I nearly forgot to carry out my las blog for the assignment! Well all I can say is "Thank God we're done!!". Well our webpage is finally done, mainly down to the patience of Karen and her brains too!! So it didn't go to plan and there was a few major hiccups but its all finito!
We managed to link all out photos after creating a smaller version off them and added them to the page successfully. The animation (logo) managed to slip out a few times but we got it all back up and going again.
The end webpage is actually class, and I'm really proud of it so I hope everyone who views it enjoys it. We didn't get the zoomify to work but really, who needs a zoomify??? hint hint peter!!
Anyway, cant say I'm sad this is all done, the stress last week was not healthy but for now folks... Adios!!!
Monday, December 7, 2009
Monday, November 30, 2009
Since last week Karen and I DID attend class so we got a good bit more work done! We have managed to create our buttons on our main page so you can almost say we've finalised our final "Fashion in the Recession" topics. Not that I'm biased or anything but I have to admit it is looking rather well!
On friday we saved our animated gif as an internet page so we're now one step closer to saying adios to all this Photoshop! From now on we are going to be working in Dreamweaver for the editing.
oh yes, I almost for got that our logo has indeed been decided and created! It's a si,ple but elligant looking text logo. I think it looks really well with the oage and with the effects we added to it, it works a treat!
I think thats all the updates for today... I'll update you on our progress in Dreamweaver soon!
Gotta go submit the link to my blog page, forgot all about that bit... oopps, sorry Peter!
On friday we saved our animated gif as an internet page so we're now one step closer to saying adios to all this Photoshop! From now on we are going to be working in Dreamweaver for the editing.
oh yes, I almost for got that our logo has indeed been decided and created! It's a si,ple but elligant looking text logo. I think it looks really well with the oage and with the effects we added to it, it works a treat!
I think thats all the updates for today... I'll update you on our progress in Dreamweaver soon!
Gotta go submit the link to my blog page, forgot all about that bit... oopps, sorry Peter!
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Dust off your wardrobe
Karen and I are doing a webpage that revolves around fashion. We wanted to create text using a lipstick like one we saw on an ad for Off the Rails on the RTE website but it was too difficult so we scrapped the idea. Instead we are "dusting" a mirror to reveal our text on the main page. We havnt decided if the animation will continue onto the other pages yet. We created the mirror using the custom shape tool. We are using a sponge effect in the background to create a suede like feel to the page to tie in with our fashion theme. We tried to use a pattern like this one
but then we would have to tile it and it didnt look right.
We want our buttons to appear down the left side of the page. The buttons will be shaped like price tags using the pen tool. They will have a pink string attached to compliment the pink text on the mirror. The buttons will represent items such as accessories, shoes, skirts, dresses and tops. It will also have a contact us section. The accessories section of the page will include a zoom option to allow the user to look at the details more clearly.
Our logo will appear in the top left corner of all the pages and will link back to the home page when clicked. Our banner across the top of the page may also have some animation to it.
but then we would have to tile it and it didnt look right.
We want our buttons to appear down the left side of the page. The buttons will be shaped like price tags using the pen tool. They will have a pink string attached to compliment the pink text on the mirror. The buttons will represent items such as accessories, shoes, skirts, dresses and tops. It will also have a contact us section. The accessories section of the page will include a zoom option to allow the user to look at the details more clearly.
Our logo will appear in the top left corner of all the pages and will link back to the home page when clicked. Our banner across the top of the page may also have some animation to it.
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
How to Make your Company Number 1
As everyone knows, the majority of people use the Internet in order to do any research or find out information. Based on this, what business would not want theirs to be number one on the google list, or as close to it as possible?? Cue Search Engine Marketing (SEM), or more importantly, Search Engine Optimisation (SEO).
With Search Engine Optimisation, there are a few basic facts needed to ensure you get number 1. You need to:
1. Identify Target Key phrases
2. Include key phrases in the page
3. Get links to the site
By identifying the key phrases that you think potential customers will type in the search engine, you can use these to your advantage. Include them once the title page, once in a heading on the page, once in regular text on the page and once again on the page. Then try to get links to your site, however to as many pages as possible not just your homepage, preferably from reputable sites with similar themes to yours.
The above I feel, is the key to making your business, (big or small) known to the world. Based on the above information, it really isn't as hard as many would think. Do you have to be Einstein? No! And based on the outcomes, higher sales or sign ups, more clicks from potential customers and saving money on other advertisement that now may not be needed!
By using this organic listing option, the company can be expected to have their site at least scanned if not studies by approximately 80% of all viewers, which would do any business wonders!
So, in my opinion, SEO is the way go!
With Search Engine Optimisation, there are a few basic facts needed to ensure you get number 1. You need to:
1. Identify Target Key phrases
2. Include key phrases in the page
3. Get links to the site
By identifying the key phrases that you think potential customers will type in the search engine, you can use these to your advantage. Include them once the title page, once in a heading on the page, once in regular text on the page and once again on the page. Then try to get links to your site, however to as many pages as possible not just your homepage, preferably from reputable sites with similar themes to yours.
The above I feel, is the key to making your business, (big or small) known to the world. Based on the above information, it really isn't as hard as many would think. Do you have to be Einstein? No! And based on the outcomes, higher sales or sign ups, more clicks from potential customers and saving money on other advertisement that now may not be needed!
By using this organic listing option, the company can be expected to have their site at least scanned if not studies by approximately 80% of all viewers, which would do any business wonders!
So, in my opinion, SEO is the way go!
Virtual Communities- Basically a big family online!!
As per the definition given to us by the reputable Mr. Colin Cooney, a virtual community is a gathering place for people and businesses that do not have a physical existence. They exist on the Internet in various forms... Basically, it is a group of people interacting in the internet using loads of different forms like e-mail, chat rooms, social networking sites etc.
My view on them?? I LOVE THEM! They enable you to get in contact with people all over the world, you're not tied down to one area. You can express your views on certain things, find out information and just basically have a good time.
Many people would deny ever being part of a virtual community yet if they use the internet often it is unlikely that this is true. Whether they have avioded being contaminated with the hight contagous bug that is the Social Networking Sites Syndrome, they may have blogged about their favoutite product, read other blogs or even wrote about an experinece in a forum, for others to read. So my answer to those in denial about this, Welcome to the World of Virtual Communities!
By writing this blog I am part of a virtual community and you too for reading it. Although it is largely used for socialising, Virtual Communities on the Interent can be used for educational purposes (Web 2.0. Wiki's and Podcasts) and also in business by having a forum to announce any important information or using brand communities to promote their brand.
If it is not clear from this blog, Virtual Communities are the way up and should be backed all the way. As I have given probably quite a confusing and scattered version of Virtual Communities, feel free to visit notes given by some who knows more about this, Mr. Colin Cooney. Click here
My view on them?? I LOVE THEM! They enable you to get in contact with people all over the world, you're not tied down to one area. You can express your views on certain things, find out information and just basically have a good time.
Many people would deny ever being part of a virtual community yet if they use the internet often it is unlikely that this is true. Whether they have avioded being contaminated with the hight contagous bug that is the Social Networking Sites Syndrome, they may have blogged about their favoutite product, read other blogs or even wrote about an experinece in a forum, for others to read. So my answer to those in denial about this, Welcome to the World of Virtual Communities!
By writing this blog I am part of a virtual community and you too for reading it. Although it is largely used for socialising, Virtual Communities on the Interent can be used for educational purposes (Web 2.0. Wiki's and Podcasts) and also in business by having a forum to announce any important information or using brand communities to promote their brand.
If it is not clear from this blog, Virtual Communities are the way up and should be backed all the way. As I have given probably quite a confusing and scattered version of Virtual Communities, feel free to visit notes given by some who knows more about this, Mr. Colin Cooney. Click here
The Online Sex Industry Sarah Quinn Style
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News Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Sarah Quinn,
Quinn PR,
Balsbridge,
Dublin 4.
Contact: 086 1234567
Email: squin@quinnpr.ie
19th Novenber 2008
RAY DARTLEY HELPS LAUNCH
POSITIVE AGE WEEK
Popular Irish DJ Ray Darley helped launch Positive Age Week for Age Action Ireland at a small tea-party in the Merrion Hotel yesterday (18.11.2008)
Positive Age Week, which runs from Monday 8th - Sunday 15th December 2008, was launched by Age Action Ireland to dispel many negative perceptions that surround ageing and to transform attitudes. It will also provide an opportunity to raise much needed funds for the charity.
During this week people are encouraged to organise parties that celebrate the elderly. They can be anything from a small family gathering to a street party.
Its deputy chief executive Lorraine Dorgan said, "We need to celebrate the fact that we are living longer; that ageing is not a burden but an opportunity. I would like to encourage as many people as possible around the country to take part in Positive Age Week."
Age Action Ireland is the main national independent organisation on ageing and older people. Its main aim is to improve the quality of life for older people.
To register as a fundraiser for Positive Age Week, contact Lorraine Dorgan on 01 2345678 or visit www.ageaction.ie. A nominated fund raiser at each party will accept donations from those attending.
Sarah Quinn
Contact: 086 1234567
Email: squin08@quinnpr.ie
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Caption of launch included at Merrion Hotel included. Pictured is Ray Dartley with Maeve Reilly, John Murphy and Mary O'Keeffe
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