Using your website as an online portfolio
Many artists, photographers and art galleries have harnessed the potential of the internet in creating an online portfolio to showcase their work. An online portfolio holds the following advantages:
- Your work is available when you’re not: potential buyers can access your work 24/7 without leaving their desks
- The world is your market: with an online portfolio you can expose your work to a larger market as virtual destinations are more convenient to visit
- Harness digital storage: by storing your art digitally, you reduce the effort of carrying and maintaining your original pieces
Many of Hetzner’s customers have realised the potential of an online gallery. Photopia Images and Du Wayne Wedding Photography share their experience:
Case Study: PHOTOPIA IMAGES
Photopia Images is an online photo gallery displaying fine art photography produced by Chris Hartley that is marketed to the interior decor market.
Photopia Images has been with Hetzner since June 2007 following a recommendation from Hartley’s IT consultant. “With Hetzner’s reliable hosting infrastructure, I can showcase my portfolio online, ensuring that my photographic pieces are accessible to people far and wide,” comments Hartley. Not only is Chris able to showcase his work around the world without leaving his office, he also has access to interactive communication tools that enable him to receive enquiries and feedback electronically.
“Brilliant service is what makes the distinction between average hosting companies and Hetzner. Hetzner understands business and service delivery.” – Chris Hartley www.photopia.co.za
Case Study: DU WAYNE WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY
Specialising in wedding photography, Du Wayne has a passion for capturing moments that will live on in people’s memories.
The partnership between Du Wayne Denton and Hetzner began two years ago. “As a wedding photographer, having an online portfolio is absolutely critical and essential – potential clients can view the calibre of my work in the privacy of their own homes. Most of my clients go to my website and book my services according to what they see. My website speaks for me when I am not available,” comments Denton.
“Good client service and friendliness are hard to find in companies today. That is why I refer friends and clients to Hetzner.” - Du Wayne Denton www.duwayne.co.za
