Oh, the difference a PROFESSIONAL WEBSITE can make!
Expert Website Designer for Artists: Website in a Week Service
Trading your precious creative time for endless, overwhelming hours on the computer is not your only option.
Website in a Week
It’s about time your art got the online presence it deserves
My Website in a Week service is designed to help artists like you build an online platform that highlights your awe-inspiring artwork and story. You’ll need someone who can take your story, voice, and unique approach and transform it into a stunning art website design—and well, that just happens to be my specialty.
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Holistic branding + words that elevate your art and connect it to your audience… all set on a website you won’t want to stop sharing with the world. The website builder for artists you’ve been looking for.
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Meet Mariana Durst: Brand Strategist and Expert Web Design Artist
As a web design artist with a deep passion for art, I fuse creativity and technical prowess to each project. With a background in art and a vast experience spanning over 18 years in the realm of creative online business, I specialize in crafting visually captivating websites that eloquently showcase your story and strategically position your artwork.
Whether you're an emerging artist seeking to establish your brand or an established creative wishing to start selling art online, I can breathe life into your vision. Let me, as a website builder for artists, transform your website into a masterpiece that mirrors your talent and artistic journey.
Forget about the project-management headache and wait time of working with three or more different professionals.
A website builder for artists who’s ready to collaborate closely with you to craft a high-end brand that perfectly captures the essence of your unique artistic style— that’s what you get in this one-week website design for artists package.
From crafting an eye-catching logo to selecting a visually harmonious color palette and typography, I'll craft a brand identity that deeply resonates with your dream collectors.
But my commitment to excellent website design for artists doesn't end there. I go beyond aesthetics to deliver story-driven copy and strategic web design that drives tangible results and connects to your social media marketing strategy.
I understand your website is more than just a business card; it's your online home. And with my by your side, you’ll have a platform that connects with your audience and transforms visitors into adoring fans and collectors.
Your art deserves compelling copy that captivates, inspires, and, most importantly, helps you achieve your artistic aspirations—and that's precisely where I come in.
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Here’s what you get:
A 3-hour 1-on-1 Discovery + Strategy Workshop where we’ll uncover your holistic brand using The Liberated Artist Framework as our guide.
3 full VIP days where I focus solely on your project: one for branding, one for copy, one for web design and development.
The best website builder for artists to host your online store
2 hours’ worth of edits to get it just right. Doesn’t sound like much, but believe me, I’m fast!
Investment: $7,500
Only one or two spots are available per month.
Kind Words from Past Clients
Hope Johnson
What a joy it was to have someone understand exactly what I needed! It was worth every bit. I took the leap to actually ask for some help, and oh my goodness—I’m so glad I did. Mariana is the best website builder for artists!
Adele Sypesteyn
You understand my business well and have the talent to express for me what I want to convey to my audience. You get the artist life and struggles, and can deliver.
Louise Fletcher
Working with you was a real pleasure. You’re so organised which really helped me as a juggle a million balls and am always playing catch-up.
Moneeza Khan
I had a gut feeling Mariana would just get my vision. Don’t think twice about it. JUST HIRE Mariana, you will thank yourself later.
Time for your art to shine like it’s meant to.
How it Works
Bring the glorious vision for your art to life.
Frequently Asked Questions
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There is usually one per month. Sometimes more.
This allows me to dedicate my time to my clients and build your site on the best website builder.
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To make the most out of our time together, I strongly suggest having a library of high-quality images for me to use on your artist website. High-quality means large photos to be displayed on your website without blurring (1500px wide minimum) and have a cohesive look.
Other than that, I will guide you through the best website builders, marketing tools, getting a custom domain (if needed) and complete all search engine optimization. In no time, you’ll be displaying your online portfolio on your own website.
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Not at all! We’ll meet for the Discovery + Vision Workshop, a 3-hour intensive fact-finding nourishing discussion where we’ll arrive at the core of your holistic brand and unique message.
After that, we’ll wrap up days 2 and 4 with a 1-hr call at 1:30 pm Eastern to walk through the work I did that day.
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I reserve 2 hours of my time on Friday for any website edits you need in the morning. More time may be available at my hourly rate if my schedule allows that day.
Artist websites often take some edits, which is why I dedicate the two hour website slot for you. Because your site is built on the best website builder, edits on Squarespace can be made relatively quickly.
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The website in a week does not include populating your shop with all your art and goods. However, I will style it and create product listing templates for up to 3 product categories. You can duplicate these product listings and customize the information to make it easier to fill up your shop.
You can hire me at my hourly rate as my schedule allows if you want to hire me to upload your products.
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Yes! I offer one-off strategy sessions or a package of 5 calls for a longer-term engagement. Please inquire about open, long-term mentorship spots via my contact page.
I’m not only a website builder for artists, I can guide you with SEO tools, help you sell art online and build you a professional website.
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I’ll send you all your brand files in all your brand colors in 1500px wide .png format. If you need additional file types, I can provide those at my hourly rate.
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Then the Liberated Artist Blueprint is for you! Please check out The LAB here to get your online store up and running to share your online portfolio.
This is a great option for those who aren’t ready for a website. Once done, you can then start with the best website builder, marketing tools SEO tools, and blogging tools for displaying your work online.
I can also help you navigate the best artist website builders for search engines and portfolio websites.
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I accept various payment methods for your convenience, including major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover), and bank transfers. Please note that a surcharge is applied to credit card payments, which is not greater than my cost of acceptance.
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Yes, I offer flexible payment plans to accommodate your budgeting needs.
By default, I will take a 50% deposit and the rest the day your Website in a Week begins. However, you can also choose to pay in monthly installments so long as the total is paid before your Website in a Week begins. If you opt for a payment plan using a credit card, please be aware that a surcharge will be applied to cover bank and processing fees. This surcharge is not greater than my cost of acceptance.