graduated and whereas I did everything but design in the beginning, I now finally have proven that we don't need agencies to do the design work for us and that was a big achievement for me, considering that everything I know about design is self-taught. I didn't learn anything about web design or PhotoShop during my studies, but I've worked hard to get to where I am now and that makes me really proud. Anything to Say to Other Female Designers? I personally love female web designs, not because I'm female myself, but because I find it refreshing to see designs that have been created by women, cause they're just different. For me Veerle Pieters was something like a role model when I started off with web design, because she's one of the few influential female designers and I've learned a lot from her. I wish there were more women in the industry! Nicole Foster Bio: My name is Nicole Foster and I'm a freelance website designer. I have an immense passion for creating websites that help business grow. I strive to create websites that result in happy clients. Portfolio: serenedestiny.com Twitter: @serenedestiny How Did You Get Into the Web Design Industry? I got into the web design industry when I was 12 and obsessed with coding. I really enjoyed making simple HTML/CSS layouts, so eventually I learned more about design and poof, I'm a web designer. Do You Think There is a Lack of Female Web Designers? I don't