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Webdesign Portfolio

selected websites:

These are representative of the websites I've designed over the years (there have been many more). Each site is custom-designed to reflect the goals, desires, & personality of the client. Click on any of the images to visit the site.

poets & writers

The Power of the Dark Goddess and Other Stories by George J. Bryjak The Power of the Dark Goddess and Other Stories by George J. Bryjak

New website to promote a new book by author George J. Bryjak. Launched September 2007.

Edwin Romond, Poet Edwin Romond - Poet

Freshly redesigned website for poet Edwin Romond, featuring news, workshops, events, books & poetry.

tedjoans.com Ted Joans - Poet

Author website, presented by the publisher, to to promote a collection of poetry titled "WOW." Includes the poet's biography, poems from the book, basic shopping cart & email form.

tedjoans.com Ted Joans - alternate design

This alternate design includes no links page, but otherwise identical content. We always create 2 or more designs from which our clients can choose. The suitcase design above was chosen for this site, but we left this online to show you another example of what can be done.

greenvelvetsofa.com screenshot Green Velvet Sofa

An organic, handmade yet modern design that spotlights the owner's work as a writer, artist, & designer.

American Sentences Poems by Paul Nelson American Sentences

New website spotlighting Paul Nelson's "American Sentences" poems & exploring the roots of the form.

Alchemy Word Studio - Freelance Writing Services Alchemy Word Studio

One-page graphics-intensive site for a freelance writer; the ancient alchemical graphics & gold reflect her theme, "Turning words into gold." This page is archived as the owner has closed shop.

Toyin Adeyemi - Freelance Writer Toyin Adeyemi

One-page brochure website for a freelance writer, including information about her current research projects. Toyin requested a low-key, playful, feminine design.

Judith Skillman - Poet Judith Skillman

Redesigned website for award-winning poet Judith Skillman.

Michael McClure bibliography screenshot Michael McClure Bibliography

Bibliography detailing publications of poet, playwright & essayist Michael McClure.

Michael McClure & Ray Manzarek screenshot Michael McClure & Ray Manzarek

Official site of Beat Generation poet-playwright Michael McClure & Ray Manzarek, keyboardist for The Doors.

booksellers, publishers & vintage items

Empty Mirror Books screenshot Empty Mirror - Beat Generation Books

Old paper & 1950s-style graphics add a retro edge to this 400-page bookselling / literary site. We've done fresh designs for EMB annually since 2000.

Psychedelicat Vintage Fabric & Trim Psychedelicat Vintage Goods

New website selling 1950s, 1960s & 1970s vintage fabrics, sewing trims, home decor, & accessories. A sister site of Empty Mirror Books (see above), Psychedelicat's design is a variation on Empty Mirror's.

Empty Mirror Books Distribution screenshot Empty Mirror Books Distribution

Distributor of poetry books and spoken word audio & video.

Voleur de Feu screenshot Voleur de Feu

New website for literary / art / music magazine. Each issue features a fresh design.

Synaesthesia Press screenshot Synaesthesia Press

Retro 1950s / early 1960s theme for a letterpress publisher / printer. Owner has closed shop; email me to view an archived page.

music & music-related websites

Beyond from Within - Psychedelic Rock Band Beyond From Within

New website for Steve Andrews' psychedelic / folk rock band, Beyond From Within. Launched March 2008.

Fletcher VanVliet screenshot Fletcher VanVliet

New domain & redesigned 44-page website for singer-songwriter, Fletcher VanVliet.

Haley Sage - Americana Singer Songwriter Haley Sage

New website for an Americana singer-songwriter based in California.

D. Raphael Fine Vintage Style Guitar Straps D. Raphael

This brief site mainly serves as an alternate entry to D. Raphael's guitar straps site (see below).

Guitar Straps

Guitar straps with a vintage 1960s-1970s sensibility.

The owner is taking a hiatus from making straps, so only homepage is there now.
jas - pop / r&b singer Jas

Pop / R&B singer news, bio, mp3 downloads, photos. Designed to her exact specs. The site is no longer active (she changed her name & musical style).

genealogy & historical websites

McLafferty & Dunn Genealogy McLafferty Family in Romulus, NY

McLafferty & Dunn family history, 1772-1875 genealogy site has a warm, homey vibe.

You can also view an archived design of the site.

Mercer Island and Pacific Northwest Photos 1910-1922 Mercer Island & Pacific Northwest Photos 1914-1920

New website publishing, for the first time, historic photos of early 20th Century Mercer Island & other Northwest spots. Launched October 2007.

artist & photographer websites

Larry Keenan Beat Generation, Counterculture & Bob Dylan photos Larry Keenan

Award-winning photographer's gallery of over 250 Beat Generation, Bob Dylan, & counterculture photos.

Katie Pfeiffer - Outsider / Folk Art Katie Pfeiffer's Art World

Portfolio website for a folk artist, using her signature color palette.

more arts websites

Indie Coffeehouse Music Directory Indie Coffeehouse Music & Arts Directory

This directory listing independent musicians, artists & writers is a great place for creative people to promote themselves, and to discover fresh new music, art & writing. Owned by Quanta Webdesign.

Abiah Enos

Single webpage, featuring only an image, for the legendary & elusive Abiah Enos.

Empty Mirror Books Agency Screenshot Empty Mirror Agency

Booking agency representing Michael McClure, and Fletcher VanVliet. Site is currently offline.

Cecily Gambrell

Redesigned website for actress / writer / film producer Cecily Gambrell. No longer online; please email to view an archived page.

Web Services Sites:

Indra Net Indra Net Directory Submission Service

Quanta Webdesign's sister site's design is based upon Quanta's. Submits your site to quality directories, gaining links so it ranks better in searches. Offers special packages for musicians, artists & writers.

examples of graphics work:

front cover of AsEverWas by Hammond Guthrie AsEverWas:
Memoirs of a Beat Survivor

by Hammond Guthrie, SAF Publishing, 2002. Edited 10 photographs which appear on the dustjacket & center portion of the book.

For information about my graphics services, including photo restoration & manipulation and banner ads, please see my other services page, or email me for more examples & information.