Since I can remember, even as a child, I have made resolutions every single New Year. The upcoming year is a very special time to reflect on life, assess personal as well as business strategies and set new goals. Resolutions help me focus on where to invest my efforts, energy and precious time over the…
WEBSITE IMPROVEMENT TIPS FOR BETTER BUSINESS
Have you been wondering if your website is measuring up to your competitors? Your website is one of the most important components of a successful business brand. That being said, a poorly planned and carelessly designed website can hurt your image and business. One of the most important things to consistently ask yourself is whether…
2018 LIFE & BUSINESS RESOLUTIONS TO HELP YOU BLOOM BY SPRING
We are all presented with different unique circumstances and opportunities in life. Each and every one of us has our own individual purpose that cannot be compared to anyone else’s. Instead of comparing and complaining, why not take advantage of situations and challenges that come your way and turn them into something positive that helps…
9 STEPS TO TURN YOUR PASSION INTO A PROFITABLE BUSINESS
I’m in the business of building people’s dreams into a visible, tangible, and profitable reality through design and media. Creativity is my passion and I can honestly say that I get to do everything I’ve dreamed of doing and often more. While hard work is invaluable in the process, smart work is what gets you…
6 REASONS WHY GRAPHIC DESIGNERS MAKE AMAZING PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS
Photography is a common hobby for many graphic designers. As a visual communicator, photography plays an essential role in branding and communication. To take the perfect photo, it is imperative to understand its purpose and intended uses. Employers sometimes look for graphic designers with a photography background and vice versa. A person who is skilled…
MATERNITY PHOTOSHOOT: TARA & ALEX – NEWMARKET, ONTARIO
I am honored to have had the opportunity to photograph such a special time in the lives of Tara and Alex. This was such a fun and unique maternity session. It’s not very often you get to shoot such a beautiful couple blessed with twins of each gender! I really wanted to highlight this as…
HOW TO TELL WHEN YOUR LOGO NEEDS AN UPDATE
A logo is the most important graphic for any brand. Your logo paves the way for the rest of your design and marketing strategy, and has the power to make or break you. Your logo is a way others identify (with) you and your brand. It is a reflection of who you are as a…
CUSTOM-DESIGNED NURSERY PRINTS
Beautiful custom-designed nursery prints add style, personality and a personal touch to your baby’s nursery decor. Babies, toddlers, older children and adults alike, love having these special meaningful pictures on their walls. When my client gave birth to a baby boy, she wanted me to design inspirational prints for her son’s room. She had two quotes in mind: “Dream…
HOW TO CONNECT FILEZILLA FTP TO GODADDY
Different types of hosting accounts manage FTP information in different ways. Learn how to find your login information and connect to your website with an FTP by following the 6 steps below (with pictures). I will compare a GoDaddy Managed WordPress vs. Linux (shared) hosting accounts to illustrate this process and help you connect. STEP 1: LAUNCH…