The best free WordPress themes for photographers

Best free WordPress themes for photographers
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If you're a photographer looking to share your work with the world but you don't have the budget to spend mega bucks on a portfolio website, there is good news. As this guide to the best free WordPress themes for photographers outlines, you can find plenty of themes to fit your requirements

We’ve rounded up eight of the best themes that can be downloaded and installed in minutes to work within WordPress’ renowned content management system (CMS). The themes below vary depending your preferences and photography niches, but all have one thing in common – they won’t cost you a dime. If you'd rather scour the market for WordPress alternatives, check out this article on the best website builders available, or see today's best deals below.

Wix: The best website builder for just $3.54/ £3 per month
Best value

Wix: The best website builder for just $3.54/ £3 per month
Wix has over 500+ templates, which you can easily customise with your own content. Wix is super simple to use so you'll soon have your own site online, at a bargain monthly price.

Squarespace: The best option for professionals

Squarespace: The best option for professionals
Squarespace has an array of beautifully designed templates that make your portfolio work look incredible. Plus it's easy to use, and you can add an online store too.

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Alexis James

Alexis is a freelance writer and journalist from the north east of England. His love for creative technology stems from the day he was gifted his first ever digital voice recorder (a beloved Olympus WS 110), which brought with it the wonderful realisation that he'd never again have to rely on his iffy shorthand.

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