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What
level of education or special instruction have you received for creating websites?
I am self-taught
and still learning. I use FrontPage 2003 and Dreamweaver. I admit I know very
little about writing html code from scratch, CSS, Coldfusion, PHP, CGI and all
those other web design techno-geek terms and programs. The sites I have already
created speak for themselves with the knowledge and experience I do have. I like
to create sites for each individual, without using dull templates that you find
on so many other impersonal sites.
Why do other
designers charge so much if creating a site can be as affordable as you say?
There are several
reasons for this. The first are the capabilities of large design firms which have
many employees, the cost of overhead for their office, plus the additional knowledge
and experience they have in creating a flashy site for top dollar. I try to keep
my sites simple, basic, easy to load and navigate, but offer some of the special
features such as MP3 music sound clips that can fade in and out, or be customized,
that other designers charge high fees to offer you. Larger design companies work
Monday through Friday 9-5. I work at my own set hours, whether they be on a weekend,
a holiday or during the middle of the night.
If you create
a sample site for me and I like it, what's the next step?
I will register
your domain name, create your site and have it up and running for you to view.
At that time you will receive a bill for $395. From that point on, further
on your site, making changes or adding pages, is an hourly rate of $35 will take
effect. You will be kept up to date on the amount of time spent on your site.
Arrangements can be made as to how you wish to receive your statement. Some clients
choose to pay after three or four hours of work has been completed. Others may
pay at the completion of their site. I accept checks and online payments through
PayPal. I
want to be able to sell things from my site. Can you handle that?
Yes, I can
set your site up with a shopping cart and PayPal capabilities. The orders along
with the payment would be sent directly to you for processing. You have full control
of all payments and ordering, and the information for orders from your site does
not reach me. What
if I like other sites you created and want something similar, but without copying
another site? Let
me know a few basics things about what you like, what you want to achieve with
your main page, and we can start with something as simple as a color scheme. I
can use your photos or sample photos I have to use as an example, and base it
on one of the sites you like. It will be different enough that it won't be a duplicate
of another site. Can
I have an email address that goes through my site and not my personal email?
Yes, you will
be allowed several email names, such as info@yourdomain.com.
Can
I work with you on each page to come up with different designs I like?
I prefer to
maintain a consistent theme within the site, and to work with my own ideas and
creativity based on what you express your site should convey to the viewer, and
for you. If you need to have very specific input on such details as font type,
size and placement, or several background ideas for each page, or other design
ideas, then you will be more satisfied finding someone who will work under your
guidance and instruction. My satisfaction comes from building a site for you based
on my creativity as a designer, and knowing you are pleased with the final outcome.
I want to be proud to attach my name at the bottom of your site as the design,
just as you will be proud to claim the site as your domain on the web.
Where
exactly is Pier 27? Pier
27 is that wonderful inner place of retreat, rejuvenation, relaxation and re-grouping,
where anyone can visit without making a reservation or spending any money. It
is that solitary island without over-population of tourists, where you can dock
your boat and you're welcome aboard anyone else's vessel as well. It is the vision
in your mind where the sea mist fills your senses, the sun's rays provide inner
warmth to your heart and soul, the food and drinks are free, the dancing is joyous
and the music never ends. It is where people show no fear of conversation or friendly
smiles. Pier 27 is where everyone should spend a few hours, several days, or luckily
an eternity enjoying. Everyone is welcome with open arms at Pier 27. | 
