PhotoGallery is a free, multi-page HTML5 photo gallery website template built on Bootstrap 4 that gives photographers a complete portfolio site with sticky sidebar navigation, off-canvas full-screen search, and an image slideshow header.
What is PhotoGallery?
PhotoGallery is a downloadable static website template distributed free by ThemeWagon and created by Colorlib. It runs entirely in the browser with no server-side code; you replace the placeholder images and text with your own and host the finished files on any static web server. The package includes 7 HTML files, CSS files, JavaScript source files, FontAwesome icons, and library/plugin files, so you edit the markup and styles directly. It is fully responsive and optimized for modern browsers including Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Mobile, Opera, and Safari.
Key Features
- Bootstrap v4.2.1 — Built on the Bootstrap 4.2.1 grid and components, the layout adapts automatically to mobile, tablet, and desktop screens.
- Sticky sidebar navigation — The menu stays fixed while visitors scroll through the gallery, blog, and contact pages, and a custom scroll bar matches the theme's look.
- Off-canvas full-screen search box — A search overlay slides in from the edge so visitors can find photos or posts without leaving the page.
- Image slideshow on header — Powered by Owl Carousel, the homepage header cycles through featured images automatically.
- Sorted photo gallery — The gallery page presents photos in an organized, sortable layout so you can arrange work by category or theme.
- Animated CSS3 preloader — A custom loading animation displays while page assets load, replacing the default browser spinner.
- Multi-page structure — Seven HTML files separate gallery, blog, contact, and other pages, each independently editable.
- Google Maps and contact form UI — A map embed and a styled contact form interface are ready for a contact page; the form itself has no backend handler.
The template also includes a call-to-action button, FontAwesome icons, and an animated preloader to round out the photography-site package.
Who is it for?
PhotoGallery suits photographers who want a clean, minimal online portfolio without coding from scratch. It also works for creative professionals like designers and illustrators who need a gallery plus blog, and for small studios that want a multi-page site with a contact form and map.
What can you do with PhotoGallery?
- Freelance photographers: Upload your best shots into the sorted gallery and use the slideshow header to highlight featured work.
- Photography bloggers: Publish behind-the-scenes stories and tips using the included blog section.
- Small creative agencies: Reuse the 7 HTML files to build a portfolio with separate services, about, and contact pages, embedding a Google Map to show your location.
FAQ
Is PhotoGallery free to use?
Yes, PhotoGallery is a free download from ThemeWagon. The license allows open-source use, including commercial projects, and the template receives lifetime free updates.
Which frameworks and libraries does PhotoGallery use?
The template is built on Bootstrap v4.2.1 and includes Owl Carousel for slideshows, FontAwesome for icons, and Animate.css for CSS animations. All libraries are included in the package.
How many pages are included?
The package contains 7 HTML files, covering the photo gallery, blog, contact, and other standard pages of a photography website. Each page is fully responsive and cross-browser compatible.
Does the contact form send messages?
PhotoGallery ships with a contact form UI, but no backend or email-sending script. You would need to integrate your own form handler or service to process submitted messages.
Which browsers are supported?
The template is optimized for Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Mobile, Opera, and Safari, so it works across modern desktop and mobile browsers.
