A clean and minimal portfolio site designed to showcase the work of an automotive photographer with a professional yet personal touch.
Ian Branam, a passionate automotive photographer, needed a modern and simple online portfolio to display his best work and attract new clients. The focus was on letting the photography speak for itself, while keeping the site clean, responsive, and easy to navigate.
Looked at modern photographer portfolios to define what feels clean, professional, and timeless. Gathered inspiration while focusing on simplicity.
Sketched layouts prioritizing full-screen images, minimal navigation, and a smooth browsing flow. Ensured the photos remained the main focus.
Built the portfolio with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, keeping performance and responsiveness a priority. Added subtle animations to enhance the browsing experience.
Hosted on a dedicated server with SSL. Implemented basic SEO, image compression, and caching to make sure the site loads quickly and ranks well in search engines.
The finished portfolio is simple, modern, and focused entirely on photography. With fast loading speeds, responsive design, and a clean layout, the site feels professional while allowing the images to take center stage.
This project reinforced the value of keeping things simple while ensuring high quality.
Designed a layout where visuals lead and design fades into the background.
Improved skills in responsive grid layouts for large imagery.
Strengthened SEO and performance optimization practices.