Welcome to TonyStates.com
A Designer & Developer Making the Web a Better Place for the past 13 years!
my services
Website Design
We are here to help you design your website.
Business or Personal, need a large 300 page site built or just a nice small one?
We can do it!
Custom or Templated, we can start from scratch or use a template, it’s your choice!
Creative web design services, setup, management or upgrades. SEO and Social Media? YES!
Website Design
Website design is more than just aesthetics; it’s about creating a seamless, engaging, and user-friendly experience that effectively communicates a brand’s message. A well-designed website balances visual appeal with functionality, ensuring that visitors can easily navigate, find information, and take desired actions. Elements like layout, typography, color schemes, and interactive features all play a role in shaping user perception and engagement. Additionally, modern website design prioritizes responsiveness, ensuring that the site looks and performs well across all devices. Whether for businesses, personal brands, or e-commerce, a thoughtfully designed website helps build credibility, improve user experience, and drive conversions.
Branding & Logo
Branding and logo design are essential components of a company’s identity, shaping how it is perceived by its audience. A strong brand goes beyond just a logo—it encompasses the colors, typography, messaging, and overall visual style that create a consistent and memorable image. A well-designed logo serves as the face of a brand, instantly communicating its values and personality. It should be simple yet distinctive, versatile yet timeless, making a lasting impression across different platforms and media. Effective branding builds trust, sets a business apart from competitors, and fosters a connection with customers, ensuring long-term recognition and loyalty.
Content Strategy
A strong website content strategy is crucial for engaging visitors, improving search rankings, and driving conversions. It involves planning, creating, and managing content that aligns with a brand’s goals and speaks directly to its target audience. High-quality content—whether in the form of blog posts, product descriptions, landing pages, or multimedia—should be informative, engaging, and optimized for search engines (SEO). Consistency in tone, messaging, and branding helps build credibility and trust, while a well-structured content plan ensures that updates and new material keep the website fresh and relevant. By focusing on user needs and strategic storytelling, a website content strategy enhances the overall user experience and strengthens brand authority.
Build From Scratch
Building a website from scratch is an exciting process that involves creativity, strategy, and technical expertise. It starts with understanding the purpose of the site, the target audience, and key functionalities needed. From there, the process moves into wireframing and design, ensuring a visually appealing and user-friendly layout. Development follows, where coding languages like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript bring the design to life, often integrating content management systems (CMS) or custom backend solutions. Optimization for performance, security, and SEO is crucial to ensure the site runs smoothly and ranks well in search engines. Testing and refining the site before launch help guarantee a seamless user experience. A website built from scratch offers full customization and scalability, making it a powerful tool tailored to a brand’s unique needs.
Choose a Premade Template to save time
Building a website from a premade template is a cost-effective and time-efficient solution for businesses and individuals who need a professional online presence without starting from scratch. With a wide range of customizable templates available on platforms like WordPress, Wix, and Shopify, users can select a design that fits their brand and easily modify elements such as colors, fonts, images, and content. This approach allows for a faster launch while still offering flexibility to tailor the site’s layout and functionality. While templates provide a great foundation, optimizing them for performance, SEO, and user experience is essential to ensure they meet business goals. For those with limited technical skills, working with a web developer can help refine a template-based website into a polished, high-performing digital asset.
Maintenance & Updates
Website maintenance and updates are essential for keeping a site secure, functional, and relevant over time. Regular maintenance includes updating software, plugins, and security patches to protect against vulnerabilities and cyber threats. Content updates, such as adding new blog posts, refreshing product listings, or optimizing for SEO, help keep the site engaging and aligned with business goals. Performance checks, including speed optimization and mobile responsiveness, ensure a smooth user experience. Additionally, monitoring analytics and fixing broken links or outdated features help maintain credibility and efficiency. A well-maintained website not only enhances user satisfaction but also improves search engine rankings and long-term reliability.
Website Development, Blogging Social Media, Graphic Design, Video and Photography
We Build Websites and More!
Web Development, Blogging, Social Media, Graphic Design, Video and Photography
We Love Everything Web!
New Websites, Redesigns, Updates, WordPress, Server/Email Setup and Shopping Carts
Blogging & Social Media
Get your Blog Online, Complete Setup, Writing, Posting and Training
Graphic Design
I love creating Graphics and Logos for the Web
Photography & Videography
Audio, Video, Photos for Promos and Commercials
Featured Work
Website Development
I take pride in being a reliable partner for my clients
Building long-lasting client relationships in web development is essential to me because it goes beyond just delivering a functional website—it’s about creating a partnership that fosters growth and success over time. When I work with a client, I don’t just see it as a one-time project; I see it as an opportunity to truly understand their business, their goals, and their evolving needs. By maintaining a strong relationship, I can provide continuous support, adapt to changing trends, and ensure their digital presence remains effective and competitive. This ongoing collaboration leads to better results, as I can refine and optimize their website based on real user feedback and industry advancements.
About Me
Hello! I’m Tony States, I’ve Been Building Websites for 13 Years
With 13 years of experience in website design, I have developed a deep understanding of creating visually compelling, user-friendly, and high-performing websites. Over the years, I have worked with a diverse range of clients, from small businesses to large enterprises, tailoring each website to meet unique goals and industry standards. My expertise spans across custom website development, responsive design, SEO optimization, and content strategy, ensuring that each project is both aesthetically pleasing and functionally robust. Staying up to date with the latest web technologies and design trends has allowed me to consistently deliver modern, scalable, and high-quality digital solutions. My passion for web design is rooted in helping businesses establish a strong online presence and grow through effective, well-crafted websites.
- Web Development
- Web Design
- SEO & Social
Experience
- Custom & Template-Based Websites – Experience in building websites from scratch and customizing pre-made templates for unique branding.
- Responsive & Mobile-Friendly Design – Ensuring seamless functionality across all devices for optimal user experience.
- SEO & Performance Optimization – Implementing best practices for speed, accessibility, and search engine rankings.
- Branding & Visual Identity – Creating cohesive digital experiences that align with brand aesthetics and messaging.
- E-Commerce & CMS Expertise – Proficient in platforms like WordPress, Shopify, and custom CMS solutions.
Website Maintenance & Security
- Regular Software & Plugin Updates – Ensuring the website stays up to date with the latest security patches and performance improvements.
- Security Monitoring & Threat Prevention – Protecting against malware, hacking attempts, and vulnerabilities with proactive security measures.
- Backup & Disaster Recovery – Implementing regular automated backups to prevent data loss and enable quick recovery.
- Performance Optimization – Enhancing speed, responsiveness, and overall functionality for a seamless user experience.
Graphics, Social Media, Video
- Branding Consistency: Maintain consistent branding across all visual elements, including logo, color palette, and typography.
- High-Quality Imagery: Use high-resolution images and graphics that are relevant to the website’s content and visually appealing.
- Engaging Storytelling: Use video to tell compelling stories that connect with your audience on an emotional level.
- Visual Appeal: Invest in high-quality video production with good lighting, sound, and editing.
- Consistent Posting: Maintain a consistent posting schedule to keep your audience engaged and top-of-mind.
“My job is to make the website look good, your job is to tell me what ‘good’ looks like.”
” An artist is not paid for his labor, but for his vision”
