Web

Since 2009, I’ve made my living designing and developing web experiences. As the landscape of web and interaction has shifted, so have some of the technical aspects of my practice. However, my primary focus has remained largely the same – providing useful and elegant interactive experiences.

Usefulness in my case means effective delivery of information. I design experiences that leverage intuitive content hierarchy, which is easy to scan and absorb. And it’s imperative that messaging is made easily accessible regardless of device, connection speed, or physical ability. But the web shouldn’t just be useful, it should be elegant, and even delightful. I strive to create singular and well-built experiences that inspire user confidence.

As I am sure you know, the web moves quickly. If you'd like to see some recent work, just shoot me a message.

Pictures

While design exercises my fascination with clarity and order, my illustration practice probes darker and more nebulous visual terrain. I had studied illustration in college, but I came into my own in digital illustration starting in 2015.

It’s my belief that most people have much more in common than they do not. It’s a shame we rarely get the chance to share our hopes and fears in a constructive manner. The illustration process allows me to explore ideas and feelings without the burden of words.

Feel free to visit my illustration portfolio to learn more.

Progress

Just as we are concerned with provoking interest and delight, creators must also be concerned with creating products that do not cause harm or perpetuate human inequity. Applied artists must recognize that our skills and savvy breathe life into the messaging of our clients and employers. We should accept that responsibility in its entirety and acknowledge that art cannot be apolitical.

Just something to think about.

Human Contact

Or just do dan@dansz.com. Your call.