Grand Illusion Cinema

As general manager of this all-volunteer run nonprofit microcinema in Seattle, I took on the redesign and redevelopment of its public-facing site. I built a custom WordPress theme and architected a back-end integration with the Agile ticketing API to automatically populate our film calendar—dramatically reducing volunteer staff workload and minimizing human error. The site supports tight editorial control and ticketing flexibility, and I continue to maintain it as the cinema evolves.

You can explore the live site at grandillusioncinema.org or click on the images to view full-size screenshots.

Dean Sluyter

I’ve worked with author and speaker Dean Sluyter for over two decades. His current site, built in WordPress using Beaver Builder, evolved from earlier versions in ColdFusion and Drupal. It supports book promotion, media integration, and event updates with a streamlined editorial experience. Our collaboration remains ongoing.

Please visit the site at deansluyter.com, or click on the images at right to view enlarged screen shots.

Rainier Atlantic Neighborhood

I designed and built this interface in 2003 as part of my graduate thesis in Urban Planning at the University of Washington. It is a JavaScript-based tool for comparing historical maps of a specific neighborhood in Seattle, to facilitate analysis of change in the landscape over time.

I am currently in the process of expanding its functionality, including incorporating Google Maps.

Smart Dropcaps with JavaScript & jQuery

This is a simple but powerful (and fun) JavaScript+jQuery dropcaps solution. It uses a combination of js and css to render a drop cap at the start of the first child paragraph of a given div class (or id). The letter will span a specified number or rows precisely, and will resize according to font size and line height.

Viewport Breakpoint Font Sizer

This is a Sass function I wrote to facilitate predictable viewport-based font sizes.

I wrote it to accompany my conference session on viewport units. 

It uses simple math to calculate what combination of settings would give us the font size we desire at a specific “threshold” breakpoint above which (and below which) we want the font size to increase at specific (and different) rates.

Experience it in action on CodePen!

When Money Is Moral

Built for David Mesenbring—author, nonprofit leader, and Episcopal priest—this site was migrated from Drupal 7 to WordPress to simplify content management and expand portability. I created a new design and WordPress theme while preserving key content and visual identity.

The site shares a technical foundation with Dean Sluyter’s, allowing for efficient hosting and maintenance.

Please visit the site at whenmoneyismoral.com, or click on the images at right to view enlarged screen shots.

U.S. House of Representatives

As lead themer on this CivicActions engagement, I implemented a fully custom responsive Drupal 7 theme for the House’s public-facing site. I translated high-fidelity comps into semantic, accessible templates while collaborating with back-end and UX specialists. Accessibility compliance and cross-device testing were core to the project.

Junk Drawer Photos

A long-running personal photo series and minimalist web project. I built this from scratch using vanilla PHP, HTML, CSS, and jQuery—no CMS. Visitors can explore a curated collection of literal junk drawers via a lightweight custom image slider. The site reflects my interest in documentary-style storytelling and digital ephemera.

Please click on the images at right to view enlarged screen shots.

GlobalNET

At CivicActions, I worked as either lead or sole front-end developer on several secure federal and local government websites. GlobalNET was one of the most visible of these projects, though much of the content remains protected or internal.

I contributed to the project for nearly two years, handling everything from UX planning through site building and theming. The site was built in Drupal 7, using the Zen base theme and a custom grid system to create a fully responsive layout. I’m proud to have played a central role in bringing this complex, security-sensitive site to life.

MTA Countdown Clocks

CivicActions partnered with Acquia to deliver the first countdown clocks in decades for the New York City Subway. I was the lead themer for the visual interface of these signs, which display real-time arrival data throughout the system.

This work required precision: I built pixel-perfect layouts for multiple display formats, ensuring historical fidelity and modern accessibility. I used Sass with viewport units and flexbox, and picked up a fair amount of ReactJS along the way.

Oikocredit Northwest

Oikocredit Northwest is a regional affiliate of Oikocredit UA, a global cooperative that provides fair credit to underserved communities.

Fezziwig helped Oikocredit Northwest establish a full online presence, including brand design, Drupal development, and a CiviCRM-integrated membership system. The site allows volunteers and staff to manage contacts, send newsletters, and maintain an event calendar, all within a user-friendly framework.

SCA Web Site

The Society for Commercial Archeology is a membership organization devoted to preserving the 20th-century roadside landscape—everything from diners and drive-ins to neon signs and motor courts.

I built the SCA’s Drupal site to support both member engagement and public access. It includes a CiviCRM-powered membership database with support for event registration, renewals, and structured editorial content. A visual timeline and archival integration help bring the organization’s mission to life online.

John Oates

Musician John Oates launched Good Road To Follow, a yearlong series of monthly song releases, and needed a web presence to match.

I designed and developed a WordPress-based landing page for the project. The site integrated media players, mailing list tools, and ecommerce options, all wrapped in a design that aligned with John’s branding and album art.

Kurt Baker Music

Kurt Baker is a pop artist based in Portland, Maine. I was brought on to build a Genesis Framework child theme to support the release of his album Rockin’ for a Living.

Working from StudioPress’s “Child” theme as a baseline, I customized the layout and styling to reflect Kurt’s playful, high-energy brand. The site features streaming music, video embeds, and tour updates in a mobile-friendly, fan-focused design.

The Movings Label

Movings is a Chicago-based, all-digital music label launched in early 2011. I was hired to create both the label’s visual identity and its web presence.

I designed the logo and developed a Genesis Framework child theme based on StudioPress’s Amped theme. The resulting site is clean and flexible, with support for music promotion, video embeds, and blog-driven updates.

Mike Evin

Mike Evin is a pop artist based in Montréal. I was asked to create a new site timed to coincide with the release of his latest album.

Using the Genesis Framework and the Amped child theme as a starting point, I developed a customized layout that supported music previews, press materials, tour listings, and multimedia content—all styled to reflect Mike’s new visual direction.

Music Geek Services

Music Geek Services is an artist services firm based in Nashville and Chicago, providing marketing, management, and digital infrastructure to musicians.

Fezziwig was brought in to update the company’s logo and develop a new WordPress theme. Working closely with the MGS team, I implemented a customized Genesis child theme that highlights client projects, consulting services, and digital media expertise.