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Website design - Ringwood, Croydon area : go local!

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For many reasons it is great to have a website designed by a local website designer. It really is a win-win situation. With web design most things can be handled remotely. Having said that though, sometimes it is just easier to sit down and talk.

Perhaps it is a question of getting a colour just right. By sitting down with a web designer colours can be minutely adjusted, compared and choices made on the spot.

Or perhaps it is a question of getting a sign up, or check out, sequence just right. Sequential things like this cannot be easily demonstrated with static screen shots. Far better to sit down with a web designer who has access to the site in development mode to walk through the options. Some changes can even be made and viewed on the spot.

And then there is the issue of networking and associated services. Perhaps as well as needing a web designer you are also looking for someone to design a new logo for use in print media as well as the web. Or maybe you have an excellent business you would like to move online but realise that the services of a professional copywriter / editor are required to maximise the impact. Or marketing services - who doesn’t need those?

It is not uncommon for a website designer to have contacts, some who will be local, in all these allied areas. I certainly do, and my clients appreciate the trust factor that always accompanies a personal referral.

If you live in any of the following surburbs of Melbourne (Victoria), congratulations: you’re local!

  • Boronia
  • Bayswater
  • Chirnside Park
  • Croydon
  • Knox region
  • Lilydale
  • Mooroolbark
  • Ringwood
  • Wantirna
  • Wonga Park
  • The Dandenongs

If you live in nearby areas such as these I would be only too happy to meet in person with you to discuss you website needs. Preferably over a coffee!

What is RSS?

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The answer: Really Simple Syndication.

Isn’t it amazing how you can give a precise definition that conveys no understanding whatsoever! Try this short video from Common Craft for the plain English explanation.

What is Podcasting?

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Podcasting? It sounds like something you feed to trout at the end on a line doesn’t it. If you are a bit shaky about what podcasting really is take a few moments to view this short video from CommonCraft.

What is Social Networking?

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This is a general video that clearly explains the concept of Social Networking. Once again, thanks to CommonCraft.

What is Social Bookmarking?

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This is a great explanation of the Internet phenomenon known as Social Bookmarking from CommonCraft. This one demonstrates how a Social Bookmarking site such as www.delicious.com can be used to help manage all of your bookmarks in a way that makes sense to you.