Gothic Moon Studio: Blending Design and Functionality

Mary Sargent

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Web Designer

Webflow Developer

Adobe Illustrator

Figma

Next.js

Overview

The Gothic Moon Studio website was crafted to showcase my design expertise, creativity, and commitment to delivering high-quality user-centered solutions. As a studio specializing in UX and visual design, the site needed to serve as both a portfolio and a reflection of my design philosophy.

Goals

Create a visually compelling and intuitive site that represents the Gothic Moon Studio brand.
Highlight my skills, past projects, and services to attract potential clients.
Ensure the site is optimized for performance, accessibility, and responsiveness.

Challenges

Personal Branding: Establishing a distinct visual identity that balances professionalism with artistic flair.
Content Organization: Structuring content to be both engaging and easy to navigate.
Development Needs: Implementing animations and interactions to enhance the user experience without compromising performance.

Approach

1. Brand Development: Defined the studio’s identity through color palettes, typography, and visual elements that evoke creativity and professionalism.
2. UX Design: Conducted user journey mapping to ensure easy navigation and seamless access to portfolio pieces and services.
3. UI Design: Created clean, modern layouts with interactive elements to engage users and maintain visual interest.
4. Development: Built a fully responsive site with optimized code, animations, and micro-interactions using tools like GSAP and TailwindCSS.
5. Testing and Refinement: Ensured cross-device compatibility, accessibility, and performance through rigorous testing and iteration.

Key Features

Dynamic Portfolio Section: Showcases projects with interactive elements and detailed case studies.
Responsive Design: Ensures seamless viewing on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.
Engaging Animations: Subtle animations guide users through the site, enhancing the experience.
Contact Form: Simplifies client inquiries with a user-friendly and visually consistent contact form.

Results

Successfully launched a site that reflects Gothic Moon Studio’s identity and expertise.
Increased client engagement and inquiries through intuitive navigation and polished visuals.
Created a scalable platform to showcase future projects and services.

Reflection

Designing my studio site was a rewarding challenge, allowing me to showcase my skills in branding, UX/UI design, and development. The site serves as a testament to the seamless blend of strategy, artistry, and functionality I bring to every project.

Let’s Create Together!

Interested in a site like this? Let’s build something extraordinary for your brand.
Tools Used: Figma, TailwindCSS, GSAP, React
Skills Applied: Branding, UX Design, UI Design, Front-End Development
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Posted Nov 18, 2024

Designed and developed Gothic Moon Studio’s website with seamless navigation, engaging animations, and responsive design

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