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Creating engaging video content is one of the most effective ways to showcase a product in action—and that’s exactly what The Rusty Pixel delivered in a recent project for Thurston Aeromarine Corp.

For this project, the client provided raw footage featuring the impressive Thurston TA16 Seafire seaplane during a live demonstration. The video captures the aircraft taxiing across the water, taking off, and cruising in flight—highlighting the unique capabilities of this innovative amphibious plane. From there, The Rusty Pixel stepped in to transform the raw clips into a polished, professional final product.

To enhance the viewing experience, the original audio was removed and replaced with high-quality royalty-free music, creating a more cinematic and engaging tone. The video was carefully edited down from a large volume of footage into a concise 2-minute and 32-second highlight reel, ensuring viewers stay engaged from start to finish. Additional production elements included a clean title animation of clouds at the beginning, a closing animation featuring the company’s logo, and a subtle watermark with a call-to-action encouraging viewers to visit their website.

Once completed, the video was uploaded to YouTube and seamlessly embedded onto the client’s website, helping boost both visibility and user engagement.

Based in Florida, Thurston Aeromarine Corp is an aircraft manufacturer focused on designing and producing modern amphibious aircraft. Their flagship TA16 Seafire combines cutting-edge engineering with versatility, making it ideal for both recreational and utility use on land and water.

This project is a great example of how strategic video editing can turn raw footage into a powerful marketing tool.

Watch the video and give us your thoughts.

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Updated Logo Design for Warren Group, Inc.

When it comes to branding, even small refinements can make a big impact. That was exactly the goal behind a recent project by The Rusty Pixel—refreshing and fine-tuning the existing logo for Warren Group, Inc.

Rather than starting from scratch, the focus was on preserving the integrity of the original design while making subtle improvements. The overall look and feel of the logo remained unchanged, but adjustments were made to the font and layout to enhance readability, balance, and visual appeal. Sometimes, it’s these minor tweaks that elevate a logo from good to great.

Throughout the process, several font options and layout variations were explored. After careful consideration, a combination was selected that complemented the brand perfectly while giving it a cleaner, more modern edge. The result is a logo that feels refreshed without losing its original identity.

Another key part of the project was converting and finalizing the logo in a high-quality vector format. This ensures that the design can be scaled to any size—whether for business cards, signage, or digital use—without losing clarity or sharpness. The final deliverables included a complete, ready-to-use logo package for Warren Group, Inc.

Based in Melbourne, Florida, in Brevard County, Warren Group, Inc. now has an updated logo that looks polished and professional across all platforms. The final result came out looking fantastic, striking the perfect balance between consistency and improvement.

Take a look at the updated design and let us know what you think—we’d love to hear your feedback!

New Website Design for Vista Oaks HOA

The team at The Rusty Pixel has recently launched a brand-new website for Vista Oaks HOA, a welcoming residential community located in Palm Bay, FL. Built using a semi-custom web package, the new site blends functionality with a clean, modern aesthetic tailored to the community’s identity.

The design centers around a cohesive color scheme of green, black, and white—perfectly matching the HOA’s existing logo. This is complemented by a handwritten-style font that mirrors the logo’s personality, paired with a classic serif font for readability and balance. Each page features a consistent header with the community logo and main navigation, while the footer provides quick access to essential details like location information, the resident portal, and management company contact information.

The homepage makes a strong first impression with a large hero image showcasing the community, along with clear call-to-action buttons for easy access. Below, visitors will find icon-based highlights that showcase key features of Vista Oaks and the surrounding area, followed by quick links to important sections of the site.

One of the most important features of the new website is the secure, password-protected resident portal. This members-only area gives homeowners access to critical documents such as financial reports, meeting minutes, and other HOA records. This functionality also helps the association comply with Florida’s updated HOA requirements under House Bill 1203, which mandates that certain associations maintain a secure online portal for residents. These portals must provide access to governing documents, budgets, notices, and other official records, improving transparency and accessibility for homeowners.

In addition to the portal, the site includes dedicated pages for important notices, downloadable documents, and a contact page for easy communication.

The new Vista Oaks HOA website is fully mobile responsive, ensuring a seamless experience whether residents are browsing on a desktop, tablet, or smartphone. Built on the reliable and user-friendly WordPress platform, the site is easy to manage and update as the community’s needs evolve. It also includes a secure SSL certificate, helping protect user data and build trust with residents accessing the portal. As part of the project, The Rusty Pixel provided a complete hosting package for dependable performance and uptime.

Additionally, the team refined and cleaned up the HOA’s existing logo, enhancing its clarity and overall appearance so it displays crisp and professional across the entire website.

Vista Oaks HOA represents a well-maintained and community-focused neighborhood in Palm Bay, offering residents a peaceful environment with a strong emphasis on organization and communication. With this new website, the HOA is better equipped than ever to serve its residents and stay compliant in an increasingly digital world.

Checkout our latest online creation. Do you like how the fonts and color scheme match their logo?