Suppose you have to find somebody to guide you through an unfamiliar region, of oh say...the Amazon Rain Forest.

Would you seek a well versed scholar who has immense academic knowledge concerning the area or a local who knows the hidden paths, the uncharted water sources, and can communicate well with the people you may encounter?

I know , I know, I know its a tough question. But, I would assume you might end up picking the local.

For most people, web design is similar to the Amazon. Sure you've heard about it, seen it many times, but when it comes down to it, you don't quite know how to navigate such unfamiliar territory.

I believe I can help you through the forest, and maybe even find some hidden gems.

I'd like to think of myself as the local. You can call me Joy. No, I don't have any formal training, though I am majoring in computer science, minoring in computational media, and have been designing since I was fifteen.

Like many web professionals, I play by ear, while trying to comply with standards that make the web accessible to any one and producing unique projects.

Let me be your guide.