comes to flash web design, those who believe it is the wave of the future and those who do not. To decide which camp you want to be part of, you of course need to learn ... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/flash-web-design-the-wave-of-the-future.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT Surfing the web, a talent?How often do you surf the web? For how long? Come now, be honest.If I'm to be modest, I'd say I spend around five hours in front of... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/web-design-fundamental-design-concepts-for-building-a-better.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT In cascading style sheets you can specify how your web pages will be presented on the screen by simply predefining page elements such as fonts, headers and links.You can add these predefined... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/cascading-style-sheets-for-better-web-design.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT If you know anything about website design, or anything about the Internet in general, then you have probably heard of flash. There are actually lots of websites and advertisements online that utili... http://www.motionedgedesign.com/articles/why-you-should-avoid-developing-a-website-in-flash.html Sun, 05 Nov 2006 23:26:49 GMT First Things First Having a business card is usually the first priority for any business. 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