Hexo Theme Studio is a simple Hexo blog theme for individuals who want to showcase their portfolio and blog on a self-hosted static site. It is distributed as a GitHub repository and installed by cloning it into the themes directory of a Hexo project. The theme is currently marked as work in progress by its maintainer, with the repository description noting "WORK IN PROGRESS".
What is Hexo Theme Studio?
Hexo Theme Studio is a theme for the Hexo static site generator. It takes Hexo's generated content and renders it as a portfolio and blog interface. The theme is built with EJS templates, HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript, according to the repository topics. It is designed to give individuals a simple way to present both their work samples and their writing.
Key Features
- EJS templating — The theme uses EJS (Embedded JavaScript) templates to render pages, allowing dynamic data from Hexo to be injected into static HTML.
- HTML5/CSS3/JavaScript — The theme is built on these core web technologies, making it easy to customize for your own branding.
- Portfolio and blog layout — The theme is designed specifically for individuals who want to present both their work and their articles in one site.
- Simple installation — Installation is done by cloning the repository into the
themes/studiofolder and settingtheme: studioin the_config.ymlfile. - Easy updates — The theme can be updated by running
git pullinside the theme directory, since it is installed from Git. - Open source — The theme is hosted on GitHub with a public repository, so contributions are welcome.
Who is it for?
- Freelancers and creative professionals — They can use the theme to create a personal site that combines a portfolio with a technical or personal blog.
- Developers who prefer Hexo — Those already using Hexo for static site generation can quickly adopt this theme to avoid building a layout from scratch.
- Students and hobbyists — Individuals who want a simple online presence without purchasing a website template.
What can you do with Hexo Theme Studio?
- Showcase your projects — Create portfolio pages that display your work samples, descriptions, and links.
- Publish blog posts — Write articles in Markdown and have them rendered in the theme's blog layout through Hexo.
- Customize the theme — Since it is open source, you can modify the EJS templates, CSS, and JavaScript to match your personal brand.
How does Hexo Theme Studio work?
The workflow starts with a Hexo blog. First, clone the theme repository into your themes/studio directory. Then, edit the root _config.yml to set the theme to studio. After that, you run Hexo's usual generate and deploy commands, and the theme renders your content. The theme's source code is stored on GitHub, so you can pull the latest changes whenever the maintainer updates it.
Pros and cons
- Pros: Free and open source; lightweight static site; easy version control updates via Git; built on the popular Hexo platform.
- Cons: The theme is still a work in progress (the repository description notes "WORK IN PROGRESS"), so some pages or features may be incomplete or subject to change.
Pricing
The theme is free and open source, distributed under a public GitHub repository without any pricing or premium tiers mentioned.
FAQ
Is Hexo Theme Studio free?
Yes, the theme is open source and hosted on GitHub. You can clone it and use it in your own Hexo blog without paying any license fees.
What do I need to run Hexo Theme Studio?
You need a Hexo blog set up with Node.js, and a basic understanding of Hexo's _config.yml settings. Installation requires pulling the theme from Git.
Is Hexo Theme Studio ready for production?
The repository is marked "WORK IN PROGRESS", so it may not be feature-complete. You should review it and test it before releasing a production site.
