Author Archives: Mark Nelson

Mark Nelson

“Innovation is the goal, usability is the key to success”

Mark’s responsibilities include the management of our User Experience department and acting as a stakeholder in online strategy for client projects. He is involved in strategic planning through the execution of projects. Mark partakes in a review of completed projects analyzing real world results to develop a clear picture of how initiatives provide benefit to the client and end user.

From the beginnings of a hands-on Developer he understands the makeup and foundation of the web and how to build highly intuitive and information rich websites while keeping a focus on Search Engine Optimization and Search Engine Marketing efforts. Specializing in Information Architecture and User Interface Design he works with fortune 500 companies developing Internet and Intranet web applications. Clients have included Sony PlayStation, Fleming’s Steakhouse & Wine Bar, Morgan Stanley, Campbell Soup Company, and NBC Cable Networks.

Discovery is a important ingredient in my life, its what makes me want to learn and try new ideas to improve my lifestyle and work practices. In every challenge we face and project we tackle its the discovery of what something is that allows us to envision what it can become.

High Dynamic Range Imaging

Advancements in digital compositing have led a formerly complex process and technology to become mainstream. High Dynamic Range Imaging (HDRI) is now a one-click process with Photoshop CS5. HDRI is a series of multiple exposures combined into a single image providing a greater dynamic range of luminance between the lightest and darkest areas of an image. HDRI allows for a more accurate representation of real scenes, capable of displaying a greater dynamic range than what can be captured with film, digital and even the human eye.
Posted in Creativity, Design, Technology | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

If Direct Partners ran an airline…

South Africa’s Kulula airlines recently received the rebranding treatment they applied this 101 guide to the various parts of the airplane.
Posted in Design, User Experience | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

What is User Experience and why is it important?

User Experience (UX) is a science, that uses the scientific method to observe, measure, hypothesize, experiment and draw conclusions. User Experience is constantly researching ways to improve the status quo, always investigating user interaction and formulating new ideas and methods to combat waste.
Posted in User Experience | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment