[Zope] question about Zope capabilities

[Rich Robinson]

Hi,

I'm brand new on this list and writing to get a bit of insight here. 
We had someone design a web site using Zope, and very pleased with 
it.  That person is no longer with us and I'm not at all a savvy 
back-end person, let alone Zope-savvy.

At this point, the site is great for managing content via the 
database.  However, as far as I can see pretty much all the content 
needs to fit into templates, with the result that there appears to be 
little room for setting up a more free-form looking page that can 
incorporate graphics in a freer, more visual way.  Sure, we can add 
images and any HTML we like, but they are confined to the areas 
designated by the templates.  In other words, the site tends to "look 
like" a database-driven website - not unpleasing by any means, but 
I'm wondering if Zope lends itself to more "creative" looking pages 
that departs from the templated look.

At zope.org there is a list of sites using Zope that I'll have a look 
at, but I'd be appreciative of any feedback.  We are thinking of 
hiring someone with more graphics than back-end experience and I'd 
like to hear if anyone thinks Zope is adaptable to give someone 
plenty of creative expression.

Thanks!

Rich