Design Journal of Recent Work

October 10th, 2008

Custom Header Design
A visual concept has been submitted to Landry Sound for the new Landry Amps website which will launch soon. Two treatments of the same concept are presented: the header sample shown above employs gradients and faded background images to create dimension. Read on to see the second sample. [Read the rest of this article »]

October 3rd, 2008

Custom phpBB3 Theme after conversion
As part of the server migration for MetroAmp.com, the discussion board was upgraded to the latest release of the open-source forum software phpBB3. Converting the bulletin board from phpBB2 to phpBB3 provided the perfect opportunity to add a custom theme to the forum, and incorporate the ability to sell ad space on the high-traffic site. [Read the rest of this article »]

September 30th, 2008

NetThink 21 is pleased to announce a new partnership with Landry Sound, LLC. Located in St. Louis, Missouri, Landry Sound is the parent company of the new electric guitar amplifier brand Landry Amps. NetThink 21 will be developing a modular internet solution for their new range of amplification products. [Read the rest of this article »]

September 24th, 2008

Website Layout Proposals
Garner’s Jewelry is a small chain of jewelry and buy/sell/exchange stores based in Michigan. The website makeover for GarnersJewelry.com is now underway, with NetThink 21 providing graphics, coding, and content. To start the project, we have submitted two different site template mockups for evaluation. [Read the rest of this article »]

September 21st, 2008

The first phase of NetThink 21’s IT Support project for MetroAmp has been completed successfully. The entire MetroAmp.com website was migrated to a new server with minimal downtime. The online store, discussion forum, SSL certificate, and website content are back online and functioning correctly. [Read the rest of this article »]

September 16th, 2008

custom web site headers
Creative graphic design can enhance any website, by adding visual interest and presenting a stylish and attractive appearance. The Praise And Worship Forum approached NetThink 21 for help in styling their web site and customizing their forum with some graphic elements. Using the client’s input, we created a logo and site header. [Read the rest of this article »]

September 8th, 2008

NetThink 21 is proud to announce a partnership with Metropoulos Amplification of Burton, Michigan. MetroAmp is an online retailer of electric amplifiers, parts, and kits. NetThink 21 will be providing IT Support and web development as MetroAmp expands its product range and online presence. [Read the rest of this article »]

September 4th, 2008

graphic design
Complex textural elements add visual richness and a photographic realism to graphics. One of the latest trends in design is employing wear, texture, and pattern to produce imagery with greater impact. See how NetThink 21 creates realistic graphics using nothing more than Photoshop. [Read the rest of this article »]

August 29th, 2008

Corporate Identity
Forming a distinct identity is crucial when starting a new business. NetThink 21 specializes in creating fresh logos and branding for new companies. LivingTree Solutions is an internet development company working with forums and community based concepts. View some sample logos created for them by NetThink 21. [Read the rest of this article »]

August 20th, 2008

Web Site Header Design
Follow the process of creating a fresh graphic identity for print and web, from concept to finished product. King Kong Hobbies of Minnesota is currently undergoing a redesign by NetThink 21. The first steps involve proposing new ideas for a logo and site header. [Read the rest of this article »]