Web Site Graphics and Images

Graphics and pictures on web sites can make them look more professional and help to keep visitors on the site longer, or when done poorly they can drive viewers to exit quickly.  As part of developing your web site, I can optionally prepare all the image files for your site.  Minimally I would ensure they are the smallest size possible for fast loading while still maintaining visual quality.  You may also hire a graphics artist to create professional pictures/graphics which you might also want to use in printed marketing materials, or you can create your own images to provide to me.

Again, the cost of preparing images for your web site is charged on a per-hour basis, so knowing what you want is critical to keeping the overall price affordable.  Graphic artist based businesses specialize in helping you create a signature presence in the marketplace.  If you are unsure what you want, I would recommend this path.

Protection and Copyright

I ensure that all the images and other graphics I create for your web site are new and unique.  This prevents you from any potential lawsuit or collection for use of protected images.  I either utilize a picture I have taken, one you supply which you have rights to use, or create a graphic from scratch.  I also ask that you ensure your right to use any and all images you supply to me.  I may edit, combine, adjust or otherwise alter photos or images to create the look you desire.

A third party service is available for placing a protective watermark into an image which is only visible when printed.  This can help to protect any artwork you may choose to display on your web site.  I can perform the setup for you and edit the images to insert the watermark.  Extra fees from the third party will be your responsibility.

Printed Materials

For high quality, printed materials typically require a resolution of 300 dpi (dots per inch) while a web site would utilize 72 dpi.  If you desire images for use in printed materials it is necessary that you specify this up front, otherwise all images would need to be recreated from the beginning.  Minimal extra costs to adjust the resolution and maintain two versions should be expected.

Additionally, I can prepare digital files of flyers, brochures, business cards, and other formats which you can have printed by a professional printer.  This again, is charged on a per-hour basis.