Portfolio
:format(webp)/99designs-work-samples/work-sample-designs/3598070/9976ad04-2815-430d-8ac3-39a06654c21a "I built a website for this client five or six years ago. When the site started to feel dated, he contacted me. We then migrated the site to Squarespace 7.1 Fluid Engine, incorporating new and refreshing design ideas. The client engaged the services of an artist who provided us with the sketches on the site. We collaborated on refining the site's outline and layout to achieve the final result.
I also created many short, informative videos for the client to keep as reference when he needs to make changes.")
:format(webp)/99designs-work-samples/work-sample-designs/3598070/26a1f04b-c85e-4fad-aa44-f33f0632c319 "My client had begun to experience remarkable success in his drumming and musical career. He needed a website to showcase his work and include a \"Recordings\" page for his Bandcamp and other releases.
The process went smoothly, and he's thrilled to have this website to display his accomplishments and showcase his musical abilities.
https://stevehirshdrums.com/")
:format(webp)/http://s3.amazonaws.com/projects-files/79/7931/793152/0ee87de8-ae62-4c3d-a3e6-d69eb70694a7.jpg "Create a new website with simple, clean lines and images for an interior designer.")
:format(webp)/http://s3.amazonaws.com/projects-files/148/14813/1481353/bf0598dd-2072-4f21-a219-db0433f40a68.jpg "My client needed a new website to showcase her photography. She had an older WordPress site, but Squarespace offered a more user-friendly platform. We collaborated on the site's design, including layout, images, colors, and organization. Search engine optimization (SEO) is essential for any modern website, and we incorporated best practices throughout the development process. My client optimized the image files for web use and created descriptive file names. To track the site's performance and ensure potential clients could find it, I set up Google Search Console and Google Analytics. This not only strengthens SEO but also aids in accessibility.")
:format(webp)/99designs-work-samples/work-sample-designs/3598070/dd7c87f6-a462-4962-b186-031082c298fe "Judith Lindbloom was a working artist in the late 20th century. This website serves as a memorial and tribute to her and her work.
The text describes a close relationship between Lindbloom and some of the most important jazz musicians of her time, including Sonny Rollins, Cecil Taylor, Ornette Coleman, and Steve Lacy. She was part of the creative and avant-garde art scene.
As a gay artist in a less tolerant time, Lindbloom's work is said to reward attentive and prolonged viewing. Her writings reveal a dedicated and humane person.")
:format(webp)/http://s3.amazonaws.com/projects-files/119/11984/1198462/11717301-674f-4f51-8a8a-e09505e3cbd6.jpeg "A new website for an artist who works in metal.")
:format(webp)/99designs-work-samples/work-sample-designs/3598070/a7bddc2c-b697-42f1-8d9a-145bf9d7fe76 "I redesigned this company's medical device website, originally built on WordPress, by migrating its content to a user-friendly Squarespace 7.1 platform. The new website, developed collaboratively with its administration team, features 33 informative device pages. Each page includes a table detailing product options, sizes, and costs, along with other relevant information.")
:format(webp)/http://s3.amazonaws.com/projects-files/85/8598/859802/e9a48dcf-2a02-4cc4-aa65-a56d32ede73f.jpg "Create a new website for my client. She wanted the navigation bar and title on the left rather than the usual top location. I used Custom CSS to accomplish this and the
hover effect gives you information about each artwork.
To communicate how I built the site and how to edit and maintain her site I produced short, effective QuickTime videos.")
:format(webp)/99designs-work-samples/work-sample-designs/3598070/ac1d4ddd-17e5-4c78-9aa3-49f413f73750 "I developed a new Squarespace for the Minnesota Oral Heath Directory working closely with the non-profit’s CEO in the development of the site and concepts.
Note the Google map and language. The website is organized by region and zip code. Fun fact: there are over 1,000 zip codes in the state of Minnesota.")
:format(webp)/http://s3.amazonaws.com/projects-files/113/11356/1135641/560ef172-7ebe-4813-92f0-f49baf29fbaa.jpg "My client wanted a new website for her pottery business. It's all good but my fave is the Clay at Home page.")
:format(webp)/http://s3.amazonaws.com/projects-files/100/10094/1009411/501d6e89-6249-46a8-aadb-2040b44ee0be.jpg "A new Squarespace Website for a quilt maker.")
:format(webp)/99designs-work-samples/work-sample-designs/3598070/a8eadbff-e6aa-46d5-a202-e1790170115e "My client had started her site and needed help with layout, options, SEO, shopping cart, and a number of items that she had questions about.
https://www.dgshannanphotography.com/")
About
Many of us need websites to promote ourselves and our work. A well-designed website conveys who we are, what we do, and how we achieve our goals.
My quotes include instructions on making changes to the finished website, enabling you to update your site as your content evolves. I aim to make creating a website a relaxed, efficient, and productive experience for you.
Member since:
January 31, 2019
Reviews
"I absolutely LOVE my new website. George is the BEST! He went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. His design skills are outstanding. I asked for simple, clean, elegant and functional and he delivered beyond my expectations. I am n..."
pjshopbell
reviewed 3 months ago
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"George was a pleasure to work with. Creative, patient, responsive and detail oriented. I have a beautiful new website that is receiving tons of praise. I especially appreciate that George provides tutorials on different aspects of the website so I ca..."
polly.whitehorW
reviewed about 1 year ago
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"The website design we created is a good example of my work and captures what I wanted from a website. I am very pleased with the outcome and happy to recommend bluebluelake as a web designer. George was very easy to work with, listened to my ideas and a..."
ntsmith
reviewed almost 2 years ago
"It was a pleasure to create a new Squarespace website for Nancy. Understanding her concepts and style was crucial in determining how to present her work to visitors.
Some of the topics we discussed were:
Colors
Layout
Pages
Galleries
Slide shows which to use and how to edit
URL slug naming conventions and why.
Image file naming conventions and why.
SEO and what that means and does.
Custom code to edit and adjust certain elements.
Landing page yes or no. Yes was the answer.
Connecting her site to Google Analytics and Google Search Console and why.
If you'd like to view her site you can at:
https://www.nancyturnersmith.com/"
bluebluelake
responded almost 2 years ago
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"George was exactly the right designer for my website. First, he is a really interesting guy and a pleasure to work with. In developing the site, he struck the perfect balance between his own creative input and incorporation of my requests. He has all..."
cmmillstein
reviewed almost 3 years ago
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