Megan — Thu, 25 Jan 2001 02:43:15 +0000

I thought that JP was talking about the font I used in the logo. I could see how he thinks it's a little off. I'll try some other options and see what happens. I like the idea of using a more casual, rounded font though, to symbolize the human element of the forums.

As for adding more depth to the logo, I'm not sure how I would do that. I guess I could try some things and see what happens. I made the logo in Fireworks which I'm not too familiar with.

Parker — Thu, 25 Jan 2001 02:14:14 +0000

I don't mind either way. Although I prefer Verdena I would like to see what Arial looks like here too.

mjames — Thu, 25 Jan 2001 00:57:49 +0000

Quote: Originally posted by JP Stones
The font is wrong for the design. CLose but not quite right, I would highly recommend playibng with new fonts and caps combinations to get the fell/weright of the log perfect.

Verdana, the current font, certaintly isn't bad, but I think we should try using Arial. It would freshen things up and is just as good, or better.

Chad Simper — Wed, 24 Jan 2001 02:19:56 +0000

Quote: well working in this field I must stand by my comment, though it looks far from bad, it could be improved - just needs fiddling. Megan, what do you say?

And working in the field as well, I have to stand by my comment ... I'm not usually a really stubborn person but on this one, I am sticking by my choice. Verdana is going to remain the font.

Quote: oh for sure, but I'm asking for more depth to be put into the header - not for more clutter far from it.

I'm not against changing it... I think it looks good as is but if you or anyone else want to take a stab at improving it, feel free to do so. If it is an imrpovement, we'll defintily change it.

Quote: what exactly will the spring cleaning conist of?

I am going to run a maintenance script that will delete all inactive members (never made a post and older than a few months).

Quote: can you briefly explain the banner system (standard exchange?) as I missed those conversations.

The banner system is currently in the testing phase. It has currently been discussed by the moderators only. More information will be posted for all to participate on February 1.

P.S. Check your e-mail JP. I have sent you a matter that needs to be dealt with immediately several times now with no response.

Ravi Pachai — Wed, 24 Jan 2001 01:51:43 +0000

I agree with JP.

Ravi

Parker — Tue, 23 Jan 2001 15:55:08 +0000

Try to make the header more 3Dish. Maybe some sort of drop shadow to the text or something.

JP Stones — Tue, 23 Jan 2001 12:41:59 +0000

Quote: Originally posted by Chad Simper
Good to see you're still around JP!

good to be back mate!

Quote: I think the font is actually good for the design. I really like verdana because it is a smooth flowing font. Plus, with the "round" font used in the logo, it works well.

well working in this field I must stand by my comment, though it looks far from bad, it could be improved - just needs fiddling. Megan, what do you say?

Quote: Since the site is more for information sharing and less of a graphics display, I don't really think it needs to have millions of graphics. For this site, I think "form and function" outweigh design. I like the clean, simple design and don't really think cluttering it with more intense graphics is going to accomplish anything more.

oh for sure, but I'm asking for more depth to be put into the header - not for more clutter far from it.

Quote: After I do some spring cleaning of the member database, I will be posting stats (total members, total posts, etc.) on the main page. This will happen after I have the banner system up and running.

what exactly will the spring cleaning conist of?
can you briefly explain the banner system (standard exchange?) as I missed those conversations.

Parker — Tue, 23 Jan 2001 00:05:28 +0000

Oh sorry. When I posted that you weren't logged in or on ICQ so I just wanted to let you know.

Chad Simper — Tue, 23 Jan 2001 00:02:25 +0000

Yes, that's probably because I'm working on it.

Parker — Mon, 22 Jan 2001 23:47:42 +0000

Chad,

Problem that probably should be fixed ASAP. The banner is above the logo part. It is supposed to be in the gray section. Correct? The banner shows up on every page too. The redirect pages etc.