Spinks Creative

Spinks Creative is a Charleston-based Web Design & Development Boutique
Creating Engaging Custom Web Sites. Call 843.830.5210 to get started.

About


Spinks Creative was formed to help clients bridge their skills to those in need of their services. Our goal is to make your journey from idea to fruition as friendly as possible. Our artistry gets your message noticed with custom visuals that reinforce what you have to say.

Melanie Spinks is the founder of Spinks Creative. She has a Masters of Fine Art degree from Georgia State University-Atlanta and has worked in the field of graphic design since 1996. Spinks started out as a conceptual artist and museum arts preparator exploring methods of visual communication. In the late 90's she became intriqued with the potential of new computer technologies as a medium for expression and moved into the field to explore the digital arts more fully. She began work as a web designer and special effects artist with Kor Media in Atlanta, GA and since that time has worked in a variety of print, video, and internet venues. She has worked on products for clients such as Coca-Cola, CNN, Arby's, Nascar, FAO Schwartz, Turner Broadcasting, and various recording artists. She also enjoys developing the passion and potential in others and has taught at Georgia State University Atlanta, Charleston Southern University, and the Gibbes Museum Studio in Charleston.

Spinks is passionate about spiritual renewal in the arts. Her most recent exhibition was with Artist on Fire at this year's Piccolo Spoleto Festival in Charleston, SC View Art Website. Melanie also enjoys ideas and aesthetic exploration. In 2007 she completed the Masters of Arts in Biblical Studies from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. Foci included visual representation in Scripture and the spiritual in the arts of Israel and the Ancient Near East. Studies also examined theological views of art and aesthetics throughout history.

Call us for a discovery meeting to get started. We will take an inventory of your goals to plan out the best way to realize them. Our process is simple and clear. Let us help you let the world know you're here!


Services


Take Control of Your Content with a Custom CMS Website - Your Perfect Small Business Solution.

Custom Web Design

We begin with graphic design to make viewers take that second look! Your website is customized with visuals that reinforce your message.

CMS Web Development

We use the powerful WordPress content management system that allows you to update your website for yourself.

We build our websites according to Search Engine Optimization's Best Practices. We submit a site map to search engines to help your website be found.


Portfolio


Graphic, Layout, and Website Design since 1996...

  • Southend Brewery & Smokehouse Website

    Southend is a fixture in the heart of historic downtown Charleston. The Goal: highlight their spectacular atmosphere through photography, media, and graphic design. Event booking rose by 200% after the launch of this new site.

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  • Sy Rogers Communications Website

    Sy Rogers is an international speaker with a global ministry. Sy's website goal was clear and crisp user interface design. This was achieved through an icon layout on the home page connecting viewers to social media and interactive visual and audio.

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    SyR
  • Reconciliation Movie Website

    Producer Chad Ahrendt hired Spinks Creative to create the official movie website for Reconciliation. This website uses flash and CSS to create a custom look with dynamic interactivity.

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    Reconciliation Movie Website by Melanie Spinks Creative
  • Johnsons Website

    Johnsons Charleston was adding services and rebranding (formerly Johnson's Pub). They hired Spinks Creative to promote their renovations and additional food services online while not disturbing their already thriving reputation as the hottest Charleston night spot downtown.

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    Johnsons Pub Charleston Website by Melanie Spinks Creative
  • Joseph Salon Flash Website

    Joseph Salon is a high-end Charleston beauty salon who desired flash interactivity with emphasis on custom design. This was achieved through digital photography and animated elements that speak to the friendly yet upscale atmosphere.

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    Joseph Salon and Hair Boutique Charleston
  • Restoration Church Website

    Restoration Church was seeking a website that leadership could update. It is powered by the WordPress CMS. This site works as a communication tool for the congregation with dynamic events calendar and SMS text messaging from the website database.

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    Restoration Church Website
  • Doc Crows Restaurant Website

    Doc Crows Restaurant and Rawbar serves downtown Louisville, KY's Whiskey Row. The client wished for a rugged Americana that also complimented the historic urban atmosphere. Interiors and cuisine are showcased by interactive media.

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    Doc Crows Restaurant Website by Melanie Spinks
  • Bradshaw & Company Website

    Charleston Attorney Eric Bradshaw was seeking high design to compliment the nature of his work. The client set disciplined design parameters and focused pallet with which to successfully arrive at this strong yet beautiful minimalist site.

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    Bradshaw Company Website by Melanie Spinks Charleston
  • Amen Street Website

    Amen Street Fish and Rawbar Restaurant sits in the heart of Charleston's historic district. A block from the market and the Charleston Harbor, the client was seeking a high end website design that would feature its cuisine, atmosphere, and local history.

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    Amen Street Restaurant Website by Melanie Spinks Charleston