A striking photography portfolio with 4K imagery, parallax animations, and a fully custom cursor.
ShamsLens is a local photographer who captures moments with a distinctive eye. They came to NexaDesign wanting something simple but effective — a portfolio website that would showcase their work to potential clients and leave a lasting impression. The brief was clear: let the photography do the talking.
A standard portfolio template would have been forgettable. The challenge was to create a website that felt as considered and creative as the photography itself — something that would stand out in a crowded market and give visitors an experience they'd remember.
We built a visually immersive portfolio website with heavy animation, scroll-based interactions, and a fully custom cursor — creating an experience that feels premium and unique from the very first moment.
Key features and highlights of this project
The entire website is built around high-resolution, 4K photography. Images are displayed at full quality with careful optimisation to ensure fast load times without compromising visual impact.
As users scroll down the page, images move dynamically — creating a layered, cinematic effect that makes the browsing experience feel alive. Each scroll reveals the photography in a new and engaging way.
A fully custom cursor was designed specifically for the ShamsLens brand — replacing the standard browser cursor with something that feels intentional and on-brand, adding a premium touch to every interaction.
From page transitions to image reveals, the site is packed with carefully crafted animations that enhance the experience without overwhelming it — keeping the focus firmly on the photography.
A closer look at the finished product
Hero with Custom Cursor Visible
Scroll Gallery — Mid-Scroll Parallax State
Full-Bleed 4K Image Section
Mobile View
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