Hello DP, I got a nasty email tonight, making fun of my web design portfoilo. And while I admit I havn't put nearly enough time on it than the work I've been hired too do...I wonder if I should approch the layout or design differently. I love my logo, and didn't think anything was really wrong....This jerk has gotten in my head with his comments....well you tell me what you think? http://ethicalchamp.com thanks
I'm sorry to hear about the email. I'm going to try and attempt to give you advice, but I don't specialize in design or anything. This is just from a consumer's point of view. Regarding your design of your website, Maybe it would look more professional with your logo stretched across the top. If you don't like that, try stretching the logo a bit to the right to have it align with the text box. It also seems that there is a lot of empty space on the right side, which is understandable considering its for your Blogroll and contact, but maybe you can find a way to integrate it into your website without having a big gap underneath.
I think it could really flow better if you used another theme, because there is too much contrast between a white background and a black frame, just my 05 cents.
I like it especially the navigation links. But, I don't like the logo. Maybe you have to contrast it with the background color. Or sharpen the image. Or just make it glossy. And about your white background, I strongly suggest to make that into a dark gray one, darker than the content's background color or the same color will also do. Trust me, it'll look better. My rating for now is 6.5 out of 10. Good luck!