NEWS
February 24, 2013
Too Little Time, Too Much to Do
As the calendar updated to 2013 many people reviewed their web content and felt it time for some changes, additions, deletions. It's wise to review site content at least every few months and refresh it as needed.
Two new websites recently rolled out:
Brown's Outdoor Furniture and Melina White's eye-catching hooked rugs have new one-page websites (yet both do have short sub-pages with additional content),
each with a sleek auto-scrolling navigation bar that takes users quickly to the content further down the page.
In my spare time (ha ha) I've been learning how to build sites using responsive web design (RWD) that helps web content to display well on all screens—from tiny mobile devices to wide screens.
September 19, 2012
Two More New Sites Published
Newbury, Vermont artist, Karyn Neubauer, was awarded a grant from the Vermont Arts Council for website development (congratulations, Karyn!). I recently launched her new site. In order to assure fast-loading, each of her images exists on its own web page with navigation icons to move seamlessly from page to page.
AND, Galusha Hill Farm is up and rolling and busily reaping this year's harvest. John Harkins asked for a WordPress site that he could manage himself and also 'large, clickable boxes' ... so happy to meet his requests.
September 19, 2012
Getting it in Print
Better Hearing of San Leandro has changed their business name to Future Hearing so many of their marketing materials, including a logo remake, have been rolling off the press.
July 30, 2012
Two New Websites Published
Recently, two new sites for local businesses have been published. The first is for Stock Footage which has brought together many talented individuals for production of their indie film, BRUJO THE MOVIE, being shot in our scenic Vermont hills. Next is a small site for UnderCover Tents, a busy local business that serves our surrounding rural community. Get links to both sites here.
May 11, 2012
Need Help Making Sense of Your Google Analytics?
I just came across this helpful video, published by Google, on how to understand the visitor statistics for your website. It features screen shots of the old version of Analytics, but the info is more or less the same. (FYI: I install Analytics free of charge on all websites.)
May 3, 2012
Two New Websites Published
I've been very pleased to build a new site for Boston-based fiber artist, Georgette Benisty. Photos of her work capture amazing detail and it's been a joy to work with her on this project. Also, I've just launched a new site for Vermont artist, Robert Chapla, whose paintings incorporate bold color and pattern. Get links to both sites here.
March 16, 2012
New Website + Graphic Design for Print
It's been a very busy two months with quite a few print jobs: brochures for Catamount Solar, LLC (solar installer), UnderCover Tents (tent rental company), and numerous magazine and newspaper ads for existing clients. Also, this seems to be the season for everyone getting their web content updated.
MotherCare Services' old website was very slow to download, lacked good SEO and, as a result, the owner was losing business. The newly designed site is fast and is optimized for search engine placement to reach the Boston Area market.
AMCK is currently working on four new websites for a Vermont author, Vermont painter, a printmaker in New Jersey and a Boston-based fiber artist.
January 20, 2012
Latest Website Launched
It's customary to see therapists' websites that are created by web design mills using stock templates. The result is typically a site that is not very inviting or personal. Dorie Porcelli has a growing psychotherapy practice and I was very pleased to design/develop a small, custom site for her using her preferences for imagery and style. This new site is bound to capture her intended audience and she will be able to track visitors with Google Analytics—standard and free on sites I develop.
December 28, 2011
AMCK Design Has a New Look
It's been a busy fall, but I've managed to update the design of my website just in time for the new year! As always, AMCK's focus is on building a solid web presence for all sorts of small businesses and artists as well as designing print projects of all kinds: brochures, posters, advertising, stationery and more. And, it all begins with a solid logo design. Don't hesitate to contact me to discuss your ideas or plan for a new website, print project, or an existing website that needs updating or a redesign.
December 23, 2011
Include Videos on Your Website
Recently, I set up a YouTube channel for posting client videos and have embedded the videos on their websites as well. Running videos on your website is a superb tool for grabbing the attention of your target audience—keep this in mind if you already have a website or are planning for one. Here is a website put together several months ago with a new video: www.futurehearingnow.com
December 23, 2011
If You Own a Website
Some miscellaneous websites that may be of interest:
Google Places (get your business on the map)
Google Insights (an easy way to research relevant and popular search terms)
Google AdWords (sign up for free for this pay per-click service)
AT&T Advertising Solutions (online Yellow Pages listing)
Link Popularity (see who has a link to your website)
Better Whois (check for available domain names)