# Longbow Design and Marketing > Flexible, cost effective graphic design and web design ## Posts - [Snowdon challenge: mission accomplished!](https://longbow.design/snowdon/): On September 14th I took on the challenge of climbing the 1085 metres of Snowdon, (Yr Wyddfa), in a fundraising event organised by the charity, Animals Asia. They campaign against animal cruelty and in particular, the horrible practice of bear bile farming. There is more information about them below. A big THANK YOU… …to everyone […] - [Can you help me get to the top?](https://longbow.design/can-you-help-me-get-to-the-top/): On September 14th I will be taking time out from Longbow to take on the challenge of climbing the 1085 metres of Snowdon in an event organised by the charity, Animals Asia. If you’d like to make a donation to encourage me to get to the top, I’d be really grateful. There’s a JustGiving link […] - [Who owns the copyright of a design?](https://longbow.design/who-owns-the-copyright-of-a-design/): Occasionally the question arises of who ‘owns’ a design. For example, if a client asks a designer to provide them with the files used to create a design. Under English law, the intellectual property rights in a design belong to the person who creates the work, not the person who commissions it. The rights of […] - [The Ideal length for pages and posts in websites](https://longbow.design/the-ideal-length-for-pages-and-posts-in-websites/): In the competitive world of website Search Engine Optimisation, the ideal length for pages and posts has become a crucial consideration in. The length of text content directly impacts a website's visibility on search engines like Google. - [World backup day](https://longbow.design/world-backup-day/): Backups are so important. If you need convincing, see this site: https://www.worldbackupday.com/en - [Company stationery - what are the legal requirements?](https://longbow.design/company-stationery-what-are-the-legal-requirements/): When designing company stationery we need to keep in mind that there is some information that you are legally required to publish. This varies according to the type of business – sole trader, partnership, limited company and so on. This information is a quick summary (and does not constitute legal advice!) so to find out […] - [HTTP or HTTPS?](https://longbow.design/http-or-https/): Have you ever wondered about all this http / https stuff? The simple fact is that your site’s url should begin with https://…., for security, and to avoid getting penalised by Google. This blog explains it much better than I can. - [Website for tax consultant](https://longbow.design/website-for-tax-consultant/): Our latest web design project is for the tax consultancy Hawthorne Tax Consultants. Our aim was to create a site with a lively and engaging appearance and we wanted to avoid generic ‘business people shaking hands’ images. We therefore used graphic illustrations and lively colours to create the site. See the site here. - [What's the difference between domain hosting and web hosting?](https://longbow.design/whats-the-difference-between-domain-hosting-and-web-hosting/): I am often asked what is the difference between a domain name and web hosting? In short, they are two separate things. What is a domain? A domain name is the address that people got to to see your website. If your website were a house, then your domain name would be its address. The […] - [Search engine market share](https://longbow.design/search-engine-market-share/): The term Search Engine refers to whatever search provider you use to search for websites. You could be forgiven for thinking that Google is the only one but in reality there are several. Other than Google, there is Microsoft’s Bing, Yahoo and DuckDuckGo, as well as a few others. If you look at the statistics […] - [Lighting anniversary poster](https://longbow.design/lighting-anniversary-poster/): The lighting supplier General Lamps was started in 2000 and has become one of the country’s leading suppliers of light bulbs both online at lamps-on-line.com and as a wholesaler. Longbow was launched in the same year and we are proud to have worked with them since then to support their marketing, including their first website, a […] - [New e-commerce website for UK Radon](https://longbow.design/new-e-commerce-website-for-uk-radon/): Our latest e-commerce website is a fresh new look for the specialist technical contractor, UK radon Ltd. UK Radon helps people to identify and solve radon gas problems, which are particularly prevalent in Cornwall where the company is based. The previous site was created by us a few years ago and has been successfully delivering […] - [Do websites need www?](https://longbow.design/do-websites-need-www/): In short, no. It’s actually not necessary to use www in web addresses. In most cases, it serves no technical purpose. You can have a domain without it, and the website will still work. Adding www in effect creates a second version of a domain (a ‘subdomain’) and it’s theoretically possible to have different websites […] - [New website for innovative new business](https://longbow.design/new-website-for-innovative-new-business/): Our latest web project is for the startup business, Instaboiler, a project by our client Top Plumb. If a commercial or public building has a heating breakdown problem it’s a big problem for them. Find out how Instaboiler solve the problem, and how Longbow helped.   See the Instaboiler website. Looking for help with your […] - [Keeping track of time](https://longbow.design/keeping-track-of-time/): As a consultant, time is basically what you are selling so the big question is “How much time have I used, and what/who was it for?” If you were selling sugar, you would know that you’d made 2000 kilos and sold 1743 kilos. Tracking that is easy. You just weigh it, or count the 1 […] - [Derby museums virtual tour](https://longbow.design/derby-museums-virtual-tour/): It’s great to see that Derby Museums has created the site Derby Museums from Home where you can see their art collections as virtual online galleries. I love Joseph Wright’s paintings, especially “A Philosopher Giving that Lecture on an Orrery, in which a Lamp is put in the Place of the Sun”. Now I can […] - [You'd think it would be 50/50](https://longbow.design/youd-think-it-would-be-50-50/): When you try to plug a lead into a USB socket it will only go in one of two ways. So you’d think that would be a 50/50 chance of getting it right each time you try, right? So why do I get it wrong every time?! USB leads are conspiring against me. How about […] - [Website for horticultural society](https://longbow.design/website-for-horticultural-society/): One of our latest projects is a website for the Matlock Horticultural Society. As a Matlock business ourselves we are always happy to support local organisations and we were delighted to be asked to help the society raise their profile online. Read more here… - [First Aid training website by Longbow](https://longbow.design/first-aid-training-website-by-longbow/): One of our latest web projects is a new website for First Responders Ltd, the Hemel Hempstead based First Aid training business. First Responders offer 30 different courses and these are constantly evolving, so Longbow devised a content management system that enables them to manage course information as well as add new ones. The site […] - [What are RGB and CMYK and why do they matter?](https://longbow.design/what-are-rgb-and-cmyk-and-why-do-they-matter/): RGB colour The RGB colour model is an additive colour system in which Red, Green, and Blue light are added together in varying degrees to reproduce a broad array of colours. RGB is the basis of colours on computer screens and so is the system used in web design. Eyes work on the basis of […] - [I'll settle for that!](https://longbow.design/ill-settle-for-that/): I ran my password through a security check and this was the result. You’d think Password1 would be a bit easier to crack, wouldn’t you? Coincidentally, this is about the same amount of time you wait to get connected to someone on an average support ‘hotline’. - [It’s that time of year again](https://longbow.design/its-that-time-of-year-again/):  It’s that time of year again when the cool (literally), slick, trendy Apple mouse gets replaced by …… a slightly clunky, untrendy, but HEATED mouse! - [What is WordPress](https://longbow.design/what-is-wordpress/): WordPress is a Content Management System (CMS) based on PHP scripts and MySQL databases. Features include a plugin architecture and a template system, referred to as ‘themes’. WordPress was released on May 27, 2003, by its founders, Matt Mullenweg and Mike Little as a platform for blogging but it is now much more. It provides […] - [Buzz buzz](https://longbow.design/buzz-buzz/): When people get calls on their mobiles in films and on telly programmes, why don’t they ring any more? They just do a sort of buzzing vibrating thing. Useful if it’s in your pocket but not much use otherwise. Remember Jack Bauer in 24? He had a nice ringtone. In my experience, out here in […] - [Wanted to go to the moon but this is as far as we got](https://longbow.design/wanted-to-go-to-the-moon/): To Derby recently with Mrs Longbow to see the excellent (we are told) Museum of the Moon tour at Derby cathedral. Sadly this is a far as we got. The queue seemed to snake all the way round Derby city centre. Hey ho. Onwards to Derby Museum to see Japanese Ghosts and Demons: Woodblock Prints […] - [New website for Top Plumb](https://longbow.design/new-website-for-top-plumb/): Longbow has just launched a new website for the hemel hempstead plumber, Top Plumb. The site features custom designed icons and a lively graphic style. Take a look at Top Plumb’s website ## Pages - [Accessibility statement](https://longbow.design/accessibility-statement/): Accessibility Statement for https://longbow.design Longbow Consulting Ltd is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards. Conformance status The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) defines requirements for designers and developers to improve accessibility for people with disabilities. It defines […] - [Contact Longbow](https://longbow.design/contact-longbow/): 01629 732601 Give us a call, or use the contact form and we’ll get straight back to you. Longbow Consulting LtdT/A Longbow Design Inglenook, Oker Lane, Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 2JN. Telephone +44 (0)1629 732601 Registered in England and Wales no. 4848296. Registered office: Inglenook, Oker Lane, Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 2JN. - [Sitemap](https://longbow.design/sitemap/) - [testpage](https://longbow.design/testpage/) - [menu image](https://longbow.design/menu-image/) - [Longbow 404](https://longbow.design/longbow-404/): You’re on this page because the page or content you wanted to see is not there any more. Please use the menu above to find what you want. If you want any help from us, contact us. - [Graphic design portfolio](https://longbow.design/design-portfolio/graphic-design-portfolio/): Branding Large format Packaging Advertising Brochures/flyers Branding Logos and branding Logo for accountancy firm [Click image to enlarge] Client Deborah Gray PR What we did Graphic design Branding How we helped This logo was the starting point for a What we did » Logos and branding Light bulb cartons Client General Lamps Ltd What we […] - [Web portfolio](https://longbow.design/design-portfolio/web-portfolio/) - [PowerPoint design and copywriting](https://longbow.design/graphic-design-in-matlock-and-derby/powerpoint/): Microsoft PowerPoint is a great tool for sales, business and training presentations. It is quite easy to get a grip on the simpler controls and settings and most people are adept at creating a basic slideshow. However, to use it to its full potential to create a professional and engaging presentation is more difficult, and […] - [Our portfolio](https://longbow.design/design-portfolio/): In 20 years of web design, branding, brochure, flyers, banners and more, we have worked with clients of all shapes and sizes. On this page is a selection of projects, past and present, that we have chosen to illustrate the range of our work. Sit back and let this video save you the trouble of […] - [Case studies](https://longbow.design/case-studies/): Case studies Here we offer a deeper look at some projects to give some more insight into our skills and services. See our general portfolio. - [Thought for the day](https://longbow.design/thoughts/) - [Advertising](https://longbow.design/graphic-design-in-matlock-and-derby/advertising-design/): Advertising design If you want to advertise your business, products or services in print or online, Longbow can provide every aspect of its design and production. Whether you are looking for help with developing your own concept or want some fresh ideas, we can help. Images for advertising design It hardly needs to be said […] - [Website copywriting](https://longbow.design/web-design-in-matlock-and-derby/website-copywriting/): Website copywriting We all write things every day, but not everyone is comfortable with writing copy, and others just don’t have the time. Also, if the copy is for your own business you may feel too close to it; someone on the outside will look at your business with fresh eyes. Longbow is happy to […] - [Why is SEO important?](https://longbow.design/web-design-in-matlock-and-derby/seo/): Being seen in the search results, with the best possible page rank, is obviously important for most website owners. The process of optimising a site to give it the best chance of a good ranking is called SEO. There are some basic, simple things that can be done but it is a big subject and […] - [Wordpress websites](https://longbow.design/web-design-in-matlock-and-derby/wordpress-web-design/): WordPress web design WordPress is the web publishing system that runs about a third of the world’s websites. WordPress powers 35% of the internet. Over 400 million people visit WordPress sites each month In 2016, nearly 118 billion words were published on WordPress Nearly 28% of online commerce goes through WooCommerce – the WordPress e-commerce […] - [Responsive web design](https://longbow.design/web-design-in-matlock-and-derby/responsive-web-design/): Responsive web design means that a website’s content, such as images, text, videos and links, is easily and readily accessible on all the devices that might be used to view it. A site must work on the small screens of tablets and smartphones, as well as it does on a desktop computer. Why is responsive […] - [Large format display graphics](https://longbow.design/graphic-design-in-matlock-and-derby/display-posters-banners/): Update your old roller banners If you have an existing banner, pop-up or display system that is out of date, don’t let it go to waste. We can supply and fit replacement graphic panels. Longbow can design and supply posters, roller banners, pop-ups and all manner of display graphics. We also have plenty of experience […] - [Packaging design](https://longbow.design/graphic-design-in-matlock-and-derby/packaging-design/): Graphic design for packaging literally adds another dimension to the design process; the design needs to work as a three-dimensional object. Our packaging design process Before starting design work we give careful thought to the information that needs to be placed on packaging, and where/how it will be displayed. It needs to be clear and […] - [Brochures, flyers, leaflets](https://longbow.design/graphic-design-in-matlock-and-derby/brochure-design-flyers-leaflets/): In this digital, online age, there are still times when you can’t beat literature that is printed on paper, literature that you can actually put into someone’s hand. Longbow moves with the times, but our experience embraces the days when ink on paper was the main medium to promote businesses and products, so we have […] - [Logos and branding](https://longbow.design/graphic-design-in-matlock-and-derby/logos-and-branding/): A logo is a fundamental part of any business’s branding. It has a major impact on how your customers perceive you and is often the first visual clue they get about your business – on a business card, perhaps. It will represent you for many years to come, in a variety of different situations. Longbow […] - [Web design](https://longbow.design/web-design-in-matlock-and-derby/): Beautiful, hand crafted websites Longbow provides web design in Matlock, Derbyshire and all around the UK. Our mission is to produce websites that are attractive and visually engaging, as well as functional. We can help with the whole process of creating a site – including copywriting, sourcing images and producing graphics that make your site […] - [Graphic design](https://longbow.design/graphic-design-in-matlock-and-derby/): Longbow provides graphic design in Matlock, Derbyshire and throughout the UK. Our skills are built on many years’ experience in the design and print industries. So in addition to creative skills we have excellent knowledge of the technical skills which play a big part in the design process. We are experienced, licensed users of the […] - [Graphic design and web design](https://longbow.design/): Longbow Design and Marketing Graphic design. Web design. Marketing services. Longbow Design and Marketing Ltd​ Graphic design and web design, Matlock and UK Longbow Design and Marketing Ltd provides web and graphic design around the Matlock area and throughout the UK.  With many years of experience in both online and printed media we can provide […] ## Optional - [Agent (MCP protocol)](websites-agents.hostinger.com/longbow.design/mcp) [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)