Alex Lockhart Art

Establishing Alex Lockharts Online Presence as a Freelance Artist

  • design
  • ecommerce
  • web

Alex Lockhart is an aspiring freelance artist specialising in portraiture and pet illustrations using oils and pencils as her primary mediums. With a passion for capturing the essence of her subjects, Alex aims to create a distinctive identity for her art through a dedicated online presence.

Her work showcases a blend of realism and personal touch, inviting art lovers to connect with her creations. As she embarks on her journey as a freelance artist, Alex recognises the importance of establishing a platform to not only display her artwork but also facilitate commissions and engage with her audience in meaningful ways.

Challenge

As an emerging freelance artist, Alex Lockhart needed a professional online presence that effectively communicated the two key aspects of her business: commissioned portraiture and teaching art classes. She faced several challenges, including standing out in a competitive market, being taken seriously as a professional artist, and managing the administrative burden of handling class bookings manually. The back-and-forth emails required to schedule workshops were time-consuming, and she lacked a streamlined way to provide potential clients with clear information about her services, particularly regarding pricing.

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Solution

WTBI worked closely with Alex to create a bespoke website tailored to her business needs. The site was designed to be both visually appealing and highly functional, ensuring it reflected her artistic style while also providing a seamless user experience.

Key features included:

A Dedicated Commissions Page – Clearly outlining the process for custom portrait requests, allowing potential clients to easily understand the steps involved and submit detailed inquiries.

A Booking System for Art Classes – This eliminated the need for manual coordination, allowing students (or parents) to book classes instantly, significantly reducing administrative workload.

An Online Store (Future Expansion) – While currently focused on teaching, the website includes an e-commerce section for selling prints, enabling Alex to grow her sales as her business evolves.

A Professional Brand Presence – The website helps establish credibility with potential customers and galleries, positioning Alex as a serious artist in a competitive field.

Legal Compliance & Data Protection – Ensuring the collection of personal data, particularly for children’s workshops, met legal requirements, giving Alex peace of mind.

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Results & Impact

Since the launch of her website, Alex has experienced significant improvements in managing her business. The booking system has saved her considerable time, allowing her to focus on her art rather than administrative tasks. Home-Ed classes, in particular, have been highly successful, often selling out within minutes of notification emails being sent.
The website has also played a crucial role in securing commissions, with clients referencing information found on her site before reaching out. Additionally, Alex recognises the long-term value of having a professional platform, as it enhances her credibility among galleries and collectors, setting her up for future opportunities.

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Alex Lockhart sitting in studio next to an easel, painting a dog

Solution

By working with WTBI, Alex now has a professional, efficient, and future-proof digital platform that not only showcases her artwork but also streamlines her business operations. Whether through securing new commissions, filling up classes effortlessly, or positioning herself for gallery opportunities, her website has become an invaluable tool in her artistic career. This case study exemplifies WTBI’s expertise in creating tailored solutions that empower small business owners and creatives to thrive in their industries.

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The website enables me to manage my business in a much more efficient way. Having the ability to post a link on social media so people can book tickets directly saves me so much time. It also allows potential customers to find answers to their questions, particularly about costs, without feeling obligated to ask directly. I have already gained commissions through the site, and I know it will be even more valuable as my business grows. I would always recommend WTBI to others and in fact I have several times now! WTBI listened to my needs and brought my vision to life. I was kept informed during the entire process of the website build. Anyone who knows me, knows that I am the least technical person, so I very much appreciated the level of training that was received. I am also very happy to know that should I ever need any assistance I can always give WTBI a call and they are quick to solve the problem.
Alex Lockhart

Alex Lockhart Art

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