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Web Design for Photographers, Splash Pages, Wordpress Blogs, Splash Page Design, Commercial Photography in Jacksonville, Florida.
Catalog photography, commercial photography, Jacksonville, Florida Florida Photography, Advertising Photography, Fashion Photography, Product Photography,
Portraits, Headshots, Commercial, Modeling, Interior, Exterior, Design, Real Estate Photography, Photography Design, Web, Print, Media, Websites,
Photographers, Photographs, CD Images, Shoot, Outdoor, Black and White, Color Photography are a few of the service Kim Townsend and kimtown (fka kimtown) offer.
kimtown Web Site Design, Custom HTML Sites, Web Design, Splash Pages, Forums, Blog Design, Installation, Blog Headers,
Splash Page Kits, Save the Date Cards, Greeting Card Templates, Holiday Templates, Bookmarks, Signature Mats. kimtown photographic of Jacksonville, Florida Florida offers Natural Light, On Location,
Color and Black and White Photography specializing in Maternity Photography in Jacksonville, Florida, Newborn and Infant Photography in Jacksonville, Florida, Child and Children's Photography in Jacksonville, Florida,
Kids Photography in Jacksonville, Florida, Teen Photography in Jacksonville, Florida, High School Senior Photography in Jacksonville, Florida, Commercial Photography in Jacksonville, Florida including, but not limited to,
Realtor Photography in Jacksonville, Florida, Actors Photography in Jacksonville, Florida, Models in Jacksonville, Florida, Headshot Photography in Jacksonville, Florida, Modeling Photography in Jacksonville, Florida, Corporate Photography
in Jacksonville, Florida, Interior and Exterior Design Photography in Jacksonville, Florida and Stock Photography in Jacksonville, Florida.
kimtown offers custom and templated splash page design to clients around the world.



Just a reminder...it is illegal (and not nice!) to reproduce professional photographs.

Some people mistakenly think that it's fine to copy a print once they have paid for it, or that copying is
permissible if they don't plan to sell the image. Both are false.
Copying images without the artist’s permission is illegal and punishable by up to a $150,000 fine. Scanning, emailing or making copies at a copy center or at home are all illegal.
Professional portraits are not required to have a stamp or copyright notation to indicate copyright, although this is indicated on the back of many prints.
It is understandable that you love your images and want to share them. That means the photographer did her job well and should be fairly compensated for her hard work.
Kim has gone to great lengths and expense to use only the best equipment and professional photo finishing services to create a top-quality product.
Scans create embarrassingly low-quality images that can unfairly harm the photographer's reputation.
Kim reserves the right to refuse service to anyone who copies her work without permission.

Copyright violations will be prosecuted.

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What is a splash page?

A splash page is an html static page that your visitors first see when going to your site.
This page allows them to have a choice of how to navigate your site
via html or flash (if you have them),
or the option of visiting your blog, myspace or other links on your page.
It can include an image or small flash show as a sneak peek of what's in your site.
I do not recommend putting huge flash shows or design elements that are slow to load your page.
Splash Pages are designed to enhance your viewers experience, not hinder it.



Why do I need one?

If you have more than one site to share and showcase your images and news, it's a good idea to link them all in one place!
A splash page does just that!
In addition, flash websites are not FULLY accessible by search engine crawlers and therefore you may not be listed in the search engine results (Yahoo, Google, MSN. etc).
A splash page allows text and keywords to be searched by the crawlers so your page will be listed when those keywords are searched for.
I do not guarantee search engine placement, but a well written html page will assist you in search engine listings.
I do not provide SEO, but can make recommendations.



What do I get?

I design and build a custom splash page for your site, using your images and my creative design, upload it to
your server via ftp, verify it is in working order and make minor changes, if necessary, for 15 days.
I will work with you to create your dream intro page. The psd release is available on certain splash pages for a nominal fee.
If you are interested in this option, please let kimtown know before beginning the design.
(The actual psd file of the design will not be provided to you on any of the Designer Line Splash Pages or Blog Headers.)



What templates are you able to work with?

Portfoliositez? Creative Motion Design?
I can work with just about ANY template or custom site out there.
I do not change anything in your site or current splash page,
I simply create an html page that introduces your site and lays over your site.
Please note these pages will not work for SmugMug or PhotoBiz accounts. I will not be able to load your page in SmugMug if you have your site with them.
PhotoBiz does not have the capability of a custom splash page at this time.



Do you make all of the design elements in your splash pages?


It depends on your wishes and needs. If you are wanting dog prints across the page or fun hanging frames,
I do not design these graphic elements myself, but rather purchase commercial elements for use in my designs.
I am not a graphics designer. I use different elements from various places.



What if I see an element I want to use in my splash page?

If you find an element, brush, blend, border, paper, layout or the like that you wish to use in your page,
you must have commercial rights and/or permission from the owner to use them.
A credit will be placed on the bottom of the page for usage.
I am not responsible for any elements, images, text and the like on the final output of your page.
Please make sure you have proper permission to use it. You wouldn't want a client taking your images and using them without your permission either.



How often can I change the image(s) on my splash page?

You can change anything within the first 15 days at no charge, then after that you can change out images and add links for just $35 per revision.



If I have the knowledge, can I change the images on my splash page myself?

It depends on how your page is created. Sometimes three images can be one image and your buttons are created separately
(and that would be super easy to swap if you know a little coding), and sometimes
(Like Beautiful Babies and More) the layout is created,
sliced to create areas for separate links and then laid out on the page in tables and cells.
More often the links and images are mapped right on the page.
If you do know a little coding and are comfortable with making minor changes, ask me about purchasing the psd files for your splash.



What is the typical turn around time?

This depends on how quickly you send me the goodies I need to start your page and how many revisions you have.
It can range from 3 days to 3 months. I work very hard to get your page exactly as you want it before we take it live.
I typically have a 3 month waiting list, but once the process is in motion, it doesn't take long to get you up and running



Do I have to pay for your wig after you've pulled your hair out due to my wishy-washiness?

Yes, it's $29.95 per follicle...Just kiddin! Never worry about asking to change things on your page.
As a photographer myself, I understand the importance of a first impression.
You have less than 7 seconds to impress your potential clients!
You have the opportunity to make 3 revisions to your splash page. After that, it's only $25 for each additional revision and will be billed prior to activation.



What do I need to do to get started and What do you need from me to get started?


To get started on the design (after your payment is made and the agreement is turned in),
you would need to send me your images (no more than 900pix wide) that you might want to use and your
logo (with a transparent background) for me to design a preliminary layout.
The initial layout is just an image; It doesn't have any clickable links or text,
it's just a layout of what your page will look like. You will make revisions from this or accept it as it is.
We will work on text and link layout and take your page live.



What if I don't know what I want?

I love free reign. I can suggest what I think would work best for your page based on your style of
photography in your portfolio or by your "wishes" listed in the agreement. Most people don't know what they want,
but only know what they have seen. That's ok too! It gives you ideas on how you feel you want your page.
I work with you until we get your page perfect!
If you DO know what you want and you have designed it in PS, feel free to send the psd file too!



What happens/cost when we get a new website but want to use the same splash page?

When you get a new website and just need to change the link on your splash page to point to your new site, it's just a $35 revision cost.



What happens/cost when my splash page is deleted or overwritten?

If you get a new site and your splash is deleted completely or is overwritten, there is a reload fee of $50.v All files are archived to save space on my ever shrinking hard drive. It takes more time to search for your records,
un-archive them and do the necessary steps to reload everything in working order.



What is a blog?

A blog (or web log) is a great tool to keep your clients informed of special news and updates.
You can provide sneak peeks of sessions and even hold contests on your blog.
A blog header is a banner for the top of your blog listing that is designed to mimic the look of your site and style.
Another great add-on to keep that branding in front of your clients.
A blog header is the banner at the top of your blog. It is meant to keep the cohesive nature of your branding.



What is a Favicon?

A favicon is that little icon next to your website address in the address bar of your browser.
It is technically called a "Favorites Icon" and was originally created to be able to easily identify a specific site in your favorites folder.
A great add-on for your branding.



Blogs & BlogSites

If you are looking for a beautiful, easy to use blog then WordPress is the way to go.
It is free to use, installs on your server, and I can be commissioned to install and customize your WordPress blog.

A blog can be so much more than just a blog...Introducing BLOG+SITES!
These websites look and operate just like a standard website, but come with the ease of a wordpress admin area.
kimtown can transform any blog to into a blog+site!

kimtown includes the following elements in the Standard Blog Packages:

• Blog Database Creation
• Wordpress Database Upload and Installation
• Customized Blog Header (Flash or Static)
• Customized Blog Background
• Overall Customized Look for overall cohesiveness with your branding
• Minor updates and changes to existing web pages for 15 days, subject to certain limits.
(Additional changes billed at the current revision rate.)
• Links and page creation up to 5 of each
• Import your current posts from TypePad or Blogger (please inquire about other blog types)
• Instructions on how to update your site

Full online support and training included.
Blog+Sites include all of the above with the addition of up to 5 galleries with 20 images in each gallery to showcase your amazing work.

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