https://thegreenspringreview.art.blog
Effective:
- The logo for the website is clean and fits the purpose of the website.
- The front page is appealing to the eye with the title and use of books around the borders
- Layout is simple and easy to navigate
- Included search bar makes it easy to look up any particular piece of writing
- It does an effective job of keeping the colors simple and to a minimum
Needs Improvement:
- Although the logo is fitting and clean, it could be larger and really stick out to the viewer
- The website as a whole lacks graphics which is an important piece of UI
- For several of the categories the font seems to be a little faded which can be difficult for some viewers to see as well as others
- More graphics can add to the UX to help leave a more lasting impression
- Adding more content with the Stevenson community to better connect the website
https://jennaaye.wordpress.com
Effective:
- A big header allows it stand out and let the reader know right away what content you will be seeing
- The modern style makes for a clean and stylish look
- The use of graphics and pictures adds some needed color to the website
- The layout is simple and open making it an easy site to navigate through
- The difference of not using a sticky header is interesting and adds to the creativity and modern touch of the website
Needs Improvement:
- The header is large which is a plus but could use much better resolution making it more clear and appealing
- The logo does not seem to connect to the site or Stevenson as well as a shadow piece that can only be seen at certain angles
- No use of search bar on the website might make it more difficult for some viewers to navigate to what pieces or person they are looking for
- With the layout being as open as it is, I would expect the font to be a little larger and easier on the eyes of the viewer
- More information on the designers might help to better understand where the inspiration for the content and design came from
https://greenspringreview.art.blog
Effective:
- The website connects itself to the University with a quick link in the sidebar
- Promotion of events that will be held by Stevenson adds more content and shows the support from the website
- The use of art and media on the front page allow more for the reader than just looking up writings
- The added search bar for the website helps for easy navigation
- The headings are clear and simple in helping to find whatever it is the viewer is searching for.
Needs Improvement:
- The homepage does not include a logo which can be important for brand purposes as well as setting yourself apart from the other designers
- The piece of art used in the top of the front page is not high resolution and is not appealing to the viewer’s eye
- The layout feels a little cluttered and does not give much space between sections
- More use of colors and graphics especially with the logo could improve the websites front page
- Although there is plenty of content on the front page, more content regarding the website itself would be beneficial