I am looking into making a new web portfolio and not finding anything right on template sites. Anyone would like to work with me on this?
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- Format is very good and I've used it for a few years now. I've tried many over the years; SmugMug, Format, Squarespace. Just a few to name.I even wrote a quick blog on why I chose Format over Smugmug. You can have a read if you like:https://www.boydvisuals.com/blog/rebrandedHave a look at my site that has been built using one of Format’s templates.www.boydvisuals.comThe main site for Format is:www.format.comAll the best in your decisions.BestDarren
- I would recommend looking at Semplice https://www.semplice.com/it's a super flexible system which sits on Wordpress, a theme but so much more! Have a look at the showcase section to see what it is capable of https://www.semplice.com/showcaseThe chap whose baby it is has been rebuilding Carbonmadehttps://vanschneider.com/my-new-secret-companyNo vested interest, just used Semplice for a few sites and found it the easiest Wordpress setup by far, and I have used a fair few alternatives!
- Hey @rama lee,Like everyone said as far as template vs custom is concerned it depends on how dynamic you want your site to be.As a retoucher, I Format.com at www.rashpalgurm.com and I love the basic template I'm using there.However, if your looking for a mroe unique brand demonstration, then they are plenty of web developers around, including on this site I'm guessing.Still, have a look at Format.com if you haven't already and see what you think!Stay safe,Rash
- Hi Rama, just sent you an inbox message.I had the same issues months back not wanting to go the template option. Find them generic and after a while I started to recognise other photogs using the same templates.I opted for the custom option and am completely happy.I’ll be able to suggest what might work for you.
- Yeah, I totally hear you on the dilemma of using a template versus getting a site built.I have gone from custom-built site Wordpress to Squarespace and now on format.com:http://www.kidcircus.co.ukBut I know a couple of people who do some good custom sites, including:http://www.dropitlikeitsscott.com/https://instagram.com/builtbybains?igshid=1ruxhxkrh8j96I would consider Wordpress if getting a designer in proves to be too expensive. It’s a bit more of a minefield in terms of options, and there is a learning curve to go through. But it’s proven to be a very solid platform and great for SEO. It's no surprise that many well know organisations and famous people etc use it.Happy to chat more in messaging.
- @rama lee I think it depends on your own personal level of expertise and how much time you’re willing to invest. If you’re comfortable tinkering with pre made templates on square space/Wordpress/wix then spend a little more time and have a look for something that suits. Wordpress or squrespace will have something.But if there’s a specific design you have in mind I’d mock it up and have a web designer/builder look at it.I’m not trying to pitch to you here, but if you want to do the latter I can have a look?
- This page has loads of examples: https://portfolio.adobe.com/examples
- Hi Rama, if you have a Photoshop subscription with Adobe, it should come with free access to Adobe Portfolio which offers lots of templates for building your own website. Have you tried looking into that?
- @Deyasini Chatterjee I couldn’t find any suitable template on sites and wonder if I need to expand the search or hire website designer
- @Peter WrightWould you suggest to build one from scratch or browse around more templates on squarespace or wix?!
- Hello, what would you need help with?
- Why kind of help would you like Rama?
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