Today, I tried to make a simple web application. The guy named Jack Bridgland inspired me. I had seen his works before, and man, those photos are something else. So, I thought, why not try to build a website that somehow reflects his style?
First, I started with the basics. I sketched out a rough layout on a piece of paper. Just some boxes and lines, nothing fancy. I wanted the website to be super simple, just like Jack’s photos – clean and focused.
Then, I opened up my code editor and started with HTML. It was a bit rusty at first, but I quickly got back into it. I created a simple structure with a header, a main section for the content, and a footer. I chose a simple color scheme – mostly black and white, with a few gray tones, just to keep things minimalist.
- Created a div for the header.
- Added a few divs for the main content area.
- Finished with a simple footer.
After setting up the HTML structure, I jumped into CSS. This is where I wanted to capture the essence of Jack’s style. I played around with different fonts and ended up using a simple, sans-serif font that looked modern and clean. I made sure the spacing between elements was just right – not too cramped, not too sparse.
Next, I tried adding some images. I chose a few of my own photos that I thought had a similar vibe to Jack’s work. I spent a good amount of time adjusting the image sizes and making sure they fit well within the layout. It was all about balance and harmony, just like in a good photo.
The Tough Part
The trickiest part was getting the responsive design right. I wanted the website to look good on both desktop and mobile. I used some media queries in CSS to adjust the layout based on the screen size. It took a lot of trial and error, but eventually, I got it to a point where I was happy with it.

Finally, I did some testing. I opened the website on different browsers and devices to make sure everything looked and worked as expected. There were a few minor glitches, but nothing major. I fixed those, and after a final round of testing, I felt the website was ready.
It was a fun little project. I’m no web developer, but I think I managed to create something that captures a bit of Jack Bridgland’s aesthetic. It’s simple, clean, and focuses on the content. Plus, I learned a few new things along the way, which is always a bonus!