Andy Leppard Visual Communication & CSS Web Design

Andy who?

Hello there, I'm Andy Leppard, a graphic designer with a wealth of web experience.

I've been working in graphic design since my graduation in Visual Communication (BA Hons) from Leeds College of Art & Design in 2000.

During my professional life I have developed a keen interest in designing for the web, following best-practice for coding. 

Having said that, my first love is corporate identity and branding - I would do it for nothing if I could still pay the bills.

Take a look around this site and if you like what you see, send me an email or give me a call and I'll see what I can do for you. 

Web Design

This section of my site is all about making websites that work

As a graphic designer, I like to concentrate on how to present the information you have to offer.

I can work with your existing site or content management sytem to improve the quality and usability of your website.

My main tool is CSS, a set of rules for changing the way the basic code of your site is presented in web browsers. 

Get in touch

For a chat about how a website might work for you, call Andy on: 01302 344 233

Alternatively, send an outline of your ideas or business needs to: andy@andyleppard.net

Visual Communic-whaa?

Visual Communication is the method of transmitting meaning from one party to another using a visual medium.

My visual designs usually target a specific demographic, using a concept-led approach which combines theory from a wide range of visual media to best convey the message.

Graphic design demands more than just prettifying documents. The visual communication method produces a design that must fulfill a defined function. Form follows function. 

Example Website Types

We all need a website that is fit for purpose. You wouldn't rent a high-street property to run an assembly line, and you won't need a content management system for a 3-page website.

Here are a few examples of some typical types of website, optimised for a particular purpose.

Information Website
A simple source of information to help your customers understand what you can offer them and then get in touch with you.
Marketing Website
Getting the word out about your latest product or service to the people interested in knowing.

CMS Features and functions

Ok, you've heard of a CMS before, you want to know what you can do in there right?

These articles explain the capabilities of the various applications I use for Content Management Systems

What's WordPress?
What's WebGUI?

Professional Services

I provide a few specific services to the graphic design industry too.
For a chat about what I can do for you, give me a call on 01302 344 233

PSD to HTML & CSS conversions
Your graphic design in HTML/CSS
 
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