ApertureStudio

A visually immersive portfolio site that puts photography front and center. Clean navigation and thoughtful spacing let the work breathe while guiding visitors toward booking.

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Project Story

Modern website development for Aperture Studio, a creative photography agency specializing in commercial and editorial shoots. I designed a visually striking portfolio website with immersive galleries, smooth transitions, and a focus on letting the imagery speak. The site features lazy-loaded high-resolution images, intuitive navigation, and a booking system for client inquiries.

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01
HIGHLIGHT

Full-bleed gallery layouts with smooth loading transitions

02
FEATURE

Minimalist UI that keeps focus on the photography

03
KEY POINT

Integrated inquiry form with project type selection

Breakdown · Breakdown ·

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Timeline · Timeline ·

Step 1

Discovery

Understanding goals, audience, and project scope.

Step 2

Design

Wireframes, UI design, and visual direction.

Step 3

Development

Next.js build, responsive implementation.

Step 4

Testing

QA, cross-browser testing, and refinement.

Step 5

Launch

Deployment, analytics, and handoff.

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The Journey

Aperture Studio needed a website that could showcase their diverse photography portfolio without overwhelming visitors. As a creative agency handling everything from commercial project shots to editorial fashion spreads, they wanted a platform that adapted to different project types while maintaining a cohesive brand feel.

Design & Development Process

I built this photography portfolio using Next.js with optimized image handling for fast load times despite high-resolution assets. The design prioritizes negative space and lets each image command attention. Custom gallery components support various aspect ratios, and the subtle animations add polish without distracting from the work itself.

Results & Impact

The final site serves as both a portfolio and a client conversion tool. Visitors can easily browse by category, view full-resolution work, and submit project inquiries. The streamlined experience has improved client engagement and positioned Aperture as a premium creative partner.

Performance · Performance ·

Key metrics and results from this project

98%
Uptime
1.2s
Load Time
A+
Score
+45

Portfolio pieces showcased across categories

+2.1s

Average page load time with optimized images

Performance Trend+24%
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Morgan Dev | Web Developer & Digital Strategist