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Elevating a Photographer's E-Commerce Website
Photographers Website Design
Who for
Client: Chrissie Westgate
Location: Mersea Island
Website: Visit Live Site
What we did
- Design
- Secure Hosting
- e-Commerce
- Content Management
From Wix Woes to Bespoke Bliss
Chrissie Wanted to come away from a Wix website as it was difficult to manage and cost a lot to maintain, she wanted more stylised design showing her work in the best possible way.
What we did for Chrissie Westgate
Keeping the site updated and adding new photo galleries and sales pages quickly was important so our managed hosting was the best option as it was stress free.
I transferred the main content and deigned a site to show off her fantastic photography. Allowing visitors to purchase prints, digital downloads and her products including a photo book and a yearly calendar.
The Challenge:
Chrissie, a talented photographer specialising in capturing timeless portraits and vibrant landscapes, felt her Wix website was holding her business back. While Wix offered ease of use, it lacked the flexibility and design sophistication she desired. Its generic template made it difficult to showcase her unique style and personality, hindering brand recognition and conversions. Chrissie struggled to:
- Stand out from the competition: Her website blended in with other Wix-based photography sites, lacking the individuality to attract her target audience.
- Showcase her work effectively: Limited customisation options restricted her ability to curate a visually engaging portfolio that reflected her artistic vision.
- Convert visitors into customers: The website's basic functionality lacked features to optimise the sales funnel and encourage enquiries.
“ Thank you very much for everything, life has been very much easier this year, knowing you are there and also that you respond so quickly to any issues. ”
Chrissie partnered with us to create a completely bespoke e-commerce website. I worked closely with Chrissie to understand her brand, target audience, and business goals. After lengthy discussions I created a website that was:
- Visually stunning: A custom design reflecting Chrissie's minimalist aesthetic with high-quality photography and a curated layout, creating an immersive brand experience.
- Seamless user experience: Intuitive navigation, optimized product pages, and a clear call to action facilitated smooth browsing and purchase journeys.
- Feature-rich: Integration with my e-commerce platform enabled online sales of prints, digital downloads, books, calendars and other products, increasing her revenue streams.
- Mobile-friendly: Responsive design tailored for optimal viewing on all devices, catering to today's mobile-first audience.
- Search engine friendly: Basic keywords and metadata at the initial design phase gave the website visibility in search results, ready to attract organic traffic.
The launch of Chrissie's bespoke website exceeded expectations:
- Increased brand awareness: The unique design attracted attention and helped Chrissie stand out from competitors.
- Enhanced user engagement: Improved website traffic and longer visit durations indicated an engaging user experience.
- Improved brand perception: Positive client testimonials highlighted the professionalism and quality Chrissie embodies.
By investing in a bespoke e-commerce website design, Chrissie transformed her online presence. The website effectively communicates her brand values, showcases her work captivatingly, and facilitates a seamless buying experience. This case study illustrates the immense value that a custom website can bring to creative businesses, showcasing their artistry, enhancing their brand, and driving revenue growth.
