• Passionate UX Designer with technical expertise

Hey there!

My name is May. I love designing and building awesome websites and web apps.

As a designer, I think it's important to have a wide spectrum of experiences to be able create something unique, meaningful, and relatable. Pair that with solid technical skills, then you've got a delightful combination.

About

I'm a passionate User Experience Designer with solid technical experience. I have 4+ years of professional experience designing and building innovative, data-driven websites, as well as Rich Internet Applications.

My educational background in Psychology facilitates a focus on users' emotions, attitudes, abilities, and behaviors when designing web content while my creative side infuses it with synergy, innovation, and passion. More

I have a spectrum of skill sets ranging from creative to technical in many technologies and tools.

  • HTML
  • CSS
  • XAML
  • Silverlight
  • ASP.NET
  • jQuery
  • Expression Design
  • Blend
  • SketchFlow
  • Web
  • Visual Studio
  • Fireworks & Dreamweaver
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I enjoy learning and always up for a challenge. I keep well-informed on the latest technologies, User Experience and design trends by reading blog articles, books, tutorials, and watching relevant videos. In addition to my constant upkeep in the field, my personal and creative life keep me well inspired.

Personal

When I'm not busy combining art & technology, I am usually with my friends and family, out on long walks with my camera in tow taking pictures of lovely things, watercoloring, blogging on BubbleMayhem, singing along to great tunes, or perched somewhere reading. May's picture

I try to pay attention to the little details and enjoy the simple pleasures in life. I believe that life is too short to not follow my heart and life is so interesting that it keeps me super curious. Which leads me back to art & technology, two things I love and keeps my curiosity!

About this site

I designed and built everything from the logo, illustrations, and the geeky bits like HTML, CSS, and jQuery, all from scratch. I used Expression Design and Web. I also used Lightbox 2.0. This is Version 0.7 so more updates are coming soon.

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I live, work, and play in Austin, Texas.

I like to walk my invisible dinosaur named Roar along the river.

Let's get in touch

I would love to hear from you!

TechReady 11
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TechReady 11

UI/UX, Interaction Design, and iconography.
Technologies used: Silverlight, XAML, Visual Studio, Expression Design and Blend.

I implemented the branding of the application according to the TechReady 11 Style Guide.

Sorry this web event is not available for public viewing.

SpeakFlow
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SpeakFlow

Branding, UI/UX, logo, and iconography.Technologies used: HTML, ASP.NET, CSS, Silverlight, XAML, some C#, Visual Studio, Expression Design and Blend.

I also designed and implemented the UI for the SpeakFlow viewer. Check out the Visual Studio sample in the middle column.
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Microsoft ISU
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Microsoft Industry Solution University (ISU)

UI/UX, Interaction Design, logo, and iconography.
Technologies used: Silverlight, XAML, some C#, Visual Studio, Expression Design and Blend.

Microsoft ISU's brand was fitted to Boost Virtual Events solution to reflect business branding and needs.
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Boost Virtual Events
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Boost Virtual Events

Branding, UI/UX, implementation, logo, and iconography.
Technologies used: HTML, ASP.NET, CSS, Visual Studio, Expression Design.

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Boost Virtual Events App
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Boost Virtual Events Demo App

Branding, UI/UX, Interaction Design, implementation, logo, and iconography.
Technologies used: Silverlight, XAML, some C#, Visual Studio, Expression Design and Blend.

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Seattle Code Camp
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Seattle Code Camp

Branding, Interaction Design, UI/UX, implementation, logo, and iconography.
Technologies used: Silverlight, XAML, some C#, Visual Studio, Expression Design and Blend.

This is re-branded version of Boost Virtual Events web application. More on Boost Virtual Events
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SharpLogic
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SharpLogic

Branding, UI/UX, implementation.
Technologies used: HTML, ASP.NET, CSS, jQuery, Visual Studio, Adobe Fireworks.

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Tech-Ed 2008
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Tech-Ed 2008

UI/UX, Interaction Design, and implementation.
Technologies used: Silverlight, XAML, Visual Studio, Expression Design and Blend.

Sorry this project from 2008 is no longer online.

Boost Forums
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Boost Forums

Branding, UI/UX, Interaction Design, implementation, logo, and iconography.
Technologies used: Silverlight, XAML, Visual Studio, Expression Design and Blend.

This is one of my first projects dealing with Silverlight. I think the end result turned out well.
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Tri-Digital
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Tri-Digital

Branding, UI/UX, implementation, logo (glyph only), and iconography.
Technologies used: HTML, ASP.NET, CSS, jQuery, Visual Studio, Expression Design and Blend.

Although, some of the design like the bottom panels on the homepage have been changed and new things added by the client.
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Now what? If you haven't yet, please check out my resume or go back to the home view.

Disclaimer:

The work showcased here were created while working under my previous employer and its clients. They solely have the rights to these materials.

Other Work:

Unfortunately, I am unable to show you some really awesome work I've done for a major company because of non-disclosure prohibitions.

About this site:

I designed and built everything from the logo, illustrations, and the geeky bits like HTML, CSS, and jQuery, all from scratch. I used Expression Design and Web. I also used Lightbox 2.0. This is Version 0.7 so more updates are coming soon.