Web design and layout was a good assignment for me because I
freely admit that I’m technically challenged.
Unlike most of you in this class I didn’t even have a cell phone until I
was 30, and this class is the first time I have ever even looked at a
blog. I do use the internet from time to
time but realized while completing this week’s assignment that my experience is
limited to a few sites that I frequently visit.
I guess you could say that this week expanded my horizons a little
bit.
Rules, rules, rules – there are so many! Being a
photographer in my spare time leads me to rules regarding images. The right image can bring a reader into your
website and achieve results. Whether it
is shopping, news, research, or enjoyment, the right image can say it all. Be sure that your images are top
quality. If you don’t take them
yourself, there are plenty of resources to use free of charge online. Stock.adobe.com,
Dreamstime.com and iStockphoto.com are just a few resources I have found. I’m
sure there are plenty more. National
Geographic is probably one of the best places to see quality images. Their website, www.nationalgeographic.com is
world-renowned for their spectacular photography, and their placement on their
website makes anyone stop and read the captions or headlines for the story.
Color schemes are also a huge interest to me. You can do so much with color. Hyundai is a great example that I used in the
assignment this week. They used the
black & red to make a dramatic impact and grab the reader’s attention. After that, their layout flows nicely and
gives information without being boring.
I like your example. The color scheme of this ad drew me in!
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