SIMPLE, YET ATTRACTIVE DESIGN.
Design is not necessarily about a flashy site, fancy gadgets or cool animation. Rule one is usability, and everything must fall in service of that rule. If an element interferes with the user experience, then it does not belong in the design.
As a web & graphic designer, I strive to meld great design together with ease of use, to produce a product that both looks spectacular, and conveys the client’s message quickly and efficiently. Let’s see what I can do for you.
Ken Long & Associates
Client: Ken Long & Associates
When: November, 2008
Roles: Design, Development, Maintenance
Notes: Update the previous design with a focus on the news feed to keep users up to date on latest announcements. Have been managing this web site in it's various iterations since 2002.
2010 Resoultion Revolution
Client: Ken Long & Associates
When: October, 2009
Roles: Brochure, Logo Design
2009 Do Run Run / Crossroads of America 30K Postcard
Client: Ken Long & Associates
When: August, 2009
Roles: Postcard Layout / Design
Notes: Client needed a postcard design to promote two upcoming events.
2009 Marathon Training Program
Client: Ken Long & Associates
When: June, 2009
Roles: Brochure, Logo Design
2009 Ten Miler
Client: Ken Long & Associates
When: March, 2009
Roles: Brochure, Logo Design
2009 Polar Bear
Client: Ken Long & Associates
When: December, 2008
Roles: Brochure Design
Notes: Being in February, this design always has a cold, snowy theme. It becomes a challenge to keep that interesting and different over the years. This year I tried playing with different layers of snow, with those in the background blurring, and placing the text on sheets of ice.
2008 Indianapolis Monumental Marathon
Client: Ken Long & Associates
When: June, 2008
Roles: Brochure Design
2008 Indy's Irish Fest 5K
Client: Ken Long & Associates
When: August, 2008
Roles: Brochure Design
2008 Marathon Training Program
Client: Ken Long & Associates
When: June, 2008
Roles: Brochure Design
2008 Polar Bear
Client: Ken Long & Associates
When: December, 2007
Roles: Brochure Design
2007 Indianapolis Distance Classic
Client: Ken Long & Associates
When: January, 2007
Roles: Brochure, Logo Design
KLA Newsletter Campaign
Client: Ken Long & Associates
When: December, 2008
Roles: Design, Development
Notes: Wanted a set layout for email newsletters that would be consistent, easy to navigate, and grabs the attention of the reader.
Hi, my name is Ken Stark, and I'm an independent web and graphic designer living in the Indianapolis, Indiana area. I have a real passion for good design, and I love to learn new techniques. I started my career in design in 2002 when I joined Ken Long & Associates to design and maintain their web site and other online presences. Since then I have taken every opportunity to expand my knowledge and increase my skills.