Gabe Hearnshaw - nature photography website.
Gabe Hearnshaw is a UK-based conservation and wildlife photographer who specialises in capturing the raw beauty of nature.
Project overview.
Client: Gabe Hearnshaw
Gabe needed a website that would serve both as a digital portfolio and an e-commerce platform, allowing him to showcase his work, sell fine art prints, and promote his photography coaching services. We therefore had to deliver a site that would offer the following:
- Showcase photography: present Gabe’s nature photography in a clean, immersive format
- e-Commerce integration: enable the sale of limited-edition prints with a seamless checkout process
- Educational offerings: promote and manage photography coaching sessions
Scope of work.
- Website design
- Web development
- eCommerce
- Hosting
- Support and maintenance
Why WordPress & WooCommerce?
The site was developed using WordPress and WooCommerce to provide a scalable, user-friendly, and visually compelling experience.
WordPress was chosen for its flexibility and ease of content management, enabling regular updates to galleries, blog posts, and coaching content. WooCommerce powers the online store, offering robust e-commerce features such as product listings, inventory control, and secure payments. This combination ensures the platform can grow with Gabe’s expanding creative and commercial ambitions.
Key features.
To meet the project goals, we implemented a range of features designed to enhance both user experience and business functionality:
- Print store: utilising WooCommerce, the site offers a selection of limited-edition prints, produced on sustainable paper by The Print Space, an eco-conscious printing partner
- Coaching services: a dedicated section for photography coaching, allowing visitors to book sessions and learn directly from Gabe
- Responsive design: the site is fully optimised for all devices, providing a seamless experience across desktop, tablet, and mobile
- Blog integration: a blog titled Raw Nature: Behind The Scenes shares insights into Gabe’s photography process and field experiences
Results & impact.
Since its launch, the website has successfully combined visual storytelling with e-commerce, allowing Gabe to reach a wider audience and grow his business through both print sales and coaching. The integration of WordPress and WooCommerce has delivered a stable and scalable platform that supports his long-term creative and commercial goals.
