Question 1

What is Simple Photo Gallery?

Accepted Answer

Simple Photo Gallery is a command-line tool that generates static galleries from your photo folders. It's free and open-source, and you can host the galleries yourself or use our hosted platform if you don't want to deal with the technical stuff.

Question 2

What's the difference between the open source and hosted versions?

Accepted Answer

The open source version is a free CLI tool that generates static galleries you host yourself. The hosted version (coming soon) includes photo hosting, a visual interface, custom domains, and no technical setup required.

Question 3

Is Simple Photo Gallery free?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Simple Photo Gallery command-line tool will forever be free to use and open-source. We charge a small fee only if you want us to host your photos.

Question 4

Where can I host my galleries?

Accepted Answer

There are many platforms that offer static hosting with generous free tiers. Some examples are: Cloudflare, Vercel, Netlify and GitHub Pages.

Question 5

What happened to the Python version?

Accepted Answer

The Python version is an old version that is no longer maintained, but is still available to use. We recommend using the new version as the galleries look much better and we are adding new features all the time.

Question 6

How do I organize artwork into multiple collections or exhibitions?

Accepted Answer

Simple Photo Gallery automatically scans your folder structure to create separate galleries for each collection while linking them together. Perfect for artists managing different series, museums organizing themed exhibitions, or collectors showcasing various acquisitions.

Question 7

Can I share my art gallery with collectors, clients, or the public?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! Your art galleries are easy to share via a simple link that works beautifully on all devices. Viewers can explore your artwork without needing accounts or downloads. You can also self-host for your own domain or offline presentations.

Question 8

What image formats work best for displaying artwork?

Accepted Answer

We support all professional image formats including JPEG, PNG, TIFF, and high-resolution scans. For best results, use high-quality digital photographs or scans of your artwork to capture fine details, textures, and true colors in your online gallery.

Question 9

Will my artwork images maintain their quality and resolution?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Simple Photo Gallery preserves the original quality of your artwork images. We create optimized versions for fast loading while maintaining high resolution for zooming and detail viewing - essential for showcasing fine art online.

Question 10

Is Simple Photo Gallery suitable for professional artists and museums?

Accepted Answer

Definitely! Our platform is designed for professional use by artists, galleries, museums, and collectors. With museum-quality layouts, detailed metadata support, and flexible hosting options, it's perfect for creating sophisticated online art exhibitions and portfolios.

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Beautiful art galleries created with Simple Photo Gallery

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Van Gogh Paintings Collection

Lewis Chessmen Collection

Professional features for displaying art online

Museum-Quality Layouts

High-Resolution Image Support

Artwork Details & Descriptions

Customizable Gallery Design

Multiple Collection Support

Flexible Hosting Options

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