Kevin C. Riley Illustration & Design - Custom Web Design, Graphics, Print, Logos & Illustration

New Web Host Testing

rileydesigns — Mon, 14 May 2012 04:20:14 +0000

I'm trying out a new web host:

Unfortunately, my old die hard host has died hard and it was time to move on. I can't say much about this new host yet but I will update this post after 1 week, 1 month, and 1 year for a progress report. There are 3 things that I need in a host:

1. Uptime, plain and simple! Just load my website when myself or others attempt to visit it.

2. Customer Support via phone, email, and chat!

3. Good control panel.

Web Hosting Hub has great support out of the gates and uses the control panel that I am used to, which includes fantastico one-click install of wordpress. I'm crossing my fingers on the uptime issue!

Fairfield Art Association

rileydesigns — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 16:37:54 +0000

Client: Fairfield Art Association
Job: Website Design

Design and launch of non-profit Fairfield Art Association website and content management system.

Launch FairfieldArtAssociation.org Website

The Challenge

Work within non-profit budget to create a very full featured WordPress website.

This website gives the FAA the ability to reach, promote, archive, organize, collect, and sell art and art related functions/classes.

Spiers Harmonicas Website Design

rileydesigns — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 16:07:48 +0000

Client: Spiers Harmonicas
Job: Website Design

Website to promote the world class harmonica customizer, Joe Spiers.

Launch SpiersHarmonicas.com

The Challenge

Create a site that sets itself aside from all other harmonica customizers

The project was close to heart! I have been lucky enough to have many of my harmonicas customized by Joe Spiers. What he delivers, is simply one of the best playing harmonicas you can find anywhere.

Espresso Makers & More Website Design

rileydesigns — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 06:32:12 +0000

Client: SEO Design Solutions
Job: Website Design
Tools: Adobe Photoshop

Website design to sell espresso makers and accessories. I was commissioned only for the design of the site. Implementation was handled by another developer.

The Challenge

Work within a tight budget to create something that could compete for search results

Website was and continues to be prosperous and profitable. Client will likely have altered content since launch.

Sometimes the answers are the bathroom wall itself

rileydesigns — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 17:22:10 +0000

Since the beginning of human experience, we have been seeing things our own way. Two cavemen looking at a cloud are likely going to see two different things when their minds eye tries to make sense of the abstract or “random” shapes. The trick as an artist (yes you are all artists!), is to act on shapes, colors, feelings, and ideas that get your attention. How you act is completely up to you. Today, the linoleum on a “random” bathroom wall was alive with interesting characters and I wanted to everyone else to see them too. This little guy to the left was one of my favorites.

I took a photo with my iphone and then modified it right then and there. Here is the progression of the image as I worked to extract my favorite little monster from the wall.

The original linoleum wall photo

After running through my camera+ app filter

Linoleum man is now front and center!

Black & Decker Flex Vac Website

rileydesigns — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 21:07:39 +0000

Client: Black & Decker
Job: Website Design

Website to promote the launch of Black & Decker’s new Flex Vac.

Launch Archived Flex Vac Website

The Challenge

Tie into DRTV campaign and promotions

This website was set to launch and support the DRTV campaign for this new product. The website was a huge success and won an award for it’s design. I also designed the flash banner on the home page of this site.

Lisco Brochure

rileydesigns — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 10:44:41 +0000

Client: Lisco
Job: Brochure Design
Tools: Illustrator, Photoshop, Original & Stock Photos

Brochure to promote the new LTDS internet service for Lisco

The Challenge

Shoot original photography to get needed look

Brochure was a success and helped Lisco quickly launch their services!

Prasad Gifts Website Design

rileydesigns — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 09:54:28 +0000

Client: Prasad Gifts
Job: Website Design

Website to promote the products and brand of Prasad Gifts. Great company, great incense!

The Challenge

Match the look and feel of the brand and product packaging

This site uses the zen-cart system to manage their extensive product offering. Client may have altered site since launch. Image is of site at time of launch.

Corporate Folder

rileydesigns — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 07:05:05 +0000

Client: Pericom Semiconductor
Job: Corporate Folder Design
Tools: Illustrator, Photoshop, Original Photography

Folder design for corporate and client communications. I shot original macro semiconductor photography for numerous projects with this client.

LOO Brochure & Bus Card

rileydesigns — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 06:13:59 +0000

Client: Let’s Order Online Inc.
Job: Brochure Design
Tools: Illustrator, Photoshop, Photography

This informational and promotional brochure and business card were designed to promote this new business providing online ordering to restaurants.