:: so much excitement!! ::
After days of furious coding, databases crashing (not my fault…), late nights, and trying not to change the design yet again, I have a portfolio website!
I’m so ecstatic! In the process I also moved my blog, and the new address is: http://blog.caseybrowndesigns.com. As with my last blog-move, I’ll be posting in conjunction with the “old” blog for a week, and then will permanently move to the new home. So please adjust your feeds (sorry about this–I know it’s so annoying!).
So what do you think? I’ve been attempting to move away from my Elegant Musings moniker for awhile; it’s been an online identity I’ve had since my late teens and doesn’t quite fit anymore. Its a huge leap of faith for me–I’m really nervous people will view my blog/work differently (in a less friendly/approachable way; does that make sense?). But after talking with Kate a few weeks back about establishing an professional presence online, I know that this is the right move. Especially as I’ve been getting more work in the graphic design field and realizing that I really needed a portfolio!
There will be a few changes to the site and blog. Elegant Musings will still be maintained as a place to house my favorite inspiration images. I love sharing those with y’all! The site will probably be restructured later this year to reflect the changes, but will remain at it’s current address.
Here’s a preview of some of the exciting stuff I’m working on for the new portfolio and revamped blog!
- The blog will be restructured a tiny bit. I still plan on writing about my sewing and other projects, but I also really want to bring in topics like art and design; two things that are near and dear to my heart, yet I have rarely talked about online. I think I feel somewhat shy about thrusting them on my blog readers, since my blogging to this point has been so creativity-centric. Well, I guess it’ll still stay creative–just an expanded definition!
- I’ll also occasionally write about my latest projects/commissions. I realized after I posted Kate’s site that most of you had no idea I do this! hehe. I guess it’s because I have been kind of silent on that aspect, mostly because the freelance work didn’t start coming my way until January. So it’s all still new to me!
- There will be more freebies to download over the course of the summer. I have a lot of desktop backgrounds and other miscellaneous images/resources I’ve created over the years that I’m dying to share with y’all!
I want to thank everyone who has encouraged me (directly or not) during this process! Especially Kate for encouraging me to take the leap into my new identity, and Nubby Twiglet’s sage advice again and again about creating an effective website. And thank you all for following me around the last year as I’ve transitioned and been seeking to find my place in life. It really means a lot to me to have such a wonderful support system. You all are so sweet!
As of tomorrow, I’ll be back to my normal, blogging schedule–sorry about the lack of posts lately! I hope you have had a lovely weekend…
Posted on April 27th, 2008 to graphic design, life.
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:: clutter! your days are numbered… :: »9 lovely thoughts to “:: so much excitement!! ::”
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jo says:
congratulations on your new site, casey!!! right now i´m going to take a look around!!! i promise, you surprise me everyday with all your talent
i wish you all the best on this new phase!!!
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Abigail says:
Love the new look! (and the recent layout you made for Kate Headley Photography) They’re both so gorgeous, and put me in mind of the Anthropologie website.
You’re always such an inspiration to me, Casey. I will be bookmarking the new site and will be checking back quite often!
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Lorajean says:
So awesome! I am loving the new look and all the new posting your planing to do! Your oh so talented and I am excited to see all the other topics you love because I tend to LOVE them too he he! P.S. Sorry about not being around in blog land lately its all this warm weather! Cheers!
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kate says:
omg, even that ‘add your thoughts’ thing is cute. I wish you tons of luck. We should start a young, artistic DC business group. I’m going to send some clients your way every chance I can. You are so talented. It’s a great move for you in the ‘real world’–I loved chatting with you!! let’s get together soon!
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blaze says:
Casey! Your work is GORGEOUS! I love it all! You are so inspiring and wonderful! I am so happy for you! Best of luck for everything, and I look forward to working with you soon!
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Jennifer says:
Casey, I’m so excited for you! Your new portfolio and blog look fantastic, and I can’t wait to see how things work out for you. Yahoooo~
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Laura says:
Congratulations on your big launch and move! I wish you all the best in your ventures, and I was one of those in the dark about your hidden graphic design talents! I’m off now for a snoop around your site
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Lynda says:
Congratulations, Casey! Your new blog & website look great! I’m really excited for you!
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Sam says:
Ooh! A new blog! How pretty!
Your portfolio was fun to look through as well. You are becoming so successful; it is really exciting and inspiring to have seen you from a year ago, when you opened your etsy shop, to now. You’ve certainly worked hard, and I’m going to try to follow your example!
