Anne Patton
The Client:
Anne Patton is a Canadian author of picture books, children’s novels, and short stories, with several articles published in The Globe and Mail.
The Website:
A five-page site featuring Anne’s novels, articles, interests, and background.
The First Steps
The design process began with researching author websites and noting effective elements. While some prioritized creativity over usability, I opted for a simple, clear design for easy navigation. This led to the creation of an information architecture, followed by a Lo-Fi wireframe in Figma.
Design Inspiration
Anne’s books are the star of this website and she is blessed to have talented illustrators whose pictures showcase the spirit of each story. As I sketched ideas in Figma, it quickly became clear that her book covers would serve as the primary inspiration for the website’s design. To ensure a cohesive and accessible colour scheme, I used Adobe’s Colour Wheel. By uploading a screenshot of my wireframe, I was able to generate a palette that complements the visual identity of the books while meeting accessibility standards.
The Final Product!
