2023 Web Design Trends.
Originally posted on Torpedo 25th January 2023 Another year has flown by and we’re back in January again! Which means it’s time to have a look at what has been popular, and what will be making an impact in the upcoming months, in the world of web design. Motion Design Life in 2023 is always…
Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2022.
Originally posted on Torpedo 19th May 2022 When you think of making your website accessible, who do you think of as those users? People with physical or mental disabilities are usually the first people that spring to mind here, especially as accessibility laws and guidelines on equal access for people with disabilities to prevent discrimination…
The future of web technology.
Originally posted on Torpedo 18th March 2022 Each year that passes functionality that seemed impossible 10 years ago, or that required a lot of hacks and many lines of coded work arounds to do something remotely close to it, is becoming easier to do and widely supported by modern browsers. This means we can create…
10 Web Trends for 2022
Originally posted on Torpedo 20th January 2022 It’s that time of year again, when we dust the cobwebs off and start the new year taking a look at what web design trends we think will be prominent in the year ahead. Web Sustainability Did you know that the data centres used for the internet have…
How optimising your images can boost your SEO.
Originally posted on Torpedo 6th December 2021 The load size of webpages is growing. With the increase of internet speeds, and the introduction of 4K and retina screens, one reason for this is the quantity, and size, of the images being used on them. And while this is visually improving websites, it isn’t a good…
Why is Alt Text important and how do I write it?
Originally posted on Torpedo 17th June 2021 Alternative text. If you work in digital marketing you’ve probably heard of it before, and think you have a good idea what it’s for, it’s even asking you for alt text on your Instagram posts these days, but do you know how to write good alt text? Well…
Web performance for happier users.
Originally posted on Torpedo 27th May 2021 While usability and visual appeal are key factors in the success of a website, it can be redundant if the performance of your website isn’t up to scratch. Imagine taking a trip to your local supermarket, when you arrive it is jam-packed with people and trollies. You immediately…
2018: 100 Things
After a mostly low key 2017 recovering from my hospital stay, and focusing on working back to some sort of normality whilst learning how to managing my illness, I was determined I was going to get the most out of 2018. I wanted to do as much as I could, so that when the next inevitable…
Photography // Christmas at Blenheim
A few weeks ago I went to walk the grounds of Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire to see the Christmas Lights display that they put on every year. A brilliant display, including sychronised lights, music and fire displays, made all the more delightful by the full moon. I’ve included a few of my favourite photos here.…
Katie Nelson 