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November, 2008 archive

I Want To Be A Rockstar

Nov

10

2008

For all those people settling down to another week of commuting, meetings and Excel spreadsheets - here’s a brilliant video to remind you of your childhood air-guitar dreams.

Lip-synching is a simple technique that’s been done a million times before, but that doesn’t detract from its impact.

They add to the global reach by having their performers in front of landmarks such as the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Times Square and St Paul’s Cathedral.

Nickelback’s video is brilliantly executed with guest appearances from the public, Gene Simmons (KISS), Billy Gibbons (ZZ Top) and numerous other celebrities.

Clients Speak - Newton Bagshawe

Nov

06

2008

“I am really pleased with all the work that Northstar has done for me.

The logo design is modern and clean and gives a clear professional look to the stationery and website.

The new website provides an excellent showcase for the work that I do and works smoothly and efficiently, and the copywriting for the white paper has brought clarity to my first drafts.

Northstar have responded quickly to all my communications and have taken on board exactly what I wanted.

All in all you have provided an efficient, responsive and professional service all round.”

Anthony Bagshawe, CEO, Newton Bagshawe

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CSS Creme - Northstar Design Award

Nov

04

2008

Northstar’s website have been accepted into CSS Creme. This is a recognition of great design and the latest standards compliant CSS technology.

CSS Creme is a free gallery of great sites. They encourage people to create beautiful original sites which are purely based on the latest CSS technology.

Promoting the best sites on the web is their goal and encouraging a community where quality is the most important criteria.

Of the hundreds of submissions they receive every month, only a few are accepted.

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