Comments on: TIme to vote – on the color of my blog! https://gardern.co.za/2010/02/time-to-vote-on-color-of-my-blog/ Horticulturist Matt Mattus shares gardening expertise, research and science from his home garden and greenhouse. Thu, 13 Aug 2020 22:50:51 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 By: Matt Mattus https://gardern.co.za/2010/02/time-to-vote-on-color-of-my-blog/#comment-4549 Thu, 11 Feb 2010 07:13:22 +0000 #comment-4549 Thanks everyone. From my poll, it seems 76 % say keep the site the way it is, for now, anyway. I am going to try experimenting with the font and the tone of the color, I have come to the conclusion that white type on dark is a bit too much when there is alot of it. So I will try to keep paragraphs more simple, and place images between them. Images do look best on the dark.

]]> By: Terryk https://gardern.co.za/2010/02/time-to-vote-on-color-of-my-blog/#comment-4548 Wed, 10 Feb 2010 01:15:34 +0000 #comment-4548 I love the black background but it now appears it is the wood background. The photos just do show so well on this background. But really your content is what keeps me reading.

]]> By: Barry Parker https://gardern.co.za/2010/02/time-to-vote-on-color-of-my-blog/#comment-4547 Tue, 09 Feb 2010 18:32:04 +0000 #comment-4547 Tell us more about that amazing alpine garden!

]]> By: Liza https://gardern.co.za/2010/02/time-to-vote-on-color-of-my-blog/#comment-4546 Tue, 09 Feb 2010 02:47:14 +0000 #comment-4546 Wow, everyone thinks dark is best suited for photography? I find that interesting. I think plants in particular are showcased better with light backgrounds. That's just me. Apparently! 🙂

]]> By: Lambert https://gardern.co.za/2010/02/time-to-vote-on-color-of-my-blog/#comment-4545 Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:59:56 +0000 #comment-4545 I agree that with the current layout, it is a bit hard to read at times. Whatever you chose, I suggest you opt for a solid background (the vertical lines in the current one may be a little much on the eyes)
Just a suggestion …
Very informative site and fantastic photos, your blog is much appreciated!

]]> By: Rothschild Orchid https://gardern.co.za/2010/02/time-to-vote-on-color-of-my-blog/#comment-4544 Mon, 08 Feb 2010 15:35:18 +0000 #comment-4544 I've fretted over the same problem on and off for a while now. I worry whether I should have a beautiful, light and bright blog like a boutique style hotel.

The truth is I like dark backgrounds. They display photo's well and suit me.

I go to blogs that show individuality and yours is one of my favourites. I would be deeply saddened it you went all pale and wishy washy on me!

Stick to your guns, you have a good eye. Go with what makes you happy.

But yes the limitations of Blogger are frustrating.

RO xx

]]> By: Bob Hesse https://gardern.co.za/2010/02/time-to-vote-on-color-of-my-blog/#comment-4543 Mon, 08 Feb 2010 07:12:07 +0000 #comment-4543 This a wonderful blog, but I agree that it is difficult to read. I noticed that virtually all the designs you used to illustrate light on dark were meant to quickly grab an hold attention. Advertisers, some photographers, etc. There is no doubt that this design is more dramatic and eye-catching. My photo website etchedinlight.com is dark but it isn't meant to be read nor do I expect visitors to return frequently. Many artists and photographers are moving toward light backgrounds as are most museums. If you were to browse blog skins (where text is the important content), I think that you'd find mostly dark text on a light ground. Light text on a dark ground is gets attention, but is hard to read, in part because the light glyphs exhibit a glow which muddies the the outlines. This might be mitigated somewhat if we could employ lighter weight faces which html has supported for ages, but I know of no browser which now honors them. Combinations I like are dark brown or rust type on pale amber, rust, or straw. Blue on blue are easy on the eyes (in many variants). Images show up well (if with less drama). Here is a site I did for our local artists' group: winchesterartistsnetwork.org. May I make a plea – on a must visit daily site like yours, the changing content ought be the center of attention and the design of the site ought to harmonize with and setoff the content without drawing attention to itself.

]]> By: Anonymous https://gardern.co.za/2010/02/time-to-vote-on-color-of-my-blog/#comment-4542 Sun, 07 Feb 2010 23:15:19 +0000 #comment-4542 Hi, I prefer the dark backgrounds. Dark brown, black or dark gray definitely makes images stand out. I don't have a problem reading the type on your site, and I'm old (54) and often have difficulty with small dim printing. I also prefer cleaner screens with fewer distracting boxes everywhere and no moving bits (like your site actually). I enjoy your blog with its focus on plants. Keep up the good work.
Kitty

]]> By: Unknown https://gardern.co.za/2010/02/time-to-vote-on-color-of-my-blog/#comment-4541 Sun, 07 Feb 2010 21:59:33 +0000 #comment-4541 I think a dark backround compliments the photography best. Try playing around with the font color to make the text easier to read. I like this striated backround you have tried today.

]]> By: Mike Huben https://gardern.co.za/2010/02/time-to-vote-on-color-of-my-blog/#comment-4540 Sun, 07 Feb 2010 20:06:32 +0000 #comment-4540 Only one design? You're still thinking about paper.

You could easily allow readers to configure their own choices for font, background, text color, etc. using style sheets. You could give them just a few choices to keep it simple. Perhaps one that suits your ideas of stylish, another for light-on-dark optimal readability, etc.

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