Pixelcarve Blog

Being a PC based agency, firmly rooted in the Windows methodology, we were very excited with the release of Windows Vista in 2007. We adopted it the day it was released, and contrary to the Apple ad machine, have had tremendous success. There were initial growing pains, but most were quickly resolved with Google searches, and the vast majority were caused by unprepared 3rd party applications (which were fully expected and understandable). Vista is genuinely a superior OS to both the clunky Windows XP and the narrow-minded OSX.

Now comes word of Windows 7, which by all accounts is what Vista was actually supposed to be. For studios such as ours, with Vista operating as solidly as it does, Windows 7 presents and even more exciting leap forward.

Giz explains.
http://gizmodo.com/5070219/giz-explains-why-windows-7-will-smash-vista

The above video outlines some basic and fundamental points on how to make your website work for your business. The internet is a massive pool of potential customers, and in order to market yourself correctly to your audience, you need to start by defining your online goals, deciding what you want your customers to be able to do on your website, finding a proper host, and spending the appropriate amount of money to ensure you end up with a quality and long-lasting product. Your website is a virtual business card for your company, so make sure it’s done right the first time, or else it may end up costing you more in the long run.

Los Angeles, CA – (October 8, 2008) – The Winners of The 2008 W3 Awards have been announced by the International Academy of the Visual Arts today. Receiving over 3,000 entries, The W3 Awards honors outstanding Websites, Web Marketing, and Web Video created by some of the best interactive agencies, designers, and creators worldwide.

Pixelcarve Inc. was selected as one of the Silver Winners this year for the Yabupushelberg.com website branding.

“We were amazed at the caliber and quality of work received this year. Our winners continue to push the envelope of internet creativity and web design, and it is gratifying to see such great work from the smallest agencies to the biggest firms” said Linda Day, the director of the IAVA. “On behalf of the The International Academy of the Visual Arts, we are honored to recognize our winners as they continue to set a high standard of excellence for Web development.” 

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Pixelcarve is honoured to be a part of The VinCambridge 2008 event that was held at Via Allegro Ristorante, with proceeds going towards the Jean Lumb Foundation.

Arlene Chan, President of the Jean Lumb Foundation said, “I would like to thank you and Pixelcarve for your generous support of the 2008 VinCambridge”

“Through the generosity of businesses, like Pixelcarve, we are proud to maintain the tradition of the Jean Lumb Awards, now in their 11th year.”

“… Awards are given annually to recognize the extraodinary talents and skills of young people and to encourage their continued quest for excellence.”

“… event was a great success, in large part due to the support of you and Pixelcarve.”

See the complete letter here.

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Founded in 1976, Tour East Holidays had grown from a niche Asia travel wholesaler to one of the nation’s largest, most diverse and fully integrated full-service travel companies. However, their brand had limited awareness in the mainstream North American market. Even though they operate in offices worldwide, with over 165,000 trips arranged annually, they were slowly losing market share to increasing competition. Over the past few years, more and more specialized travel agencies have tried to capitalize on this billion dollar market, leaving Tour East Holidays looking for a new strategy to stay ahead. (more…)