Photography Portfolio Websites | Tips and Examples
Here are a collection of some tips, tricks and examples for making your photography portfolio website. Find your inspiration.
July 9, 2021
Michelle Chrystal Hazell
Theme used: SkylineMichelle calls herself an “Artographer”, a term pioneered by her to relay the unlikeness she has among other artists; though ‘art’ and ‘photography’ only convey the occupational side of her creations. The extension factor that sets the standard in her city is her avant-garde minds-eye for brilliance in photographic texture.
https://ellenaturel.format.com
Alessandro Gruetzmacher
Theme used: OffsetAlessandro Gruetzmacher was born in 1984 in the state of Santa Catarina, southern Brazil. He started taking photographs during his graduation, and graduated in advertising in 2005. In 2010 he ended his specialization in photography, when he developed his first project with long exposures in Florianópolis, SC. He currently lives and works in São Paulo, SP and develops projects using long exposures in Brazil and other countries.
https://gruetzmacher.format.com
Paola Alvarez
Theme used: GlossPaola is a fashion and beauty photographer based in Vancouver, providing photography globally and throughout Canada and Mexico. Her inspirations include womanhood, symbolism and culture.
https://paohlala.format.com
Robert Hunter
Theme used: Horizon LeftRob Hunter’s look book is a visual tapestry that blends creativity, lifestyle, studio, and lighting. Rob’s work is a fusion of artistic vision and technical skill. His key strength is capturing those finite moments producing dynamic lasting images. The editing process then strengthens the image quality and overall vibe of the picture’s story. Rob has vast experience working with digital content creation for a wide range of clients and specifications. He also often creates innovative video footag
https://robert-hunter.format.com
Demi Richardson
Theme used: PointDemi Richardson is an analog photographer based in Dallas, TX. 15 years ago, she received a Nikon N2000 from her friend’s father and has been capturing diverse images of people and places ever since. With her preferred medium, her primary interest is in street photography, capturing the raw essence of everyday life while revealing beauty in the mundane and the stories that unfold on the urban canvas.
https://demirichardson.format.com
Lisa Paige-Smith
Theme used: ApertureSince graduating from a photography BA in 2008, Lisa's work within the photography industry has been varied. From family portraiture to food, photographing weddings has been a continued passion. Recently, she has completed a MA in Psychoanalysis, she is interested in the healing quality of creativity and the timelessness of photography.
https://lisapaige-smithwedding.format.comCreative photography ideas at home: Use a tripod or table
Don’t let your surroundings prevent you from getting creative with your photography. Whether you’re interested in still life photography or self portraiture, there are so many potential subjects in your own home that you may not have considered. A tripod will come in handy, but if you don’t have one on hand, try using a table with a sturdy pile of books and your camera’s self timer.
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Tina Babakishvili
Theme used: OffsetTina Babakishvili is a 33-year-old from Tbilisi, Georgia, now based in Los Angeles. With a background in the film industry and a passion for photography, she has been fortunate to combine her two interests over the years. Tina's love for photography runs deep, rooted in their family history - her grandfather was an avid photographer during World War II, and both her parents shared a passion for the art form. Tina feels the connection is ingrained in her genes.
https://tinababakishvili.format.com
Cathrine L. Walters
Theme used: MonocleCathrine started her career working as Photo Editor/Photographer for an alt-weekly newspaper and quarterly outdoor adventure magazine in Montana. Afterwards she traveled to Fiji to work as a Photo Guide for Rustic Pathways documenting students participating in service and adventure programs. She was accepted into a juried exhibition at Missoula's Gallery Saintonge in 2008 and the Missoula Art Museum's Triennial show in 2009. In 2011 she was awarded an artist residency at Jentel in Wyoming.
https://cathrinewaltersphotography.format.com
Anne McDade
Theme used: PointAnne McDade is a Photographer and Digital Editor from Madison, WI, and a graduate of the University of Texas with a Bachelors Degree in Fine Arts, focused in Photography and Digital Art.
https://annemcdadephoto.format.com
Ryan Nangreaves
Theme used: PanoramaRyan Nangreaves is a Toronto based photographer. His work incorporates storytelling to create rich and captivating images.
https://ryan-nangreaves.format.com
Mathilde Vey
Theme used: MediumMathilde Vey is a photographer based in Paris, born and raised in the Burgundy countryside. They specialize in cinematic-style street photography and use it as a creative outlet to capture memories and suggest introspective experiences. Inspired by their love for cinema, photography is a means for them to reconcile reality and life in its most trivial aspects. Passersby become the protagonists of their own narrative!
https://portfolio-mathildevey.format.com
Leah den Bok
Theme used: GlossLeah den Bok is an acclaimed fashion and portrait photographer who dedicated herself to capturing the stories and images of people experiencing homelessness. Since 2015, she has travelled to major cities worldwide, including Toronto, New York, and Los Angeles, to document the struggles of those affected by homelessness for her project, Humanizing The Homeless. Through her work, Leah aims to humanize and raise awareness of homelessness.
https://humanizingthehomeles.format.comBeginner photography tips for night photography: Let more light in
Since lighting conditions are so vastly different, the regular photography tricks don’t necessarily apply to night photography. If you have a DSLR, adjust the settings to let more light into your camera. This way, you can capture some cool images like city lights and silhouette portraits.
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Iyesogie Ogieriakhi
Theme used: Amazonlyesogie Ogieriakhi is a Nigerian-raised photographer and visual artist currently based in the UK. Her work focuses primarily on capturing people at their most unapologetic, beautiful and free. She is drawn to projects and subjects that allow her to explore non-traditional stories, beauty and people's relationships with others and their environment. With her work, lyesogie aims to reinvent the notions of intimacy, familiarity, and aesthetics.
https://byiyesogie.format.com
Katarina Bishop
Theme used: FabricKatarina Bishop’s work explores the themes of personal identity, memory, and home. Bishop was raised by her mother from Serbia and her father from the United States. She became a Serbian citizen which officially made Serbia a second home, and eventually, the conceptual foundation for Katarina's photography. Growing up with a foot in two distinct cultures, she is fascinated by the ways in which our sense of self is shaped by our surroundings and experiences.
https://katarina-bishop.format.com
David Sladek
Theme used: OffsetDavid Sládek is a Czech independent photojournalist living in London and a former reporter for the Czech News Agency. Since moving to London more than a decade and a half ago he has been focusing his photographic work on people, their lives and emotions. His main topics are: Protests in the streets of London, British car boot sales, ordinary life of people in the Slovak village Šumiac, people of South Bohemia
https://davidsladek.format.com
Amy Harney
Theme used: GraceAmy Harney grew up in rural Northern California where the Pacific ocean meets old-growth redwood forests. There is where she fell in love with photography. The colorful sunsets, the movement of the ocean, the tall trees, and the dark sky dotted with stars all gave her an incredible appreciation for nature’s beautiful scenery. This is what she's most inspired by. Amy hopes her photos encourage you to take the walk. Go on the hike. Plan the trip. Enjoy the beauty around you.
https://ebbflowphoto.format.com
Gabriel Orłowski
Theme used: SlateBorn in 1989, Orłowski is a conceptual photographer based in Warsaw, Poland. He holds a Master of Arts degree and graduated from the Polish National Film, TV, and Theatre School in Łódź. An author, collaborator and collector of photographic zines and books. Key issues in his practice are the Anthropocene, entropy and space, as well as the photographic image in itself. Orłowski’s practice follows a contemporary, subjective documentary aesthetic – his works range from grand, transformed landscapes
https://gabrielorlowski.format.com
Susanne van Kempen
Theme used: MeridianMeet Susanne van Kempen is a wildlife photographer, travel enthusiast, and conservation advocate. With a keen eye for capturing nature's beauty, Susanne's photography shares the wonders of wildlife across the globe. Driven by her love for exploration and conservation, she uses her images to raise awareness and inspire action. Join her journey as she documents breathtaking landscapes and remarkable wildlife encounters, inviting others to preserve our planet's natural treasures.
https://wildtravelssusanne.format.comFun photography ideas outside: Use nature as your backdrop
No matter what the weather, there are always endless opportunities for creative photoshoots outdoors. You could use nature as the backdrop for your portrait photography, or you could take inspiration from the skyscrapers in a busy urban neighborhood. While you can definitely just head outside with your camera, the most successful photos usually involve some planning ahead of time. Consider what time of day will provide the best lighting for your photo concept.
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Keizo Ueno
Theme used: FrameKeizo Ueno (Milan, Italy, 1981) is an Italian visual artist based in Bergamo and specialized in photography of fine art.
https://keizoueno.format.com
Eva Mercer
Theme used: FrameEva Mercer is an editorial and fine art photographer located in Central PA with a focus on still life, fashion, and street photography.
https://evamercer.format.com
Ohihonma
Theme used: Horizon LeftOhihonma is a Nigerian photographer based in Los Angeles. He uses black and white photography to tell compelling visual stories. Ohihonma explores a wide range of themes in his work; from examining how virility and vulnerability work in tandem with each other in the context of black masculinity, to visualising utopias sonically inspired by contemporary jazz, R&B and soul.
https://ohihonma.format.com
Zaineb Ouazzani
Theme used: SkylineZaineb Ouazzani, based in Casablanca, Morocco, is a portrait photographer renowned for her elegant, editorial style infused with vibrant colors and raw emotions. With a keen eye for capturing authentic moments, Zaineb's work transcends traditional portraiture, evoking a sense of timelessness and storytelling. Each image reflects her passion for creating visually striking compositions that resonate deeply with viewers.
https://createdbyzaineb.format.com
Vanilla Cloud Studio
Theme used: GlossMisha von Shlezinger is a Toronto-based wedding photographer, dedicated to capturing your special days using her expert eye in fashion, art and documentary styles. Her bridal photography has been featured in fashion magazines such as ELLE, Elegant, and Confetti magazine, and more.
https://shlezingerlifestyle.format.com
Antoine Bensa
Theme used: MeridianAntoine Bensa is a photographer based on the French Riviera in Nice, specializing in real estate, interior and architectural photography as well as portraits. As an artist he has created two art books: La Côte and Le Réveil.
https://bensaantoine.format.com
Nicky Woo
Theme used: Horizon LeftNicky Quamina-Woo is a Black and Native Hawaiian documentary and portrait photographer who divides her time between East Africa, Southeast Asia, and New York City.
https://nickywoo.format.com
Kyna Uwaeme
Theme used: TriptychKyna Uwaeme began photography as a way to find her voice in this world. Now she is a direct voice for her community. Kyna likes to focus on topics relating to identity, music, culture and women's issues.
https://kynauwaeme.format.com
Eden Schwinghamer
Theme used: HorizonEden Schwinghamer is a Toronto-based photographer born and raised on the east coast of Canada. Known for their narrative portraits, medium format work, and a strong creative voice, they pride themselves on a unique process and distinct image style. Working equally with Film and Digital, their unique artistic approach shines at every possible step in the creative process, yielding insightful imagery that taps into the cultural consciousness.
https://edenschwinghamer.format.com
Lanta
Theme used: ClarityLanta is an immigrant photographer living in Edinburgh, Scotland. With 15 years of experience in digital, analogue, and lomography, her work often bridges surrealism, nature and humans. She loves exploring people's feelings and body language, which she believes reveal the true beauty of the world.
https://lantasire.format.com
Anne-Marie Mueschke
Theme used: ClarityAnne-Marie Mueschke is a New York based photographer specializing in advertising and editorial work. She loves to highlight creativity-driven and sustainable brands and use her visual arts and film background to explore the most artistic way to showcase a subject.
https://portfolio-tleigqf.format.com
Maximilian Hetherington
Theme used: FlashMaximilian Hetherington is a fashion photographer based in the UK. He shoots for global brands such as NIke, Adidas, Tommy Hilfiger, Puma, New Balance, Umbro, and New Era.
https://portfolio-hmebnbp.format.com
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