A dozen art directors, creative directors and photo editors were commenting on what they want in a photographer’s web site. Here’s their agreed-upon list, *listed in order*, of the minimum requirements in a photographer’s web site:
1. No music.
2. No Flash.
3. Do not open any new browser windows. Do not resize any windows.
4. Quick to load.
5. Easy to navigate.
6. Easy-to-find contact information.
7. Great pictures.
Certainly everyone’s tastes and expectations are different. But note that most of the above points deal with technical aspects. Having the best pictures in the world means little if viewers have to struggle with your web site in order to see them.
Photographers, how does your web site measure up?
Seven tips for photographer websites
As a very frequent surfer and scanner of photo-related web sites, including those promoting the talents of photographers, and being a photographer myself I have to agree with this post 100%.
All the issues within this post are right on the money. I just wish that web designers would take heed and do some research before dumping crappy photography sites on us that drive us crazy to visit.
One can dream I suppose.