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Web Designer/Model Millay is showing off her pierced tongue and ears. She told me she is planning to work on her whole Ear to be made by Metal, and become closer to a Cyborg.
Argiope aurantia
The spider species Argiope aurantia is commonly known as the black and yellow garden spider, writing spider, or corn spider. It is common to the contiguous United States, Hawaii, southern Canada, Mexico, and Central America.
Extremely tiny orb-weaver spider in our lantana wrapping up a tiny ant to add to its ant collection. It's hard to explain just how tiny this is. Maybe 1/32" or 1 mm wide. Smallest one I have ever seen in our lantana. Didn't even think it was a spider when I first saw it. Even the tiny ants it was wrapping up were larger than it. I'm guessing some type of orb weaver. Any ID help appreciated. Sorry for so many of the same thing and also if you don't like spiders. :) Was hoping a butterfly would stop by but no luck so took a lot of the spider and foliage, all handheld.
The first crop of Jeremy Keith's HTML5 For Web Designers from A Book Apart has arrived! Copies are shipping out on Friday. It looks and feels lovely.
"Spiders, the original web designers that were the first to make a living working from home" ~Tomitheos
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Explore #177 August 20, 2011
Day 88.
Such a cold start to the day. But the sort of weather I love and when you get to see sights like this it makes having to scrape the ice off the windows worthwhile.
I also love the abstract nature of these webs and water drops.
A Giant Wood Spider (Nephila maculata) found busy in its webbing network making under a great sun. The backdrop bokeh made that image a special to me!! Pics was taken from Manas National Park, Assam, India.
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Backyard delights - do you see the little web within a big web?
Just finished another memory card with my backyard shots and I'm sharing some of them with you. I'll be out today enjoying the weather. After all summer is slowly ending and I'd better soak up all the sun :D
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I am shooting with Canon 6D and Tamron SP 24-70mm Di VC USD, Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L USM, Canon 85mm f/1.8 USM, and Canon 50mm f/1.4 USM lenses. I am a web designer in Ottawa.
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The ebook edition of CSS3 for Web Designers has an added bonus, videos instead of images (where applicable).
Sorry, iBooks is the only reader to support videos at the moment, so these will only be seen if you're reading on an iPod/iPhone/iPad.
Contemporary influences on design made in 2003....
Relationships between key elements
Design Process is the term used to encompass the critically important areas of Information and Interaction design that occurs in designing websites and other digital media. Our customer, the user, interacts with the page and should be informed in the most logical and accessible way. Information design is about how the information we present is ordered and how we structure that online. Interaction design deals with how users engage with what they see and how they work with a site to fulfil a specific task.
Attached to this major influence are the two disciplines of website Usability and Accessibility. These two factors shape much of what we produce as web designers. If a site cannot be used easily it instantly fails; users will be lost and profitability is affected. Therefore, the elements related to usability are Search Engine Optimisation to enable users to find the site easily, browser usage so we can design to popular types of browser and usability testing with user groups to ensure that the site is usable in a real world context. Site traffic statistics enable us to see what works with our users – what is a success and what can generate profit. The W3C gives us an idea of best practice so we can follow guidelines that are accepted globally as good web design practice. These thoughts are also backed up by the writings of experts such as Jakob Nielsen.
Semantics, the study of linguistic meaning, is an important element for the user to be able to identify areas of personal importance. Personalisation is a term used for websites specifically built for each individual user by utilising specific technology such as RSS. This allows users to tailor the content of a site to their specification. A Wiki is a site that is constantly evolving due to user’s inputs.
Accessibility is not only about users being able to access the page through their browser but also enabling those with visual impairments to see the site through screen readers or large font faces on the page. This is a now a part of Government Legislation as sites offering a public service must not exclude users with disabilities. Users with colour blindness must also be catered for in terms of high contrast page or logo designs.
Design delivery is the method in which we deliver content to our end user. Faster connections and improved hardware performance has enabled us to deliver broadcast quality content, through Web TV and Podcasting. We are able to offer a richer array of media for our user base. This is coupled with more traditional e marketing such as banners and emails. Email has also allowed the spread of the viral campaign. This enables us to give marketing and sales new ways of capturing leads.
This improved state of technology, typified by Wireless Connectivity, provides improved conditions for Profitability. This is the final core influence on the design practice. All our design has to be executed in the most cost-effective way possible. The company is publicly owned, and we operate in an atmosphere of profit and loss; therefore all designs must have a genuine ROI. Experimental work cannot be done unless profit is guaranteed. With the strong link to design delivery, cost invariably has the biggest influence on the type of design we offer our client. Aside from the five core influences there are also four other important areas on the sociological/cultural part of the map. The first is Market Research, which is the use of demographics and proprietary documents to formulate an exact plan for executing a campaign or designing a particular type of site. Without research we would not be sure of what we produced would even be needed by a user group. The connection to Usability is obvious but there is also a connection to Brand Identity. Through research the user’s opinion of the brand is brought to light and this is taken through to experience design, the art of lending a tone to the interaction users experience online.
Design Trends are extremely important in online design especially games design because of the GUI (graphical user interfaces) seen in this area. Film, art, movies and most contemporary visual stimuli feature as an influence but from my personal perspective their influence is transient, forever shifting and never permanent in terms of longevity. However, animation does have a greater influence on the web, its use in advertising is seen daily with more users having faster connections. Technology itself is an influence and the hardware stated above does have an impact on our lives.
Market forces and Established Online Companies have a tremendous influence over our websites due to successful business models and applied learning that major companies have demonstrated. Google’s user interface is held up as an example of how a good search model should work. Whilst Amazon is known as the best online buying model, knowing its customers down to their taste in music and film. The cost–shift to users is also an important notion, reducing companies operating costs by centralising logistics operations and having virtual stores. By enabling users to order online, stores such as Waitrose have helped reduce pollution by saving customer’s car journeys. The increase in those working from home also has had the same results. The thought that the internet is eco-friendly has to be balanced with the fact that it does use electricity.
Corporate Responsibility influences design. By having a strong ethical stance concerning Accessibility, for example, the company will enforce a proactive measure to enforce this within our designs. In turn the shareholders feel drawn to companies that care about the environment, who operate in a sustainable way and are aware of social issues. They are more likely to invest in a company with a CSR program. (Alistair Darling London Radio 27/11/05) This is linked to profitability, which links to the five core areas within my design practice.
Bibliography
Pod castingApple Digital Exchange, URL:http://edmarketing.apple.com/adcinstitute/wp-content/Missouri_Podcasting_White_Paper.pdf [14th November]
Web TVICIS Chemical News, URL:http://www.icis.com/tv/tv.aspx [30th September]
Interaction DesignThe Design Council, URL:http://www.designcouncil.info/webdav/harmonise?Page/@id=6043&Session/@id=D_ny3Ag7Lm5V68IIcchL39&Section/@id=1305 [21st November]
Interaction DesignThe Design Council, URL:http://www.designcouncil.info/webdav/harmonise?Page/@id=6043&Session/@id=D_ny3Ag7Lm5V68IIcchL39&Section/@id=1345[21st November]
Useit.comJakob Nielsen Usability expert, URL:http://www.useit.com/ [30th November]
World Wide Web ConsortiumW3C website – international web standards, URL:http://www.w3.org/ [10th September]
Web Semantics JournalWhite paper discussion forum, URL:http://www.websemanticsjournal.org/ps/pub/showDoc.Fulltext/document.pdf?lang=en&doc=2004-5&format=pdf&compression=[16th November]
Web Design Blog/Forum A List Apart, URL:http://www.alistapart.com/ [18th September]
Experience DesignThe Design Council, URL:http://www.designcouncil.info/webdav/harmonise?Page/@id=6043&Session/@id=D_ny3Ag7Lm5V68IIcchL39&Section/@id=1551[24th September]
Proprietary Research DocumentsZDNet, URL: whitepapers.zdnet.com/ [11th November]
Apple G5Article on the dawn of a new age for computer users, URL:http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/technology/3613790.stm [24th November]
iPodArticle on the explosion of the iPod phenomenon, URL:http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/business/4332680.stm [10th October]
Mobile PhonesArticle about the increased sales worldwide of mobile phones, URL:http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/business/4459278.stm [24th November]
BlackberryArticle on the Blackberry mobile email device and its rise in popularity, URL:http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/business/4529153.stm [10th October]
PersonalisationWhite paper about the possible information structure for a personalised site, URL:http://argus-acia.com/white_papers/personalization.pdf [29th November]
RSSReally Simple Syndication explained, URL:http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/help/rss/ [30th November]
WikiExplanation of the meaning from Wikipedia.com, URL:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wiki [30th November]
Colour BlindnessTool for designers to check for colour deficiency in their users, URL:http://colorlab.wickline.org/colorblind/colorlab/ [25th November]
Inclusive DesignThe Design Council white paper, URL:http://www.designcouncil.info/webdav/harmonise?Page/@id=6043&Session/@id=D_ny3Ag7Lm5V68IIcchL39&Section/@id=1286 [25th November]
Browser UsageStatistics showing latest figures of usage online, URL:http://www.w3schools.com/browsers/browsers_stats.asp [19th September]
Search Engine OptimisationWhite paper on marketing of website through search engines, URL:http://www.weboptimiser.com/resources/Searchisbrand280605.pdf [28th October]
Design for Disability Act Government legislation covering the acthttp://www.opsi.gov.uk/acts/acts2005/20050013.htm [16th November]
Corporate Responsibility Business ethics from Reed Elsevierhttp://www.opsi.gov.uk/acts/acts2005/20050013.htm [28th November]
SustainabilityDTI’s website outlines this part of CSR, URL: www.dti.gov.uk/sustainability/[28th November]
Corporate ResponsibilityReed Elsevier outlines it Green promise, URL:http://www.reedelsevier.com/media/word/a/j/Environmental%20Management%20System%20online%20version.pdf [ 28th November]
Corporate ResponsibilityReed Elsevier shows the effects of CSR on its market place, URL: www.reed-elsevier.com/media/pdf/m/q/MarketPlace.pdf [28th November]
Also a radio programme on CSR with Alistair Darling, London FM, [21st November]
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I hope everyone has been doing well. The end of last year, and the beginning of this new one, have seen me quite busy in getting this little photography "hobby" off of the ground. I've been working quite hard with an amazing young web designer to develop a really unique site to feature my shots. It's something that I have struggled with doing for quite some time, but I have that feeling of confidence that now is the right time. It's amazing when you know that the Universe is moving all of the pieces in the proper place to make what you truly dream of doing (and being) sparkle with life. I've also saved enough to upgrade my gear recently, and I promise to post some shots soon using the new baby. Until then, take very good care of yourselves. I think of you all quite often, and I look forward to sharing what comes next.
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Fun Facts:
The male's web has a distinct signature style zig-zag of white silk vertically from the center.
They live in fields and gardens and can be found on shrubs, tall plants, and flowers.
The web is an orb round circular shape that spirals out from the center.
The 'silk' of a spider is stronger than steel threads of the same diameter.
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Dominion Arboretum in Ottawa.
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I am shooting with Canon 6D and Tamron SP 24-70mm Di VC USD, Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L USM, Canon 24-105mm f/4L IS USM, Canon 85mm f/1.8 USM, and Canon 50mm f/1.4 USM lenses.
Mauro Marchetti is...a vintage doll customizer who began the art of customizing about 7 years ago. He lives and works as a free-lance graphic and web designer and has been collecting the vintage Barbie® doll and family since the end of 1993.
His inspiration was Mikelman whose dolls he discovered in several 1992 back issues of Barbie Bazaar© magazine. "The look of those dolls were so 'Vintage Mattel', exclaims Mauro. This is what he used to call the modern dolls which capture the feel of the early Mattel-produced vintage dolls. These early dolls were made in Japan during the golden years of 1959 thru 1971. Mauro tries to recreate this same look on vintage dolls found in bad condition. When he first started, the nostalgic repro dolls weren't yet available, but the "bargain basement" dolls, luckily, were more affordable and easy to find.
Mauro has several other items of inspiration. Many derive from the vintage dolls and accompanying fashions. "I love the great details of the fashions and accessories used with both the Classic and Mod dolls." tells Mauro. He is also inspired by characters from movies or fairy tales. Such inspired fairy tales are Alice in Wonderland©, Peter Pan©, Little Red Riding Hood© and Jessica Rabbit®.
When asked, "What type of a background do you have that may have added to your skill as a customizer?" Mauro answered, "Well, I must confess I never studied fashion or other disciplines involving fashion, beauty or the like."
Besides working as a graphic designer, Mauro also has a few hobbies including model building, miniatures and dollhouses. Another talent of our fine artist is making accessories using polymer clays, cast resins or other materials.
One of the many projects in progress include miniature dolls with some boxes of fashions. These fashions will compliment a junior doll on Christmas morning, probably for Tutti® or Kelly®.
I had to ask Mauro one of my favorite questions, "What is your favorite and least favorite part of the customizing process?" Mauro begins, "My favorite part is actually the project itself; finding the right fabric and accessories. Then, when everything is done, assembling the doll and looking at the result." He adds, "While the least favorite is the re-rooting process. That could take lots of hours of work." His most favorite moment is when he looks at the finished doll and knows she is just what he wanted her to be and thereafter he sends one to someone and they return the greatest of compliments.
Mauro's favorite dolls are the ones bearing a vintage head mold with bendable legged bodies. The nostalgic American Girl® repros are an all time favorite. "I like modern bodies with Shani® arms and closed mouths." Fabrics used are chosen to compliment each particular project. Mauro doesn't have a specific style. He likes mostly vintage daywear and also mod outfits. "I don't really like those elaborate ballgowns, too much embroidery and beads", Mauro protests.
Doll shows are an intricate part of Mauro's doll distribution. In the past, dolls were sold at shows in Italy, Germany or France. Now, he started his selling at online auctions. Mauro has been a member of the CustomDolls list at yahoogroups since March 1999. "The best part about belonging to the group is the ability to meet lots of people from all over the world with the same interests, lots of tips and information to share with each other." He also belongs to a Barbie® Collectors' club in Italy founded by many people including Mauro.
What would Mauro like to see in the future of customizing fashion dolls? Well lets just ask. "I would like to see Mattel start to sell a DIY (design it yourself) doll. Imagine this: A blank box that one could customize. Inside the box is a nostalgic American Girl® repro or a nostalgic TnT® repro with the correct length arms." Mauro continues, "The doll would have a blank face and a head without rooted hair or hair holes. Every customizer could buy LOTS of these dolls at a very affordable price and can paint the faces, root the hair and design the costumes."
To see more of Mauro's dolls on his website, click here: web.tiscali.it/meandmydolls/
Email Mauro at memyd@tin.it
Interview found online here: