If you have a moment...

Spoonford · 1st of February 2007 (Thu)

... would you mind taking a quick look at:

http://jamesdebenham.com

This is my attempt at a more professional looking portfolio site. I like to put things on Flickr but wanted a link I could send to potential employers/clients.

I've built this one from scratch mostly using Dreamweaver to help me get my head around the CSS!

The image display script is Lightbox JS v2.0. I was a bit wary when I first looked at it as I don't usually like images loading in anything that resembles a pop-up. However the overlay that this script does made me think that if I could keep the rest of the site simple it might just work.

I've tried using CSS and JS to use clickable thumbnails and all sorts on pages but have never really been happy. I think with the overlay method it draws the focus to the image set.

Just finished the final tweaks to make the XHTML and CSS validate.

I would really appreciate your opinions if you have the time!

Chris · 1st of February 2007 (Thu)

When I first started clicking around your site I thought you only had one picture in each category even though it said something like 1 of 10. I looked at each category before I figured out that the next box would appear if I ran my mouse across the picture. I expected to find the navigation at the bottom by the close button. Maybe that is what you were going for so it didn't look like every other site. Just wanted to mention this as I am very used to navigating web sites and it took me a few moments to realize this.

Spoonford · 1st of February 2007 (Thu)

Quote:

Originally Posted by stoph

When I first started clicking around your site I thought you only had one picture in each category even though it said something like 1 of 10. I looked at each category before I figured out that the next box would appear if I ran my mouse across the picture. I expected to find the navigation at the bottom by the close button. Maybe that is what you were going for so it didn't look like every other site. Just wanted to mention this as I am very used to navigating web sites and it took me a few moments to realize this.

Thanks for that, I can add a caption to aid navigation. Cheers!

Lonnie · 3rd of February 2007 (Sat)

First - nice pictures. I especially liked your architectural section.

I don't like how the previous and next buttons overlay on top of the image, I found that distracting. I actually prefer a thumbnail type gallery to a next next next type. Although I can see the benefit of being able to control experience for the viewer.

Spoonford · 3rd of February 2007 (Sat)

Quote:

Originally Posted by lhoney2

First - nice pictures. I especially liked your architectural section.

I don't like how the previous and next buttons overlay on top of the image, I found that distracting. I actually prefer a thumbnail type gallery to a next next next type. Although I can see the benefit of being able to control experience for the viewer.

I'm in the process of building a version with thumbnails as it seems to be something a few people have suggested! Thanks for your input

Spoonford · 5th of February 2007 (Mon)

Sorry for the bump but I have taken on board some of the things people said and have changed the navigation on the site. The link now load thumbnails instead of lauching straight into the slideshow.

Better?

henleyhelen · 6th of February 2007 (Tue)

I like it, visually simple, some great shots. I wish I your skill!!

Lonnie · 6th of February 2007 (Tue)

I like the thumbnails a lot better. Nice work spoonford.

Paul Tinworth · 6th of February 2007 (Tue)

Simple and classy.

I love it! Well done, mate

Spoonford · 6th of February 2007 (Tue)

Cheers! Thanks for the kind words!

1st of February 2007 (Thu)	#1
Spoonford Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Brisbane, Australia Posts: 308	If you have a moment... ... would you mind taking a quick look at: http://jamesdebenham.com This is my attempt at a more professional looking portfolio site. I like to put things on Flickr but wanted a link I could send to potential employers/clients. I've built this one from scratch mostly using Dreamweaver to help me get my head around the CSS! The image display script is Lightbox JS v2.0. I was a bit wary when I first looked at it as I don't usually like images loading in anything that resembles a pop-up. However the overlay that this script does made me think that if I could keep the rest of the site simple it might just work. I've tried using CSS and JS to use clickable thumbnails and all sorts on pages but have never really been happy. I think with the overlay method it draws the focus to the image set. Just finished the final tweaks to make the XHTML and CSS validate. I would really appreciate your opinions if you have the time! __________________ Canon EOS 5D + Grip \| Canon EOS 20D + Grip \| Sigma EF 24-70mm f/2.8 EX DG \| Canon EF 17-40mm f/4 L \| Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II \| Canon EF 70-200 f/4 L \| Peleng 8mm f3.5 Fisheye Portfolio:jamesdebenham.com \| Flickr \| MySpace:Jaymzdee

1st of February 2007 (Thu)	#2
Chris Goldmember Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Algonquin, IL Posts: 3,781 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: If you have a moment... When I first started clicking around your site I thought you only had one picture in each category even though it said something like 1 of 10. I looked at each category before I figured out that the next box would appear if I ran my mouse across the picture. I expected to find the navigation at the bottom by the close button. Maybe that is what you were going for so it didn't look like every other site. Just wanted to mention this as I am very used to navigating web sites and it took me a few moments to realize this. __________________ Chris 5D MKIII \| 5D \| 24-70 2.8 \| 70-200 2.8 IS MKII \| 580 EXII X 2 \| 3X Yongnuo 622C \|

3rd of February 2007 (Sat)	#4
Lonnie Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Southern Louisiana Posts: 1,579 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: If you have a moment... First - nice pictures. I especially liked your architectural section. I don't like how the previous and next buttons overlay on top of the image, I found that distracting. I actually prefer a thumbnail type gallery to a next next next type. Although I can see the benefit of being able to control experience for the viewer. __________________ My non-photography related blog My Flickr I use a crop sensor Canon dSLR, 4 primes and 3 cheap flashes.

5th of February 2007 (Mon)	#6
Spoonford Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Brisbane, Australia Posts: 308	Re: If you have a moment... Sorry for the bump but I have taken on board some of the things people said and have changed the navigation on the site. The link now load thumbnails instead of lauching straight into the slideshow. Better? __________________ Canon EOS 5D + Grip \| Canon EOS 20D + Grip \| Sigma EF 24-70mm f/2.8 EX DG \| Canon EF 17-40mm f/4 L \| Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II \| Canon EF 70-200 f/4 L \| Peleng 8mm f3.5 Fisheye Portfolio:jamesdebenham.com \| Flickr \| MySpace:Jaymzdee

6th of February 2007 (Tue)	#7
henleyhelen Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Adelaide SA Posts: 63 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: If you have a moment... I like it, visually simple, some great shots. I wish I your skill!! __________________ Canon 40D, 400D, , 300mm F 4.5 L series, 70-200 f 2.8L series and 17-55mm F/ 2.8, , 10-22 mm, 100 mm macro, 580EX speedlightX2, 1.4x converter and some extension tubes www.friendlypixel.com

6th of February 2007 (Tue)	#9
Paul Tinworth Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Cardiff, Wales (UK) Posts: 945 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: If you have a moment... Simple and classy. I love it! Well done, mate __________________ ~ Paul 5D Mark II \| 40D \| 50 f/1.4 EX \| 24-70 f/2.8L \| 70-200 f/2.8L \| 430EX // kineticvisuals - Creative Social Photography \| Gear-list & feedback

6th of February 2007 (Tue)	#10
Spoonford Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Brisbane, Australia Posts: 308	Re: If you have a moment... Cheers! Thanks for the kind words! __________________ Canon EOS 5D + Grip \| Canon EOS 20D + Grip \| Sigma EF 24-70mm f/2.8 EX DG \| Canon EF 17-40mm f/4 L \| Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II \| Canon EF 70-200 f/4 L \| Peleng 8mm f3.5 Fisheye Portfolio:jamesdebenham.com \| Flickr \| MySpace:Jaymzdee

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