Tulen is a free, open-source Bootstrap 4 HTML5 photography website template from ThemeWagon, created by Colorlib, that lets photographers launch a fully responsive multi-page portfolio site without a backend.
What is Tulen?
Tulen is a free Bootstrap 4 HTML5 photography website template distributed by ThemeWagon and designed by Colorlib. It takes a set of 7 HTML files, CSS and SCSS source files, JavaScript sources, and library/plugin files and outputs a complete multi-page photography website. The site runs statically in any modern browser, is fully responsive, and is compatible with Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Opera, Safari, and mobile devices. The template is available for free download and includes a live preview at https://themewagon.github.io/tulen/.
Key Features
- Bootstrap 4 foundation — Built on Bootstrap 4, the template uses the familiar grid system and components, with clean and minimal design out of the box.
- Sorted image gallery with modal view — A Masonry-powered gallery that sorts images and opens them in a modal lightbox, ideal for showcasing photography portfolios.
- Off-canvas navigation and burger menu — A mobile-friendly navigation panel that slides in from the side, triggered by a burger menu button.
- CSS3 preloader and hover effects — A CSS3 preloader displays before content loads, and hover effects are applied to gallery items and interactive elements.
- Progress bars and call-to-action button — Visual progress bars for skills or services, plus a prominent call-to-action button to drive visitor engagement.
- Blog section and comment form UI — Includes a blog layout and a styled comment form, so photographers can publish updates and gather feedback.
- Google Maps and FontAwesome icons — A Google Maps embed for location pages and FontAwesome font icons for visual accents throughout the design.
- Multi-page structure with 7 HTML files — The package includes all demo images, CSS & SCSS files, font icons, JavaScript source files, and plugin libraries such as Owl Carousel, Masonry, and Themify Icons.
Who is it for?
- Professional photographers — Build a multi-page portfolio with a sorted gallery, blog, and contact sections to present work to potential clients.
- Personal photographers — Use the free open-source template to publish a personal photo site without hiring a developer.
- Web designers and developers — Customize the included SCSS and JavaScript source files, or extend the Bootstrap 4 layout for client photography projects.
- Small photography studios — Use the call-to-action button, Google Maps embed, and progress bars to turn the template into a simple studio landing page.
What can you do with Tulen?
- Photographers: Display a sorted image gallery with modal lightbox so visitors can browse full-screen photos without leaving the page.
- Bloggers: Publish posts using the included blog section and collect reader comments via the comment form UI.
- Studio owners: Embed a Google Map and add a call-to-action button to help clients find the studio and initiate inquiries.
- Developers: Edit the SCSS variables and JavaScript files to restyle the theme, then deploy the static HTML files to any hosting service.
Pricing
Tulen is free to download and use. The license allows open-source use, commercial projects, and lifetime free updates, with no stated usage limits.
Alternatives
- Nissa — Another free Bootstrap 4 photography website template from ThemeWagon.
- Glint — A free Bootstrap 4 personal portfolio template from ThemeWagon.
- Proshoot — A free HTML5 Bootstrap 4 photography template from ThemeWagon.
FAQ
Is Tulen free?
Yes, Tulen is free to download and use. The page lists it as open source, permits use in commercial projects, and includes lifetime free updates.
What does Tulen include in the download?
The download includes all demo images, 7 HTML files, CSS & SCSS source files, font icons, JavaScript source files, and the library/plugin files needed to run the template.
What frameworks and libraries does Tulen use?
Tulen is built on Bootstrap 4 and includes Owl Carousel, FontAwesome, Masonry, and Themify Icons as its stated libraries and plugins.
Can I use Tulen for a commercial photography website?
Yes, the license explicitly states that Tulen can be used in commercial projects. It is open source and offers lifetime free updates.
