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Five Elements for Great Web Design

Your website is often the first impression people have of your business, and it can either build trust or drive visitors away. A well-designed website serves as a centralized hub for your brand, helping customers find the information they need and encouraging them to engage with your brand. However, if your website is lacking effective and strategic design, it can fall flat. Cluttered layouts, disorganization, and confusing navigation can make your business appear unprofessional, while an engaging...

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What's new in Joomla 5? Here's What You Need to Know

In 2021, the Joomla project launched Joomla 4, an innovative and revolutionary step forward for the open-source Content Management System (CMS). Now, Joomla 5 is here, and it’s even better. It brings major improvements in speed, security, and accessibility while maintaining the flexibility Joomla users love. Building on the strengths of Joomla 4, this latest version offers unparalleled security, lightning-fast performance, and impeccable code quality.

Eight Principles of Effective Logo Design

Hey, it's Lauren, Stimulus' graphic designer. Designing a logo may seem straightforward, but creating one that is impactful, memorable, and functional requires a thorough understanding of design principles. Often, when we are working with clients, we find that it might be difficult for them to determine what they want the logo representing their brand to look like. That's where we can help! Whether you’re crafting a logo for a small business, a nonprofit, or a global corporation, the foundation...

Congratulations M3, Inc. on the New Website

Stone, brick, mortar and more, we put this website under construction and gave it a new face! Introducing the revamped website for M3, Inc. M3, Inc., a masonry company based in Charlottesville, Virginia, has built a stellar reputation for delivering top-quality masonry solutions for various projects across Central Virginia. From commercial buildings to intricate stonework, their craftsmanship speaks for itself.

Holiday Gift Guide: Perfect Presents for the Creatives in Your Family

It's that time of year again...CHRISTMAS!!! The holidays have arrived and as always, we want to help you find the perfect gift for the creative in your family. Like we have stated before, Christmas time is NOT the time to overthink, so we figured we would help. Below you will find various categories and gift ideas for any creative. Whether they are an artist, a graphic designer, a web designer or a photographer, they are bound to enjoy one of these unique and fun gifts.

web design, photography, graphic design

Stimulus Launches New Website for Airfield 4-H Center

Attention all you cool campers and—wait that’s not right. Well, we tried! A new site has been launched, and it’s ready to be explored! Some people go foraging through the woods to identify plant life, and others rent a cabin to escape to a nice, quiet place to relax, but we think exploring the features and functions of a new website is where it’s at!

The Benefits of Social Media Advertising

As many of you already know technology has changed over the last five years, and even more so in the last two. Advertising has also seen drastic changes over the last few years. In today’s digitally-driven world, businesses and organizations must adapt to stay relevant and competitive. One of the most effective ways to do this is through social media advertising. Whether you're a small startup or a large enterprise, social media advertising can help you reach a wider audience, generate leads,...

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