Category Archives: Observations

Observations

After We Pass

Written by Ben. Posted on December 6, 2010. Grab the Short Link. Filed under Observations. Tagged , . No comments.
Morioka Photo
Some of my thoughts regarding the passing of my friend Gordon Morioka as well as what happens to our web content after we pass...

Part 2 of How to Find a Website Design Firm posted on FORGE Blog

Written by Ben. Posted on July 2, 2010. Grab the Short Link. Filed under Observations. Tagged , , , . No comments.
The FORGE Blog
I've posted part two of my series on how to find a good website design firm on the FORGE blog. Check it out and give me some feedback!

CSS Presentation for the Dayton Adobe User Group

Written by Ben. Posted on March 2, 2010. Grab the Short Link. Filed under Observations. Tagged , , , , . 2 Comments.
Dayton Adobe User Group
A quick review of the presentation I have at this evenings Dayton Adobe User Group meeting. Slides from the presentation are embedded for your review and critique.

The Psychology of Progress Bars

Written by Ben. Posted on January 13, 2010. Grab the Short Link. Filed under Observations. Tagged , . No comments.
Isaac, with the Apple TV remote.
Couch Context There are many things that my son, Isaac, and I have in common. We both enjoy playing with trains, chasing each other around the house, wrestling on the living room floor, picking on his mother. And, while all of these things are great, one of our most enjoyable pastimes is watching movie trailers. [...]

The Dilution of a Brand

Written by Ben. Posted on December 22, 2009. Grab the Short Link. Filed under Observations. Tagged , . No comments.
Made in China
A quick look at a cheap toy and how it harms a global brand. Also some thoughts on how to spend adequate time evaluating areas where you can effectively increase your brand's value.

Apple’s Influence in the Beauty World

Written by Ben. Posted on November 23, 2009. Grab the Short Link. Filed under Observations. Tagged , , , . 2 Comments.
iPhone Makeup Kit
Apple's product design has influence far and wide. Here are a few observations and a little advice for successful branding efforts through difficult financial times.
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