The Journey Begins
From DOS games to modern web development - a story of craftsmanship in the digital age
Where It All Started
Hi, I'm Jay — and welcome to STUDIO '73
In October 1973, the Sydney Opera House opened its doors — a bold symbol of creativity, connection, and vision. That moment was more than architecture. It was a celebration of daring ideas and timeless design — a reminder that great things are built with care, not convenience.
Just a few months earlier, in a quiet Queensland town, I opened my eyes to the world for the first time. From the beginning, I've been a dreamer — drawn to stories, visuals, and the beauty of seeing things differently. While other kids kicked balls, I was sketching ideas and building imaginary worlds.
That same spirit drives Studio '73 today. Every site I create is built by hand, tailored to the person behind it, and made to feel real — not robotic.
"Creativity isn't mass-produced."
Computing's Early Days
In 1983, when I was 10, our father brought home our first family computer. My brother and I dove in and soon created our first video game. It was in DOS — basic and clunky, but it worked, and it was ours.
That moment lit a fire. We weren't just using a machine; we were shaping it — learning how to instruct, invent, and imagine. Every line of code had to count.
The screens were small, the pixels were big, and the internet didn't exist — but it still felt like the future. That hands-on approach taught me craftsmanship, patience, and how to solve problems from the ground up.
At Studio '73, I apply those same principles to modern web development — intentional, efficient, and original.