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Polyvianyi Maksym: Minimalist Artist Portfolio Website
A Digital Canvas for Timeless Landscapes
A pure, distraction-free portfolio that lets Maksym Polyvianyi’s evocative nature-inspired paintings shine - combining minimalist design, adaptive performance, and immersive storytelling.
Project Overview
Maksym Polyvianyi, born in the Kharkiv region and shaped by the tranquility of his native landscapes, creates paintings that capture nature’s beauty and emotional resonance. His art invites viewers to connect deeply with the world around them and with their own memories.
Our objective for this project was to build a minimalist digital portfolio where Maksym’s art is the sole focal point. Using intentional white space, subtle interactivity, and a restrained visual approach, we developed an online gallery that honors the emotional depth and simplicity of his work.
Challenge
The project required a digital presence that could:
- Showcase artwork without distraction: The site had to serve as a digital gallery, placing Maksym’s paintings front and center - no visual clutter, noise, or unnecessary navigation.
- Express artistic philosophy in UI: Minimalist but emotionally engaging, the website should echo the calm beauty of nature represented in the paintings.
- Fast, device-agnostic access: The site needed to perform flawlessly for global visitors - art collectors, curators, and art lovers - across all devices and internet speeds.
- Enable artwork exploration: Easy browsing and discovery, including options to order prints or contact Maksym.
Solution
Our team’s process focused on restraint and usability:
- UI/UX Design in Figma: Developed a white-space rich, typography-focused layout that foregrounds each artwork without extraneous elements - reflecting minimalist design thinking and the artist’s ethos.
- Webflow Development: Leveraged Webflow’s fast, responsive framework to ensure artworks render beautifully and quickly on all screen sizes.
- Custom Subtle Animations: Built-in soft transitions and hover states - delicate enough not to distract, but adding a premium, tactile sense to the browsing experience.
- Content Hierarchy: Prioritized large, high-res images and intuitive collections, with supporting text secondary for viewers who wish to learn more about Maksym’s journey.
- Accessible Navigation: Clean, simple menu and smooth scrolling encourage visitors to spend more time viewing art, not searching the interface.
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Results
- Immersive, distraction-free art viewing: Every painting is presented at its best, with ample white space and no competing elements.
- High engagement: Visitors spend 35–50% longer per session - a testament to the captivating visual experience.
- Mobile-first accessibility: The portfolio adapts seamlessly to all devices; images load in under 2 seconds, boosting reach and discoverability among international audiences.
- Empowered artist: Maksym can update collections, add new works, and share stories without technical barriers.
- Stronger art brand: The site’s design elevates Maksym’s work and positions him for gallery inquiries and print sales worldwide.
Visit the live website at polyvianyi.com to explore the gallery.
Technologies Used
- Webflow for rapid, pixel-perfect development and responsive layouts.
- Figma for minimal interface design and prototype review.
- Custom CSS animations for graceful interaction that enhances, not distracts from, the art.
Project Timeline
- Design & Prototyping: 0.2 weeks
- Development & Testing: 2 weeks
- Launch & Artist Training: 0.5 week
Client Testimonial
"The portfolio site beautifully reflects my philosophy - letting the art speak for itself. The clean design, fast loading, and intuitive gallery help my paintings reach and move people around the world."
- Maksym Polyvianyi
- Maksym Polyvianyi
