Artist and designer profile pages in Latvia: Websta guide

What sections to include in your Websta profile

Your Websta profile serves as your storefront. Start with a clear description of what you do - whether you specialise in logo design, web design, illustration, packaging, or something else. Use straightforward language about your services instead of industry jargon.

Add a portfolio section with photos of your work. This is the most important part for artists and designers. Include finished projects, case studies if possible, and before-and-after examples where relevant. People decide whether to contact you largely based on what they see.

Include a services section that lists what you offer and lets clients understand the scope of each service. For example, logo design, website design, social media graphics, or illustration. You set the description and the price for each service.

Add a contact form so people can reach you directly with questions or custom requests. Many design projects are bespoke, so quote requests matter more than fixed pricing.

Use the online booking or quote request feature if you want clients to request an appointment or submit a task. This lets potential clients describe their project and lets you respond with a quote.

Photos and portfolio for designers in Latvia

High-quality photos of your work are non-negotiable. If you design digital products, take clean screenshots. If you work with print, photograph the finished items in good light. People browsing Websta want to see what you actually produce.

Include a mix of project types if you do different kinds of work. Show the range of what you can do. If you have one speciality, focus your portfolio on that instead.

Add a professional photo of yourself if you want - some clients prefer to see who they are working with, others don't care. The choice is yours.

Languages to publish in Latvia

Publish your profile in Latvian as the main language. Most potential clients in Latvia search in Latvian, and it shows you understand your local market.

Consider adding English if you want to attract international clients or clients in Latvia who prefer English. Many designers in Latvia work with clients outside the country, and English helps with that.

How people in Latvia search for artists and designers

On Websta, people search by service type and location. They browse the /marketplace/art section and filter by what they need - logo design, web design, illustration, branding - and by their town or region.

Some clients post a task describing their project. Providers - that is, you - can then make an offer on that task. This is useful if you do custom work and want to respond to specific briefs.

Many people also search Google and social media for designers in Latvia. Make sure your name and services are easy to find outside Websta as well. A Websta profile helps but does not replace other visibility.

What to sort out as an independent designer in Latvia

If you work as a self-employed person (pašnodarbināts) in Latvia, you need to register with the State Revenue Service. Check the current rules with the State Revenue Service or VSIA 'Latvijas Investīciju un Attīstības Aģentūra' to confirm requirements for your specific situation.

You will need to handle invoicing and taxes. If your annual turnover goes above a certain threshold, you must register for value-added tax (VAT). Check the current threshold with the State Revenue Service.

Payments from Websta clients come through Stripe to your own bank account. You set your own prices and invoice clients directly or through Websta, depending on how you organise it.

Keep records of your projects and payments for tax purposes. This is a basic requirement for any self-employed person in Latvia.

What to write in your first hour on Websta

Start with a short, clear description of what you do. For example: 'I design logos and branding for small businesses' or 'I create illustrations for children's books and packaging.' Write in Latvian first, then add English if you plan to use it.

List your main services with short descriptions. You do not need to include prices if you prefer to quote on a case-by-case basis.

Upload your best 3-5 portfolio pieces. Do not worry about having 50 examples on day one - a small portfolio of strong work is better than a large one with weak pieces.

Add a contact method - your email or phone number, or both. Make sure people can reach you.

Write a short note about how clients should approach you. For example: 'Contact me with your project details and I will send a quote' or 'Book a consultation to discuss your design needs.' This sets expectations.

Why artists and designers in Latvia use Websta

A Websta profile gives you a professional online presence that you control. You are not relying on social media algorithms to reach clients, and you have a space that looks like a business site.

The platform handles payments through Stripe, so clients pay by card and the money goes to your bank account. You do not have to manage payment systems yourself.

Websta lets you reach people who are actively searching for local designers. If someone in Riga, Daugavpils, or anywhere else in Latvia searches for a designer on Websta, your profile can show up.