by Mike Simpson | Feb 19, 2020 | Art, Courses, Design, Media, Motion Graphics, Music, Photography, Portfolios, Social Media, Titles, Training, Uncategorized, Video, Visual Effects
Interested in the After Effects course? After Effects skills will make you a media production ninja. Take your content creation and digital marketing to the next level! NEXT COURSE START: MAY 14, 2020 I’m pleased to announce the upcoming start for my next After...
by Mike Simpson | Dec 5, 2019 | Courses, Design, E-Learning, Edtech, Education, LMS - Learning Management System, Software, Training, Uncategorized
Photo by Hitesh Choudhary / Unsplash (Edit by Mike Simpson) Are you a teacher, educator, or trainer? Are you interested in e-learning and education tech? If you answered yes, please consider the following: I’m offering DIY E-learning, a free online course in...
by Mike Simpson | Sep 9, 2019 | Design, Facebook, Instagram, Photography, Social Media
Best Size and Aspect Ratio for Your Images and Video on Instagram and Facebook (Social Media) Introduction: What Image Size is Best for Social Media? These days the most common format for photos and video on social media is square, but portrait is becoming more...
by Mike Simpson | Jun 7, 2019 | Art, Design, Graphic Design, Uncategorized, Websites
Recently I had the pleasure of designing a website for the Toronto artist Gillian Morden. Gill is an abstract painter living and working in High Park, Toronto. Gillian wanted a simple economical website that focused on her recent work. The 3-page site showcases her...
by Mike Simpson | Sep 5, 2017 | Consulting, Design, Graphic Design, Training, Uncategorized, Websites
I’m pleased to announce the launch of Paul Schedlich’s new website and single, “Basking in Your Light.” Paul has released a standout track and I’m glad he invited me aboard to help with design and promotion. In summer 2017 we undertook...
by Mike Simpson | May 2, 2017 | Audio, CMS - Content Management System, Design, E-Learning, Edtech, Education, Equipment, Graphic Design, Hardware, LMS - Learning Management System, Media, Mobile, Photography, Presentations, Recording, Security, Software, Training, Uncategorized, Video, Websites, Workshops
Mike’s Top 10: Technology for Creatives and Educators “The best camera is the one that’s with you.” – Chase Jarvis As a designer and educator I find I have a need to keep on top of technology. In my personal/professional lives I use a range of...
