About

Open Your Website Today
OpenWeb Media is a solo web studio in Thunder Bay, run by me, Vel Lanquibo. I'm dedicated to making simple, functional, and attractive websites.
Professional Experience
I have 5 years experience working on popular and demanding websites for Thunder Bay Catholic District School Board, Thunder Bay Art Gallery, Confederation College, and LU Visual Arts Network.

Services

Web & Interface Design
Primarily making XHTML-CSS based layouts, database powered sites, rich Flash media, visual identity, and site redesigns.
Content Management Systems
Using open source CMS solutions to easily manage your site's content.
Consultation
Help with your website strategy, perform site optimization, provide seminars and training.

Contact

Speed, Quality, & Reliability
OpenWeb Media offers fast and reliable website services. Please use the contact information below to get started.
Contact Information
» Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada
» Owner: Vel Lanquibo
» Phone: (807) 620-0008
» Email: info¤openwebmedia.com
» Visit: http://vel.lanquibo.com

Projects

  • 4Fourteen Skate Shop
  • Thunder Bay Skateboard Coalition
  • Thunder Bay Catholic District School Board
  • Student Transportation Services of Thunder Bay
  • Northwestern Ontario Skateboarding Community
  • Thunder Bay Art Gallery
  • Lakehead University Visual Arts Network
  • Vel Lanquibo's Blog
  • Vel Lanquibo's Lifestream
  • Vel Lanquibo's Portfolio
4Fourteen Skate Shop
Project Status
Client: 4Fourteen Skate Shop
Online: June 8, 2009
Visit: http://4fourteenskateshop.ca
Deliverables: Site Design, XHTML-CSS, CMS Integration
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I designed the theme and integrated it with an open source content management system. I helped to train staff on the website features and content updates.
Thunder Bay Skateboard Coalition
Project Status
Client: Thunder Bay Skateboard Coalition
Online: March 31, 2009
Visit: http://tbsc.ca
Deliverables: Site Design, XHTML-CSS, CMS Integration
More Details
I designed the theme and integrated it with an open source content management system. I helped to train staff on the website features and content updates. I'm currently maintaining it and posting on the blog. I donated this website to the organization.
Thunder Bay Catholic District School Board
Project Status
Client: Thunder Bay Catholic District School Board
Online: August 16, 2006
Visit: http://www.tbcdsb.on.ca
Deliverables: Site Redesign, XHTML-CSS, CMS Integration
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They wanted a new design with a simple and powerful CMS. I installed and customized an open source content management system for their main website and their 22 school sites. I designed the theme and copied all requested content from their previous websites. Helped to train staff on the new website features and content updates. I'm currently providing site maintenance and technical assistance.
Thunder Bay Catholic District School Board
Project Status
Client: Student Transportation Services of Thunder Bay
Online: January 30, 2009
Visit: http://www.ststb.ca
Deliverables: Site Design, XHTML-CSS, CMS Integration
More Details
I designed the theme and integrated it with an open source content management system. I helped to train staff on the website features and content updates. I'm currently providing site maintenance and technical assistance.
Northwestern Ontario Skateboarding Community
Project Status
Client: Northwestern Ontario Skateboarding Community
Online: September 8, 2008
Visit: http://nwoskaters.ca
Deliverables: Visual Identity, XHTML-CSS, CMS Integration
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NWOskaters.ca is a website dedicated to the skaters, filmers, photographers, and organizations involved in the Northwestern Ontario skateboarding community. I'm currently maintaining site content and features.
Thunder Bay Art Gallery
Project Status
Client: Thunder Bay Art Gallery
Online: June 21, 2007
Visit: http://www.theag.ca
Deliverables: Site Redesign, XHTML-CSS, CMS Integration
More Details
They wanted a new design with a simple CMS. I installed and customized an open source content management system. I copied all content from their previous website and trained staff to use the CMS. Site content is maintained by their communications department. You can view their old website at theag.ca/_old_website_backup.
Lakehead University Visual Arts Network
Project Status
Client: Lakehead University Visual Arts Network
Online: December 20, 2003
Updated: January 25, 2009
Visit: http://www.luvan.net
Deliverables: Interface Design, XHTML-CSS, CMS Integration
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The Lakehead University Visual Arts Network is an independent student run club dedicated to increasing the awareness of art within the community. This site was one of my first and it made me interested in web design. It started as basic HTML edited with notepad, but now it's powered by a CMS. I'm currently maintaining site content and features.
Project Status
Client: Me (Vel Lanquibo)
Online: June 16, 2006
Updated: May 19, 2009
Visit: http://ummm.lanquibo.com
Deliverables: Visual Identity, XHTML-CSS, CMS Integration
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My blog contains project updates, technology reviews, tutorials, and random rants.
Project Status
Client: Me (Vel Lanquibo)
Online: January 22, 2009
Updated: May 19, 2009
Visit: http://vel.lanquibo.com
Deliverables: Visual Identity, XHTML-CSS, Lifestream Integration
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My lifestream site feeds content from my blog, Flickr, and Twitter.
Project Status
Client: Me (Vel Lanquibo)
Online: November 27, 2007
Updated: June 14, 2009
Visit: http://portfolio.lanquibo.com
Deliverables: Visual Identity, ActionScript, Videos
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My portfolio showcases some of my recent projects.