Tuesday, November 30, 2010

WEbsite: Kara Kasper

http://www.converse.com/

The site I really liked was the Converse website. I do really like converse, but that wasn't why I picked it. I have never actually been to this site before, but converse tends to have some fun, crazy designs often so I thought I would check it out, and I ended up really liking it.

The first thing I noticed, that really captures your attention is all the movement. Everything has this sort of animation and I find it fun and entertaining. Then the bright attention getter colors really appeal to me. I also really like the Christmas/winter theme, because I love Christmas of course! Another thing that I really enjoy about the site is that there are a lot of ways to get to things and lots of over all options keeping me interested. The whole style of the site appeals to me.

I really think this a fun site with the movement and options. I also think the site is very attractive with lots of pictures, bright colors and a neat style.

Monday, November 29, 2010

Website Blog Minnesota

http://www.boohbah.com/zone.html

You'll have fun with this one, I know it. It's a toddler's site for a rather odd show called Boobah, and therefore has no words or real sense about it. But it has pretty colors, fun noises and randomness galore.

It's design is universal, and anyone who can move a mouse can enjoy it. What I like best is that since it has no words or direction, it creates a sense of wonder and curiosity in every person. There is no instruction, no guidance, no hint to what will happen next. You forget that you're on a site designed to stimulate a young mind, because your mind is enthralled and captivated by it just as easily.

It's a really silly site, but really interesting in it's creation because it's so basic, but with so many things to click on, it's also very complex. Sometimes the best designs are the ones made for young, uncorrupted minds. And, the best part is that there are no ads!

Niko Alexander Portrait Print


Sunday, November 28, 2010

Kara Kasper- Landscape/Portrait Print Project



"The Advanced Being"

Jordan James Photography

We were instructed to post a link to a website that we liked the design and functionality of.  I've picked the website of a high school friend of mine, who was a student at MCAD in Minneapolis.

Mostly, the design is what attracts me to this website the most, not overly complicated but still sort of sleek looking, while employing flash in a pretty favorable way.

As far as functionality, I think it does a great job of showcasing Jordan's photography by having a gallery section, as well as giving the visitor background information in the info and blog sections.  The attractiveness of the website also serves the function of the website by sort of drawing you in I think, making you want to continue the experience of viewing his art.

www.jordanjamesphotography.com

Leaves - Landscape Print Project