Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment to Accessibility

Matt's Concrete Art (tupacrose.com) is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We continually improve the user experience for everyone and apply relevant accessibility standards developed by the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).

Just as our concrete roses represent resilience and the ability to flourish against all odds, we believe that our website should be accessible to all users, regardless of their abilities or the assistive technologies they use.

Conformance Status

Current Conformance: WCAG 2.1 Level AA

What This Means

• Level AA Compliance: Our website meets the WCAG 2.1 Level AA success criteria, which is the standard recommended for most websites
• Continuous Improvement: We are working toward Level AAA compliance where feasible
• Regular Testing: Our accessibility features are tested with automated tools and manual testing

Accessibility Features

Visual Accessibility

• High contrast mode for improved readability
• Text resizing options (normal, larger, largest)
• Color contrast ratios that exceed WCAG AA standards
• Reading mode for distraction-free content consumption
• Dark mode support
• Color blind friendly mode

Navigation and Interaction

• Full keyboard navigation support
• Enhanced focus indicators
• Skip links for main content and navigation
• Keyboard shortcuts (Alt+M for main content, Alt+N for navigation)
• Logical tab order throughout the site

Content and Structure

• Semantic HTML markup with proper heading hierarchy
• ARIA landmarks and labels for screen readers
• Descriptive alt text for all informative images
• Form labels and error identification
• Clear and consistent navigation

Motion and Animation

• Respect for prefers-reduced-motion settings
• Pauseable animations and transitions
• No content that flashes more than three times per second

Technical Specifications

Compatibility

Our website is designed to be compatible with the following assistive technologies:

• Screen readers (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver)
• Voice recognition software
• Keyboard-only navigation
• Screen magnification software

Supported Browsers

• Chrome 90 and later
• Firefox 88 and later
• Safari 14 and later
• Edge 90 and later
• Mobile browsers on iOS and Android

Technologies Used

• HTML5 with semantic markup
• CSS3 with accessibility enhancements
• JavaScript with progressive enhancement
• ARIA attributes for enhanced accessibility

Accessibility Tools

We provide an accessibility toolbar in the bottom left corner of every page that includes:

Accessibility tools developed by AppWT LLC

Known Issues and Limitations

We are continuously working to improve accessibility. Currently known limitations include:

• Some third-party embedded content (like maps) may have limited accessibility features
• PDF documents linked from our site may not be fully accessible (we are working to provide alternative formats)
• Some complex animations may not be fully controllable in all browsers

Our Improvement Plan

• Regular accessibility audits using automated and manual testing
• User testing with people who use assistive technologies
• Ongoing staff training on accessibility best practices
• Updates to maintain compatibility with new assistive technologies

Feedback and Contact Information

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. Please let us know if you encounter accessibility barriers:

We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 2 business days.

When Contacting Us, Please Include:

• The specific page or feature you're having trouble with
• What assistive technology you're using (if any)
• What browser and version you're using
• A description of the problem you encountered

Assessment Methods

Our accessibility assessment was conducted using the following methods:

Automated Testing

• axe DevTools - Chrome/Firefox extension
• WAVE - WebAIM evaluation tool
• Lighthouse - Chrome DevTools audit
• Pa11y - Command line testing

Manual Testing

• Keyboard-only navigation testing
• Screen reader testing (NVDA, VoiceOver)
• Color contrast verification
• Zoom testing up to 400%
• Focus indicator verification

Standards and Guidelines

• Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1
• Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act
• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Title III

Our Accessibility Promise

Like the rose that grew from concrete in Tupac's inspiring poem, we believe that barriers should not prevent anyone from accessing beautiful art and meaningful content. Our commitment to accessibility is not just about compliance—it's about creating an inclusive experience that honors the spirit of resilience and hope that our art represents.

We will continue to monitor, test, and improve our website's accessibility to ensure that everyone can experience the beauty and inspiration of our concrete art, regardless of their abilities or the tools they use to navigate the web.

"Long live the Rose that grew from concrete when no one else ever cared!" — 2Pac