Steven McTainsh is a web developer based in New Zealand who loves creating websites.
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Graphic Design, XHTML, CSS, PHP, MySQL

Cathedral High School Website and CMS

Cathedral High School Website and CMS

A website layout, base coding and content management system created for Cathedral High School, based in Ontario, Canada. The layout was created to the specifications of a student of the school, who also requested it. A navigation bar, sidebar, header, footer and main content area were included in the website layout and base coding. The content management system included the ability to create, edit and delete pages, as well as the ability to create and delete users, among other features. This layout and CMS is no longer being used by Cathedral High School.

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Graphic Design

Windows Connected Sticker Concept

Windows Connected Sticker Concept

A sticker created for the promotion of WindowsConnected.com, in a competition found on the forum, Neowin.net. This design was not chosen for use by the competition organizer. The black orb used in the design is similar to the black gloss style bars found in Windows Vista. Also, the green orb resembles 'go' and moving forward, and the symbol in the green orb resembles connectivity.

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2/22

Graphic Design

Pendulum HR Logo Concept

Pendulum HR Logo Concept

A logo concept for Pendulum HR, a human resources company. I aimed to emulate the appearance of a pendulum for the "HR" part of the logo, and the brown colour scheme provides a professional look and feel.

3/22

Graphic Design

Dusk Computers

Dusk Computers

A logo concept for Dusk Computers, which makes use of a dark orange, yellow and black colour scheme. The black background shows the darkness of dusk, whilst the "burning" sun depicts the state of the sun at this time. The font used for the "Dusk Computers" text ties the logo together.

4/22

Graphic Design

AnySW Button

AnySW Button

A graphic concept for software rated highly for AnySW. This graphic depicts a tick to show its high selection, and the script style writing of "pick" shows the personal selection of the highly rated software applications.

5/22

Graphic Design

Zen Web Design Banner

Zen Web Design Banner

This was a banner concept for Zen Web Design. I aimed to create a natural and earth feel with the use of the brown, glossy bar and print style font. The image that is included in the logo was requested to be included in the banner.

6/22

PHP, MySQL, XHTML, CSS

HDrive CMS

HDrive CMS

A custom content management system developed for hdrive.org. Whilst I did not create the design, I developed the underlying code for the CMS, which included a categories system, posting system, commenting system and administration panel. This CMS is no longer in use by HDrive.

7/22

Graphic Design

Pure Gaming News Mockup 2

Pure Gaming News Mockup 2

Another mockup for the Pure Gaming News website. This time around, I aimed to create a calming black and blue colour scheme, that provided a relaxed atmosphere for the website itself. The design allows for the integration of a news script or CMS as well.

8/22

Graphic Design

Pure Gaming News Mockup 1

Pure Gaming News Mockup 1

A website concept for Pure Gaming News, a website that provides information on console and computer gaming. The arrow presented in the logo at the top of the page is used to link to a computer mouse, a common component in computer gaming. Overall, I decided to go for a deep red and black colour scheme.

9/22

Graphic Design

Yazoot Logo Concept

Yazoot Logo Concept

A website banner was required for the Yazoot calendar script. I developed a logo concept, and the developer of Yazoot is deciding whether they will use it or not. The logo concept features two main images - a calendar and a clock, which portray the use of the script. In addition to this, the text "Yazoot" is displayed next to it in dark teal. Also featured in the logo are two silver gradients, positioned at the top and bottom of the banner.

10/22

Graphic Design

Upitfree Mockup 2

Upitfree Mockup 2

The second mockup features a more simplified design - it includes a box which allows the user to select the image they wish to upload. It also includes an upload button below the box, as well as the option of making the image private. An 'Add more files' button allows the user to upload up to five files at once. Both mockups include a navigation bar, which is located at the top of each mockup, and allow for the inclusion of Google Advertisements.

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11/22

Graphic Design

Upitfree Mockup 1

Upitfree Mockup 1

Website mockups for Upitfree.com, an image uploading service. These mockups were not used; however, the design that was used can be viewed at upitfree.com. The first mockup is based around a red and orange colour scheme, and incorporates a step by step uploading process, with three boxes - the first allowing you to choose your image, the second allowing you to enter a comment, and the third allowing you to choose whether or not to make the image private and allowing you to upload the image.

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12/22

Graphic Design

Unmarked Media Logo Concept

Unmarked Media Logo Concept

A logo concept for Unmarked Media. The aim of this logo is to present a modern, aesthetically pleasing design that represents media in some form. Therefore, by using the motif of a paintbrush, this symbolism has been achieved.

13/22

Graphic Design

The Flow Zone Banner

The Flow Zone Banner

A top banner background designed for theflowzone.net. A banner was required that would fit in with the existing colour scheme of the website, therefore I created a banner featuring a colour scheme of teal green. The arrow design gives a flowing feeling, as the arrows are connected to one another. This connection is repeated through various layers of the arrows, varying in transparency. This banner is not currently being used on theflowzone.net.

14/22

Graphic Design

Snow Vision Wallpaper

Snow Vision Wallpaper

This wallpaper was inspired by the weather. It depicts a snowy landscape, within which snowballs are falling from the clouds above. The sun manages to peek out from behind the clouds.

15/22

Graphic Design

PHPackages Mockup

PHPackages Mockup

Despite it not being used on the PHPackages website, this mockup was created as per a request in Sourceforge's 'Help Wanted' section. I aimed to create a glass effect with this mockup, that looked modern.

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16/22

Graphic Design

PHPackages Banner

PHPackages Banner

A banner design for PHPackages, a collection of PHP based tools. As requested, I aimed to create a banner that blended with the current theme of the website, hence the grey colours. Featuring '?php', this banner also makes a connection with the name of the product.

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17/22

XHTML, CSS, Basic PHP, Basic Flash

Nautic Marine Website

Nautic Marine Website

Nautic Marine required a website that would have the ability to showcase the boat designs that they have available for purchase. I fulfilled those requirements by using a CSS photo gallery, which provided not only a view of each boat, but details as well. The design of this particular website is navy blue, with golden highlights for emphasis.

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18/22

Graphic Design

Midnight Wallpaper

Midnight Wallpaper

This wallpaper contrasts with the Snow Vision Wallpaper. It depicts a moon, which beams its bright light onto a large field. The crescent shape of the moon is also present in an enlarged form, which lightens a portion of the image.

19/22

Graphic Design

Cloud 15 Banner

Cloud 15 Banner

A banner design for the Cloud 15 forum and website (cloud15.net). When designing this banner, I aimed to create a soft effect. This was achieved by using a soft blue colour scheme, and the logo contains an image of a cloud, representing Cloud 15. This banner is not currently being used by Cloud 15.

20/22

Graphic Design

Braeside Bookkeeping Logo

Braeside Bookkeeping Logo

A logo concept for Braeside Bookkeeping. When designing this logo, I was aiming for a simple design, that would look good in various colours or on signage. This logo is not in use by Braeside Bookkeeping.

21/22

XHTML, CSS, Basic PHP, Graphic Design

Blue Glow Wordpress Theme

Blue Glow Wordpress Theme

This theme features a black and bright blue colour scheme, that aims to represent a bright glow. It was designed for Wordpress 2.0, and is available to download for free. If you would like the Blue Glow Wordpress Theme, please contact me. I would be happy to provide you with it.

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My name is Steven McTainsh, a web developer who is currently proficient in XHTML, CSS, PHP, SQL and JavaScript. I also work on developing software using C#. Although it's not my primary field of interest, I also dabble in the area of graphic design from time to time.

I have a passion for developing websites, big or small. Whether you need a small website for your local club or small business, or something larger, I can help. I work very well to meet deadlines and can create a solution that is customised to your needs.

Feel free to browse my portfolio above, and read my blog to see what I have to say. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions, comments, or would like to work with me on your next web project; I'd be delighted to hear from you.

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