Intermediate Web Design: Research

Through research I discovered the idea of creating a site to help users create recipes might be too large for or class. In addition, there might be a big learning curve for us in creating the data base as it might surpass our team's overall skills. I have thought of different approaches and refined the idea.

Concepts:

1. A site that caters for garlic/or something specific (example:mushroom) recipes. Users can search through a library of (garlic) recipes, upload their own recipes. In addition, they can upload video and pictures of their dish. There can also me a "My Creation" section where users can upload unique recipes that they personally created.

2. A site that caters for unique personally created recipes. Users can upload recipes, photos and videos tutorial on their unique dish.These recipes are none traditional and breaks out of the norm. In addition, users can vote and comment on the taste of each dish.

3. A site for healthy eating. User friendly, where navigation categories may include: (Low Fat, Low Carb, Atkin, Vegan, etc. Users can upload healthy recipes, photos, and video tutorial. In addition, it can also allow users to place comments on recipes.

-Research links -

http://www.seriouseats.com/

- categorized by most popular an featured recipes.

-offer other topics ( Eating Out, Column, Shop, Video)

- offers video but not that user friendly

http://www.seriouseats.com/2011/04/10-things-to-do-with-peeps.html

- a link to a funny unique approaches to eating peep.

http://showmethecurry.com/

- great site specifically caters for the curry enthusiast.

- offers really good tutorial and site is easy to navigate

http://www.foodnetwork.com/

- navigation is large and difficult to find what you are look for.

- great videos

http://www.eatingwell.com/

- magazine style layout site

- complicated for you to look for something specific

http://www.cookinglight.com/

- has recipes for healthy cooking

-teaches users how to eat healthy

-magazine style layout site

note: if you are interested in seeing the progress of this idea please visit.

shinyoconcepts.com

Intermediate Web Design: Content Editor

Team Role: Content Editor

As the content editor it is my duty to insure the quality of all written content within the site. I will be responsible for the tone of the site. I will create the copy for the site content. My duty is to create a voice for the website that will immerse the audience and direct them to the message we are trying to convey. It is my job to make sure this message is clear and concise. My goal is to insure that the identity and idea is clear and consistent.

In addition, I will also me involved with the planing for SEO. My efforts will be based on careful, consistent use of keyword language and heading markup. My goal is to make the site as search-friendly as possible.A challenge I might expect with this role is creating a clear and consistent content. Also, another challenge could be to be the creative aspect of the copy.

Reading from Web Style Guide 3rd Edition:

Content Inventory

Building an inventory or database of existing and needed content will force you to take a hard look at your existing content resources and to make a detailed outline of your needs. Once you know where you are short on content you can concentrate on those deficits and avoid wasting time on areas with existing resources that are ready to use. A clear grasp of your needs will also help you develop a realistic schedule and budget.

Shinyo Concepts Logo Design

This is a logo design for my identity as a designer. The logo also is made of initials. My idea was to create a contemporary designed logo. I utilized shapes and line to create imagery.

New Portfolio Site: Shinyo Concepts

Here is a quick mock up of my new portfolio site. It will utilize JQuery to showcase portfolio examples upon mouse hover. Upon mouse hover on each option will slide in the thumbnails of portfolio works through JQuery. As the mouse rest on each option will trigger a fade in and out of each portfolio works. There are only three options in my navigation. Home, Contact and Blog. The Home is where my portfolio work will be showcased. Contact will include information about me and my passion. In addition, it will include contact information for any one who would like contact me. Lastly, the blog will direct the users to my blog site. Which will include my blog about my interest and passion for design.