Author Archives: Joe

About Joe

Joe is the founder of RedIceDesigns.com and resides in the Washington D.C. metro area. He's a huge Washington Redskins fan and has one dog, Jazzie.

So You’re Looking for a Web Designer

So you’re looking for a web designer? Web designers can be found relatively easy. There are thousands and thousands of web designers and companies throughout the world. Depending on your preference, your search for a web designer will vary from … Continue reading

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Creative Footer Designs for Inspiration

Footers can come in all different shapes, sizes and designs. Below are a list of several websites that feature creatively constructed footers. These footers are artistically creative, structurally creative or both. Enjoy! Creativepayne Link Puneet Sakhuja Link Freelenz Link AMT … Continue reading

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WordPress Basics 101: Creating Custom Pages

WordPress is based on the use of templates for specific purposes. There are templates for different types of situations, like a blog posting, a regular page, a 404 error or to display blog postings for a certain category. The default … Continue reading

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What a Client Must Include in a Design Agreement

It doesn’t matter if you’re a person, small company or large company, when looking for a new logo design, print design or website there are items a designer must include in your design contract. You’re design project can vary from … Continue reading

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Items a Designer Must Include in a Contract

I’m sure as a freelancer we’ve all said to ourselves at one point, probably in the middle of a project, “why didn’t I include that in the contract?” As designers we know the importance of getting agreements in writing, for … Continue reading

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Top 10 Links for CSS3 Resources

If you haven’t already, you soon will start using CSS3 and HTML5 in your web development. Below is a list I’ve compiled of the most popular postings, tips or tutorials on using CSS3. CSS3info “Everything you need to know about … Continue reading

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The designer’s guide to a great first impression

We’ve all heard the saying “you don’t get a second chance at a first impression”. When it comes to your design business and landing a deal, nothing could be more true. A great first impression is the first step to … Continue reading

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7 Web Design Clients to Walk Away From

All designers have had that client where you wonder to yourself, after being knee deep in the project, “why did I take this client?” Knowing how to spot potentially difficult clients comes with experience. The longer you’re in this business … Continue reading

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