Keith Robinson Interview
Nov 12, 08:51 AM by Marko
Interivew with Keith Robinson at dkeithrobinson.com
Marko: Hello Keith !
Keith: Hey, what’s up?
Marko: For our reader’s could you tell something about yourself? (year old and other stuff)
Keith: I’m older than some people, I live in Seattle and I’m Creative Director and founder of Blue Flavor, an experience design company.
Marko: How are you doing these days?
Keith: Whew, pretty good for the most part. I’ve been working a bit more than I’d like, but that’s par for the course with a new company.
Marko: When did you first encounter a keyboard or computer?
Wow, a long time ago. I mean we’ve had computers in my family since I was a kid. I remember, when I was in High School, I had a Commodore 64 and my dad had one of the original Apple Macs. Oh, and at the same time I was learning to type on an old typewriter at school. How’s that for old skool?
Marko: What is your favorite art work /website!?
Keith: To be quite honest I’m a bigger fan of analog art than digital. I love the work of Dave McKean and have really been enjoying Tony DiTerlizzi’s work. Among many others. I don’t really have a favorite.
Marko: when you launched dkeithrobinson.com are you happy with the result of the site?
Keith: Well, I launched 7nights.com (7nights.com is the same) back in about 1997 or so. It’s been through many changes, the latest of which I’m very, very happy with.
Marko: What do you do in your spare time (I do realize that spare time, in this context, is pretty relative)?
Keith: Right now? Sleep. But usually I love to read, play sports, go to shows. I’m a big fan of leisure travel and hope to have more time to explore the world soon.
Marko: Do you have a favorite drink? How much of it do you drink?
Keith: Water. I drink lots and lots.
Marko: Would you care to give us a brief overview of what a typical day is like for Keith Robinson?
Keith: Hmm, ok. Well I get up and head to the computer right away to sort my e-mail, delete my spam and plan my day. I usually respond to anything pressing and then get ready for my day. I’ll then either head down to the office, or if I’ve got something I really need to focus on I’ll stay at home and work on it. Lately I’ve been having all sorts of meetings, so I’ll do one or more of those. I reserve my afternoons for writing and things like this interview! ;0)
Marko: I am always wondering how people such as yourself go about getting work? How do you do it?
Keith: Well I work hard and make sure people know it. I don’t try to go overboard with self promotion, but I do try and get myself out there. As well, having a good network really helps. If you’ve got friends in the industry you work in, it really helps.
Marko: Who are some of your biggest influences?
Keith: Well as many Web designers and developers I count Zeldman as an influence. I’d add to the professional list Peter Morville, Doug Bowman, Josh Davis, Jim Coudal…I could go on. Out side of work I’m a big fan of Ted Leo, Neil Gaiman, Tim Burton…
Marko: Is your background in design? What was the progression into web development and design like? How did that take place and why?
Keith: My background is in Web. I went from nothing straight into Web design and development. When I started there were no classes you could take and very few books. I learned by lots of trial and error.
Marko: If you where not a designer/programmer what would you be?
Keith: Unemployed most likely.
Marko: How do you like our site mcville.net?
Keith: I like it quite a bit. Love the black and white.
Marko: O it’s really that bad? ( :)
Keith: Well if you want to know the truth…just kidding.
Marko: What kind of music do you fancy?
Keith: I don’t “fancy” any kind of music. I’m not that kind of boy. No, I don’t know, I like many kinds of music from metal to jazz to indie rock. I’ve never been much for genre separation. Music is music.
Marko: What’s your favorite food?
Keith: Avocado Egg-rolls.
Marko: Where do you get out on Saturday’s?
Keith: Well, to shows usually. This weekend I’m going to catch Ben Lee. That should be great.
some relaxing question to follow
Marko: Chinese or Thai (food)?
Keith: Thai! 5 stars!
Marko: Coke or Pepsi?
Keith: Dr. Pepper
Marko: html or css?
Keith: CSS
Marko: Do you watch television? If so, do you have a favorite show?
Keith: I watch a little. Deadwood is my favorite right now. Oh and Invader Zim!
Marko: What would we find in your favorites bookmarks-bar?
Keith: Lots of porn. Oh and CSS tutorials.
Marko: What inspires you? This doesn’t have to be design related.
Keith: A good story.
Marko: Thank again for having this interview, cheers m8!
Keith: My pleasure!
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My answer would be “CSS”.