Author Archive

This is a really funny video parody of A&E’s Hoarders T.V. show. I’m not this bad…but I do keep lot’s of electronic data. I mean, it’s just storage, it’s so cheap…it can’t be the start of a condition…right?

Have you ever had that client that wants their logo to be the biggest, loudest element on the page? Ever have a client that found some “pretty pictures” they want slapped all over your nice, clean layout. Perhaps a client that thinks ever call to action should be a work of literature to rival War and Peace? Then this video is for you!

I find this video funny only due to the fact that it’s absolutely true. I watch this and I instantly think of so many conversations I’ve had over the years and it makes me laugh. I think my personal favorite part has to be the seal with the big sad eye’s towards the end. If you watch it, you’ll know what I mean. Once you watch it, I’m sure you”ll find you’re own favorite part!

Type and treatment is so very important to successful web design, and yet is often overlooked. The style of your text is every bit as important, if not more so, than what you are saying. Proper and imaginative styles tell a story just as the words do, and helps the reader create a subliminal impression before they read a single word. It’s not just about what you say, but also how you say it. Your style doesn’t have to overly dramatic to make a point. Often times simple changes and additions make the biggest impact. Check out the link below to see some great examples. Lately, I have become a big fan of the “hand-drawn” or “handwritten” effect. You can check that one out at number 5.

101 Examples of Text Treatments on the Web

Paper…a dead medium? I disagree. I love the well designed integration of paper in a web-site layout. It merges a traditional feel in a new way that helps users instantly connect. Some of the best designs can be achieved by combining old and new in a way that is unexpected, but visually pleasing. Check out this compilation of 30 sites which have done managed to do it right. I also love the way many of these sites present images in a mock “Polaroid” style.

30 Creative Examples of Using Paper in Web Designs

I am a fan of great photography, and I am amazed at how Photoshop can help you manipulate and change your photo’s in order to achieve results you never could with a lens alone. What makes these photographs all the more brilliant is the fact that they have not been “Photoshopped”. The images and actions captured in these images are all real as real can be. It makes you appreciate patience, an eye for the original, and also being in the right place at the right time.

21 Brilliant Photos That Look Like They’re Photoshopped But Are Not

Part one was funny, but part two is just as good….Superman is headed on vacation and it’s up to Batman to watch the city.

Looking for a bit of creative inspiration? “Logo of the day” is a site that promotes excellence in logo design by awarding a new logo of the day status from submissions by the international community. This is a great sign for browsing, or for re-juicing your creative mojo. I have a couple personal favorites on there already. I would recommend checking out “Tiny Mouse Design” and “Cream”. “Horror Films” is also pretty ingeniously simply brilliant. Make sure to check it out and let me know if you find any favorites too!

Click here for Logo of the day

Here is a great collection of 50 stunning and beautiful photographs. These pictures range from the adorable, to stunning and breathtaking images. Any fan of photography should check them out. In fact, you don’t have to be a fan of photography, just a fan of really cool things.

Click here for 50 Stunning and Beautiful Photographs

Welcome to the official launch of Sirius Thought. I’m really glad you stopped by. Please make sure to browse my portfolio, read and comment on my blog page, find out more about me, view my resume if so inclined, and say hi. Feel free to leave any comment or suggestions you have. I will be updating my site with lots of great content, ranging from my work, to interesting and funny things I find on the Internet. Make sure to subscribe to my RSS feed, or via email to stay up to date. I look forward hearing back from you!

I’m a big Superman fan, so I think this one’s great!