Time for a new website look?

I was scanning through one of my LinkedIn graphic design discussion groups the other day and noticed someone asking about easy to build websites for designers who aren't necessarily web experts. There were quite a few glowing responses referring to Wix.com, so I decided to check it out myself.

Right from the start, I was very impressed with how simple, and well, just how plain fun it is to use! I've been wanting to update and refresh my website for a while, so I started tinkering with laying out a new Art Department website... and just couldn't stop.

Wix is a Flash-based sitebuilder, and it features lots of really slick looking transitions and movement, sounds and effects. I've never worked with Flash, but I had no problem with the Wix interface. It seems like a good way to build a site that's dynamic, professional looking and easy to use. I don't think there's any software to download, either -- it's all done online, so should be updatable from any computer, anywhere. I really like their templates, too; lots of fresh, contemporary layouts that were well designed.

Now, I've always heard that Flash websites aren't a good option if you want to be searchable by Google and the rest, but Wix claims they've fixed that and are search engine friendly... I'll be looking a little more into that before I transfer my domain name. Right now I'm signed up on their free service -- yes! I was able to put this all together without spending a dime! And that's something I really appreciate -- I didn't need to provide any credit card info or anything to get started. If I do transfer my domain to their hosting service, I can pay a fee (from $5 - $20/month, depending on the package), which will take their ads off, provide site statistics, etc, etc.

I'd appreciate any feedback regarding how the site loads, and what you think about the site overall. If you've got a minute, please check it out at http://www.wix.com/suekrauer/Art-Department.