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	<title>BlackStone Studio - Graphic Design + Web Design + Digital Photography</title>
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		<title>Green Energy of SA Retractable Banner</title>
		<link>http://blackstonestudio.com/blog/2012/01/09/green-energy-sa-retractable-banner/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2012 13:00:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>BlackStone Studio</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Banners]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Home Shows]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Retractable Banner]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[&#160; &#160; &#160; Green Energy of  SA provides “The World’s Most Powerful Reflective Insulation” to keep your home warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer. They usually setup a booth in local home shows to promote their amazing products and BlackStone Studio has designed and printed this new Retractable Banner for them to [...]]]></description>
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<p><a title="Green Energy Barrier San Antonio" href="http://www.greenenergyofsa.com" target="_blank">Green Energy of  SA</a> provides “The World’s Most Powerful Reflective Insulation” to keep your home warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer. They usually setup a booth in local home shows to promote their amazing products and <a title="Graphic and Web Design in San Antonio" href="http://www.blackstonestudio.com">BlackStone Studio</a> has designed and printed this new Retractable Banner for them to use for that purpose.</p>
<p>Retractable banners are great for home shows or trade shows! The setup takes only a few seconds and the vinyl banner rolls into the base so it fits great in its portable bag. The base and the bag are always included for free! Contact me for a quote!</p>
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		<title>New Website: Studio VIDA!</title>
		<link>http://blackstonestudio.com/blog/2012/01/02/website-studio-vida/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 02 Jan 2012 13:00:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>BlackStone Studio</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[Studio VIDA!]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Website Design]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[BlackStone Studio is proud to announce the launch of the first 2012 website! It&#8217;s a new year and Studio VIDA! is starting it strong. They have a new website and a second location opening this month too! Studio VIDA! is San Antonio&#8217;s leading and premier studio dedicated to Zumba® Fitness. Check out their new website [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a title="Graphic and Web Design in San Antonio" href="http://www.blackstonestudio.com">BlackStone Studio</a> is proud to announce the launch of the first 2012 website! It&#8217;s a new year and <a title="Zumba Fitness in San Antonio" href="http://www.thestudiovida.com" target="_blank">Studio VIDA!</a> is starting it strong. They have a new website and a second location opening this month too! <a title="Zumba Fitness in San Antonio" href="http://www.thestudiovida.com" target="_blank">Studio VIDA!</a> is San Antonio&#8217;s leading and premier studio dedicated to Zumba® Fitness. Check out their new website at <a title="Zumba Fitness in San Antonio" href="http://www.thestudiovida.com" target="_blank">www.TheStudioVida.com</a></p>
<p><a title="Zumba Fitness in San Antonio" href="http://www.thestudiovida.com" target="_blank"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-2575" title="Studio VIDA!" src="http://blackstonestudio.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/studiovida.jpg" alt="Studio VIDA!" width="530" height="427" /></a></p>
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		<title>Happy Holidays!!!</title>
		<link>http://blackstonestudio.com/blog/2011/12/20/happy-holidays-3/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2011 22:13:49 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>BlackStone Studio</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[eNews]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Holiday Message]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Season's Greetings]]></category>

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		<title>Green Energy of SA Pocket Brochure</title>
		<link>http://blackstonestudio.com/blog/2011/12/15/green-energy-sa-pocket-brochure/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2011 13:00:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>BlackStone Studio</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Posters, Flyers & Other Prints]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Brochure Design]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Pocket Brochure]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Trifold]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[This new pocket brochure is hot off the press! BlackStone Studio designed this custom trifold brochure with an inside pocket that can hold both documents and business cards for Green Energy of SA. If you are looking for &#8220;The World&#8217;s Most Powerful Reflective Insulation&#8221; to keep your home warmer in the winter and cooler in [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This new pocket brochure is hot off the press! <a title="Graphic Designer in San Antonio" href="http://www.blackstonestudio.com">BlackStone Studio</a> designed this custom trifold brochure with an inside pocket that can hold both documents and business cards for <a title="Green Energy Barrier San Antonio" href="http://www.greenenergyofsa.com" target="_blank">Green Energy of SA</a>.</p>
<p>If you are looking for &#8220;The World&#8217;s Most Powerful Reflective Insulation&#8221; to keep your home warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer, then make sure to contact <a title="Green Energy Barrier San Antonio" href="http://www.greenenergyofsa.com" target="_blank">Green Energy of SA</a>. They offer the highest quality products and provide an excellent service. Schedule a free estimate and you&#8217;ll most likely receive one of these pocket brochures designed by<a title="Graphic Designer in San Antonio" href="http://www.blackstonestudio.com"> BlackStone Studio</a>!</p>
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		<title>New Blog: Nicole Hatter Blog</title>
		<link>http://blackstonestudio.com/blog/2011/12/07/blog-nicole-hatter-blog/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 07 Dec 2011 13:00:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>BlackStone Studio</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[Blog]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[This week, BlackStone Studio launched a new blog for San Antonio photographer Nicole Hatter. Nicole already has a photography website, but she contacted me to help her out with a blog. She was using Blogger and wanted to make a switch to a new custom designed WordPress blog where she could showcase her most recent [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week, <a title="Website and Blog Designer in San Antonio" href="http://www.blackstonestudio.com">BlackStone Studio</a> launched a new blog for San Antonio photographer Nicole Hatter. Nicole already has a photography website, but she contacted me to help her out with a blog. She was using <a href="http://www.blogger.com/" target="_blank">Blogger</a> and wanted to make a switch to a new custom designed <a href="http://www.wordpress.org" target="_blank">WordPress</a> blog where she could showcase her most recent photo sessions at a larger scale. Take a look at her new blog and her amazing photography by going to <a title="San Antonio Photographer" href="http://www.nicolehatter.com/blog" target="_blank">www.NicoleHatter.com/blog</a></p>
<p><a title="San Antonio Photographer" href="http://www.nicolehatter.com/blog" target="_blank"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-2549" title="Nicole Hatter Photography" src="http://blackstonestudio.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/nicolehatter.jpg" alt="Nicole Hatter Photography" width="530" height="427" /></a></p>
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		<title>Laila Facusse Photos</title>
		<link>http://blackstonestudio.com/blog/2011/11/21/laila-facusse-photos/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 21 Nov 2011 13:00:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>BlackStone Studio</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Photography]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Head Shots]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Laila Facusse is not only a good friend of mine, but she is also a great personal trainer and a Zumba® Fitness instructor. She recently asked BlackStone Studio do a photo session with her because her passion is to help people achieve their fitness goals, and in order to do that she transformed her own [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-2536" title="Laila Facusse" src="http://blackstonestudio.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/laila.jpg" alt="Laila Facusse" width="200" height="200" /><br/>Laila Facusse is not only a good friend of mine, but she is also a great personal trainer and a Zumba® Fitness instructor. She recently asked <a href="http://www.blackstonestudio.com" title="San Antonio Photographer">BlackStone Studio</a> do a photo session with her because her passion is to help people achieve their fitness goals, and in order to do that she transformed her own body to inspire others and show them everything is possible! Take a look at some of her pictures in the slideshow below:</p>
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		<title>New Website: Service Shade</title>
		<link>http://blackstonestudio.com/blog/2011/11/14/website-service-shade/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 14 Nov 2011 13:00:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>BlackStone Studio</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[Website Design]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[BlackStone Studio launched a new website last week for Service Shade, a local family owned company that has been providing San Antonio consumers quality window coverings for any style and budget for over 80 years. They carry Hunter Douglas products and they are one of the select dealers that offer the Hunter Douglas Alustra Collection. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a title="Graphic and Web Design in San Antonio" href="http://www.blackstonestudio.com/">BlackStone Studio</a> launched a new website last week for <a title="San Antonio Window Coverings" href="http://www.serviceshade.com/" target="_blank">Service Shade</a>, a local family owned company that has been providing San Antonio consumers quality window coverings for any style and budget for over 80 years. They carry Hunter Douglas products and they are one of the select dealers that offer the <a title="San Antonio Window Coverings" href="http://serviceshade.com/alustra-collection.html" target="_blank">Hunter Douglas Alustra Collection</a>. With two locations, <a title="Commercial Window Coverings in San Antonio" href="http://serviceshade.com/commercial-services.html" target="_blank">Service Shade Shop</a> and <a title="Residential Window Coverings in San Antonio" href="http://serviceshade.com/residential-services.html" target="_blank">Service Shade Gallery</a>, they offer both commercial and residential services. Check out their new website at <a title="San Antonio Window Coverings" href="http://www.serviceshade.com/" target="_blank">www.ServiceShade.com</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.serviceshade.com/" target="_blank"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-2530" title="Service Shade" src="http://blackstonestudio.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/service-shade.jpg" alt="" width="530" height="427" /></a></p>
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		<title>Ramos Family Photos</title>
		<link>http://blackstonestudio.com/blog/2011/10/21/ramos-family-photos/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 21 Oct 2011 13:00:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>BlackStone Studio</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[Brother & Sister]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Last weekend, BlackStone Studio had the pleasure of taking some family photos of the Ramos Family. Our photo session was done while they enjoyed a day at a Pumpkin Patch. John and Dana Ramos have the most adorable kids! It was so fun to take pictures of these cute and loving siblings with each other, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p title="Kate's Frosting Cupcakes in San Antonio"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-2487" title="Ramos Family" src="http://blackstonestudio.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/ramos-thumbs.jpg" alt="Ramos Family" width="200" height="200" />Last weekend, <a title="San Antonio Photographer" href="http://www.blackstonestudio.com/">BlackStone Studio</a> had the pleasure of taking some family photos of the Ramos Family. Our photo session was done while they enjoyed a day at a Pumpkin Patch. John and Dana Ramos have the most adorable kids! It was so fun to take pictures of these cute and loving siblings with each other, and with their mom and dad. Take a look at some of their pictures in the slideshow below:</p>
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		<title>Finding Color Inspiration Online</title>
		<link>http://blackstonestudio.com/blog/2011/10/20/finding-color-inspiration-online/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Oct 2011 13:00:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>BlackStone Studio</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[Color]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Choosing a color palette for a logo, a website or any design project can go from fun to frustrating very quickly. Finding a great color combination can be difficult for anyone, it doesn&#8217;t matter if you are working on a design project, picking out paint colors for a room, or matching the colors on an [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Choosing a color palette for a logo, a website or any design project can go from fun to frustrating very quickly. Finding a great color combination can be difficult for anyone, it doesn&#8217;t matter if you are working on a design project, picking out paint colors for a room, or matching the colors on an outfit. Color can grab your attention or make you want to look away. It can provoke emotion and it can affect your mood.</p>
<p>People sometimes assume that as a graphic designer you always know which colors work best together, and although designers usually do have a better understanding of color, we can also sometimes get stuck trying to find the right color palette for a project.</p>
<p>There are so many online tools on the web that provide color inspiration. Below are three easy, free and fun tools I thought I&#8217;d share with you today. Enjoy!</p>
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<div style="width: 600px; padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #ccc; margin: 10px auto;"><a href="http://www.colourlovers.com/trends"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-2504" title="COLOURlovers" src="http://blackstonestudio.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/colourlovers.jpg" alt="COLOURlovers" width="560" height="160" /></a><br />
<a title="Online community that creates and shares colors, palettes and trends online" href="http://www.colourlovers.com/" target="_blank">COLOURlovers.com</a> is a place where people can create and share colors, palettes and trends. Its online community provides tons of inspiration for those seeking help with color decisions. This website offers many tools, but what I personally like best is their <a title="Track Real-Time Color Trends" href="http://www.colourlovers.com/trends" target="_blank">Trends</a> section. It explores the colors used on websites, logos, magazine covers, and even fashion in real-time. It provides you with the HEX and RGB values for each color making it really easy to get inspired and get to work!</div>
<div style="width: 600px; padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #ccc; margin: 10px auto;"><a href="http://www.colorsontheweb.com/colorwizard.asp" target="_blank"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-2505" title="Color Wizard" src="http://blackstonestudio.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/color-wizard.jpg" alt="Color Wizard" width="560" height="160" /></a><br />
<a title="Color Matching Application" href="http://www.colorsontheweb.com/colorwizard.asp" target="_blank">Color Wizard</a> is a color matching application you can find on <a title="Website dedicated to the use of colors in design" href="http://www.colorsontheweb.com/" target="_blank">ColorsOnTheWeb.com</a>. It&#8217;s easy to use and incredibly helpful when you are looking to create a palette around a specific color. You start by selecting the base color and the wizard displays matching options for it. It also allows you to request specific color harmonies (monochromatic, complementary, etc.) and it provides you with the HEX values of the suggested color scheme. Don&#8217;t have a base color? No problem, you can click on the Randomize button and it will choose it for you too!</div>
<div style="width: 600px; padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #ccc; margin: 10px auto;"><a href="http://www.pictaculous.com/" target="_blank"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-2506" title="Pictaculous" src="http://blackstonestudio.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/pictaculous.jpg" alt="Pictaculous" width="560" height="160" /></a><br />
<a title="Color Palette Generator" href="http://www.pictaculous.com/" target="_blank">Pictaculous</a> is a fabulous online color palette generator that works with images. You upload an image file and it creates a palette for you based on its colors. It provides you with the suggested HEX values, as well as an Adobe Swatch File which you can download and import to your Adobe design programs.</div>
<p>Hopefully these tools will help you choose the right colors for your next project. Feel free to share any online tools or websites you use to find color inspiration by leaving a comment below!</p>
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		<title>Sneak Peek: Ramos Family</title>
		<link>http://blackstonestudio.com/blog/2011/10/18/sneak-peek-ramos-family/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 18 Oct 2011 13:00:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>BlackStone Studio</dc:creator>
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