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I’ve always been interested in the arts. I was lucky enough to have a three-year Commercial Art program in high school. I followed that up with an AS degree in Commercial Art at a Shelton State Community College where I was introduced to motion graphics, HTML, silk-screen and so much more! After that I completed a Graphic Design BA at the University of Montevallo where I continued to build a diverse skill set with video production, photography and fine arts.
Diversify early
I’m constantly amazed that you can publish a website and the entire world could see your idea. As difficult as it was for a creative brain, I taught myself front-end web development. I was beginning to feel like a one-stop-shop for all things small business. Design, photo/video, and web development - These skills led me lots of people with big ideas. I was often one of them.
Lately
It takes a lot more than good design and a website to make something work. Copywriting, product perception, and usability due diligence are skill sets I have grown into out of necessity. Nothing will work unless your users are thrilled with it. A continuous user discovery process is a must with any product.
My Process
01 Listen
What are your needs, problems and goals? What has and hasn’t worked?
02 Brainstorm
This is a great time to really think outside the box. I’ll offer different paths to success and what they would entail.
03 Wireframe
Complex ideas need to be visualized. We’ll use these wireframes to map out ideas and choose directions to follow.
04 Design
Make these ideas come to life with beautiful interactive prototypes and designs for mobile and desktop.
05 Build
For digital interactive products, it’s coding time. Either I handle the front end development or pass it on!
06 Deploy
Test, enhance, launch, support.
Kind Words From A Few Clients
“I had no idea a new website and online advertising could have such an immediate effect! We are now one of the largest home builders in South Alabama.”
“Thanks for giving my business such a professional modern look. I feel like like I’m competing with the best in the city now! My clients have noticed and commented also!”
“You move quick and understand my style! Thanks for showing me so many ways to reach my audience.”