Squarespace websites for artists & creatives Artistic insight meets intentional web design
Thoughtful Squarespace website design for artists, studios, talent agencies, and cultural organizations — crafted with intention, optimized for clarity, and designed to evolve with your creative journey.
A website that reflects your artistic visionSquarespace sites for artists & cultural projects
Your website is an extension of your artistic identity — a space to present your work with clarity, share your story, and connect with the people it’s meant to reach. When thoughtfully designed, it supports visibility, new opportunities, and meaningful engagement around your work.
For many artists, the process can feel overwhelming — too technical, impersonal, or disconnected from the work itself. My approach offers an alternative: calm, collaborative, and grounded in your creative rhythm. I combine artistic direction, clear structure, and technical clarity to create sites that feel aligned, spacious, and intuitive to manage over time.
From focused portfolio sites to expansive, content‑rich platforms, I design custom Squarespace websites for artists, creatives, and cultural organizations, shaped around their work, their audiences, and what feels most authentic to their practice.
FROM ONE ARTIST TO ANOTHER Squarespace web designer for creatives
As a Squarespace web designer my background in the arts shapes every project, bringing a shared language and understanding to each collaboration.
With over 20 years immersed in the arts — from photography and acting to production — I bring a multidisciplinary perspective and a deep appreciation for the nuances of creative expression. My approach is global, intuitive, and responsive to the rhythm of your work.
Every artist and project I support is different, which is why each website is shaped with care — always grounded in respect for your vision.
Website design packages for artists & creatives tailored to your artistic vision
Squarespace website services designed to support different stages of an artistic practice. All projects are rooted in clarity, structure, and artistic direction. The difference lies in depth, timeline, and level of customization — allowing you to choose what best supports your work today.
FOCUSED . POLISHEDThe Artist Portfolio Website
From $2500
A Squarespace portfolio website designed to present your work with clarity and intention. Built on a pre-designed framework and styled with your content, this package delivers a polished, professional online presence that is easy to manage and designed to evolve with your practice.
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Independent artists and creatives who need a strong, well-structured website on a shorter timeline
Clear, focused portfolios without complex features or multi-layered content
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5 pre-designed core pages
(typically Home, Portfolio / Gallery / Work, About, Media, Contact)Supporting Pages
Privacy Policy, Terms, custom 404, and Coming Soon.Brand Implementation
Your existing branding (fonts, colours, logo, and visual assets) is applied consistently across the website.
This package does not include brand creation or visual identity developmentLight CSS Styling
Subtle refinements to enhance polish and cohesion beyond the base design frameworkOne round of revisions
Domain connection
One week post-launch technical support
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My role is to design around your materials and translate your brand into a thoughtful website. Every web design project requires professional, ready-to-use copy, high-quality imagery, and a complete visual identity, including your logo files, brand colours, typography, graphics and brand guidelines.
If your copy or images need refinement to meet professional standards, Copy Editing and/or Photo Sourcing & Curation can be added to support a smooth, efficient, and high-quality design process.
If your branding is not yet in place or is incomplete, my Web Branding Essentials or Branding Suite can be added before the website design begins.
CUSTOM . COMPREHENSIVEThe Signature Website
From $4500 / Limited availability — on request only.
A custom Squarespace website developed through a more expansive creative approach. Going beyond the Core Portfolio Website, this package offers expanded creative direction, greater layout flexibility, and custom structures to accommodate more extensive content and layered storytelling.
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Established artists and studios with layered projects, press, or publications
Cultural organizations and nonprofits with events, archives, or multiple audiences
Creatives whose public presence spans several roles (artist, educator, speaker, etc.)
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7 core pages
(typically Home, Portfolio / Work, About, Contact, plus three additional pages such as Events, Press, Publications, Projects, or Team)Supporting pages
Privacy Policy, Terms, custom 404, and Coming SoonBrand Implementation
Your existing branding (fonts, colours, logo, and visual assets) is applied consistently across the website.
This package does not include brand creation or visual identity developmentAdvanced customization
Tailored layouts and refined CSS (and light JavaScript where appropriate) to support complex content and distinctive presentationRevisions
One revision round for the initial design direction, established through the homepage, plus up to two rounds of design refinement for the remaining pages.Domain connection
Two weeks of post-launch technical support
Additional pages, galleries, features such as events, or functionality can be added separately as needed.
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My role is to design around your materials and translate your brand into a thoughtful website. Every web design project requires:
professional, ready-to-use copy
high-quality imagery
complete visual identity, including your logo files, brand colours, typography, graphics and brand guidelines.
If your copy or images need refinement to meet professional standards, Copy Editing and/or Photo Sourcing & Curation can be added to support a smooth, efficient, and high-quality design process.
If your branding is not yet in place or is incomplete, my Web Branding Essentials or Branding Suite can be added before the website design begins.
Artists website design
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Holistic Design Approach
A holistic approach that brings together artistic direction, structure, and technical foundations — so every element works together as a cohesive whole.
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Content Review
Content review to support clarity and cohesion — ensuring your content is well-structured and ready for professional implementation.
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Responsive Design & User Experience
Designed with clarity and intention across desktop, tablet, and mobile — creating a calm, intuitive browsing experience that’s easy to navigate on any screen.
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Basic SEO Structural Foundation
Every website is built with on-page SEO best practices, including clean structure, clear headings, optimized pages and visuals, responsive design and SEO Titles & Descriptions.
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Easy-to-manage websites
A personalized training video (and reference guide when applicable) so you can confidently manage and update your site after launch.
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Squarespace perks
20% off your first annual plan, free domain, first-year email, extended trial, & early feature access.
Who I work with
As a Squarespace web designer for creatives I work with independent artists, studios, talent agencies, and cultural organizations operating at the intersection of art, culture, and communication.
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Independent Artists & Creatives
Actors, dancers, musicians, directors
Photographers, filmmakers, writers
Visual artists, illustrators, poets
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Studios, Agencies & Cultural Organizations
Art collectives, recording studios, galleries
Creative agencies, cultural nonprofits, and museums
Talent agencies, literary agents, and design studios
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Project-based & Event Professionals
Producers, curators, and casting directors
Festival teams and cultural event organizers
Exhibition designers, and more
Additional way we can collaborate
Design Days Intensives
Fast. Focused. Transformative.
Starting at $750A structured format for meaningful change — ideal for refining, restructuring, or elevating your existing Squarespace website with expert support and clear direction.
Whether you’re refreshing visuals, updating layouts, or integrating new features, this focused session is designed to bring clarity and cohesion — quickly — without committing to a full redesign.
Squarespace artist websites
Explore custom Squarespace websites I’ve designed for photographers, filmmakers, writers, performers, academics, and cultural organizations.
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Film Director & Screenwriter
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Voice-Over School
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Fine Art Photographer
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Cellist
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Author, Researcher & Professor
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Film Editor & Director
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Production Designer
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Physical Theatre & Puppet Company
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Premier Scottish Highland Dance Company
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Photographer
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Photography Studio
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Squarespace websites for creatives
— Your Website Journey
A thoughtful, artist-aligned process that gives your website the foundation it needs — and your work the space to resonate. Rooted in clarity and care, this approach is designed to support your vision with intention, nuance, and ease.
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Our work together begins with an initial inquiry form. We’ll schedule a free 30-minute consultation to discuss your project, review the Core Package, and explore any relevant add-ons. If it’s a fit, you’ll receive your proposal, contract, and first invoice (50%) to confirm your start date. You’ll also gain access to your project portal to begin gathering your content.
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You’ll complete a detailed brand questionnaire and upload all your content — images, copy, and any existing branding. Once ready, we’ll meet for a prep call to review everything, finalize your site structure, and align on tone, direction, and flow. After the call, you’ll have one week to refine your content before we begin with your Squarespace website.
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With everything prepared, I’ll design and build your site with care and intention. The process is collaborative but streamlined — you’ll see your site take shape, review a preview link, and share your feedback. I’ll refine the details until the design feels aligned, clear, and ready to represent your work with confidence.
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Once everything is aligned, we’ll connect your domain and launch your new site. You’ll receive a recorded walkthrough to guide you through editing your content, and I’ll be available after launch for technical support to ensure everything runs smoothly.
In Their Words — Stories From Past Clients
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★★★★★
“One of the most unique things about Audrey as a web designer is the way that she blends both her artistic and aesthetic talents (which are considerable) along with her intuitive ability to truly listen to a client's vision, and bring it to life in a carefully structured process of research and dialogue.”
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★★★★★
“I love that she captured not just the content, but really the feeling and essence of what I wanted to share with the world.”
Hannah — Musician
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★★★★★
“Audrey launched my literary work into the digital world with great design skill, attention, and creative accuracy.”
Barry McKinnon — Canadian Poet
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★★★★★
“She far exceeded my expectations and easily translated the heart of my book into a stunning website.”
Pippa — Author
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★★★★★
"She didn’t just create a site; she built a story around the images, letting each photo speak for itself.”
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★★★★★
“Audrey is the complete package. She is an amazing designer, with colour, graphics, art and space. She is also highly organized which means that every single step of the journey is mapped out with excellent communication and even video tutorials! She is a gem!”
Voice-Over School
FAQs
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All projects require professional, ready-to-use copy, high-quality images, and branding.
If branding is not yet in place, Digital Brand Essentials can be added prior to design.
If materials require refinement, Copy Editing and/or Photo Curation may be included to ensure a smooth, high-quality build. I’m also happy to recommend trusted professional copywriters or photographers if needed.
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Core Artist Portfolio Website
Your website is built on a flexible Squarespace foundation and carefully styled using your content, visuals, and existing branding. The layout is refined and personalized, with light CSS enhancements to ensure a polished, professional result.This approach keeps the process focused and efficient while delivering a website that feels cohesive, intentional, and unique to your work — without extended customization or structural complexity.
Signature Artist Website
Yes. The Signature package is fully custom-designed from the ground up. Every section, layout, and interaction is intentionally developed around your work, goals, and content.This level of customization allows for greater flexibility, deeper storytelling, and more complex structures — resulting in a distinctive, strategy-driven website built to support long-term growth.
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Yes. All packages are designed as a strong foundation and can be adapted to your needs.
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Yes. The Artist Portfolio Website is designed as a strong, professional foundation — giving you everything you need to launch with clarity and confidence. When you’re ready for a more immersive, fully custom site, you can transition into the Signature Website.
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Pricing depends on the scope of the project, including the number of pages and any features added beyond the core package.
Most Core Artist Portfolio Websites start at $2,500 and typically range up to $3,800, depending on added pages or functionality.
Signature Websites start at $4,500 and may increase based on complexity, custom features, and content needs.A clear scope and final price are always confirmed before the project begins.
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In addition to the website design fee, you’ll need an active Squarespace subscription and a domain name. These are paid directly to Squarespace or your domain provider and are not included in the design package. I’ll guide you through the setup with clear, simple steps.
As a Squarespace Circle member, you will receive 20% off your first annual Squarespace subscription. You will also benefit from a free domain for the first year (on eligible domains) and a professional domain email for the first year.
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Yes. You’ll receive a personalized screen-recorded tutorial to manage your Squarespace website with ease. This ensures you stay in control of your business website after launch.
