Artist and designer profile on Websta: what to set up in Slovenia

What your Websta profile page needs

Your profile is your storefront. Start with a clear profile photo - a professional headshot or image that represents your work. Write a short bio (two to three sentences) that says who you are, what kind of design or art you do, and who you work with. Avoid vague language; be specific about your discipline - whether you are a graphic designer, illustrator, photographer, interior designer, or another specialty.

Add a services section that lists what you offer. For each service, write a short description (one to two sentences) of what the client gets. You can add a quote request button instead of a fixed price if your work is custom, or both - a starting price with an option to request a quote for larger or complex projects. Photo galleries matter: include 6-12 photos of finished work or your portfolio. If you do commissions, show examples. If you work with specific materials or styles, document them with photos. Clients browse by images first.

Include a contact section with your email and phone number if you want to receive calls. Add an online booking or quote request form so people can reach you without leaving the platform. Websta's booking and quote request features let clients propose dates and details, and you confirm or negotiate. This reduces back-and-forth over email.

• Profile photo (professional headshot or work-related image)
• Bio or about section (2-3 sentences, specific to your discipline)
• Services list with descriptions and pricing or quote request option
• Portfolio photos (6-12 images of finished work)
• Contact information (email, phone if you accept calls)
• Online booking or quote request form

Languages to publish in

Publish your profile in Slovenian and English. Slovenian reaches local clients throughout the country - people in Ljubljana, Maribor, Celje, Koper, and smaller towns. English opens your profile to international clients and expats living in Slovenia. Many designers and artists in Slovenia work with clients abroad, so bilingual profiles attract both markets. Keep text clear and avoid jargon; clients want to understand what you do quickly.

How people in Slovenia search for artists and designers

On Websta, people search by service type and location. They browse the art category to find graphic designers, illustrators, photographers, web designers, interior designers, and other specialists. They filter by town or region to find providers nearby or in their area. Some people search Websta's marketplace to post a task - for example, 'I need a logo design' or 'I am looking for an illustrator for a book' - and wait for providers to make offers.

This means your profile needs a clear service category and location. If you work across Slovenia or are willing to travel, note that in your profile. If you only work in Ljubljana or the Primorska region, say so. Clients also look at portfolios: photos of your work tell them immediately if your style matches what they need. A profile with no photos or only generic images ranks lower in searches.

What to confirm about working as an independent provider

Slovenia has legal requirements for self-employed people and small businesses. Before you launch your Websta profile, confirm a few things with the local authority or a tax advisor.

First, check whether you need to register as a sole trader (samostojni podjetnik) or another business form. This depends on your income, the type of work you do, and your plans. You may be able to work as a freelancer or self-employed person with a simpler registration, or you may need to establish a registered business. The tax authority (Finančna uprava Republike Slovenije) and your local administrative centre (upravna enota) can clarify the rules for your situation.

Second, understand your tax and social security obligations. Sole traders in Slovenia pay income tax on their earnings and may be liable for value-added tax (VAT) above a certain threshold. You also contribute to the mandatory social security system. Rates and thresholds change, so ask your local tax office or an accountant what applies to you.

Third, if you handle payments through Websta (using Stripe), confirm that this is compliant with your registration and tax reporting. Stripe transfers payments to your bank account; you record these as income. Keep receipts and invoices for all work.

Do not assume any of this without checking. The rules differ slightly by region and can change. A 30-minute conversation with your local administrative office or a tax advisor now saves problems later.

Payment and bank account setup

Websta uses Stripe to process card payments. When a client books or pays through your profile, the money goes to your own bank account - you are not paying Websta a commission on every transaction. Stripe handles the card processing and deposits funds to your account. You set your own prices for services and quotes.

Before you launch your profile, make sure you have a Slovenian or EU bank account and that you understand how Stripe deposits work in your country. Stripe's terms and fees apply; review these when you set up payment processing.

What to write in your first hour

You do not need a perfect profile to start. Begin with what you can do in one hour: upload one good profile photo, write your bio in Slovenian and English (three sentences each), and list 3-4 of your main services with brief descriptions. Add a contact email and phone number. This gives people enough to understand who you are and how to reach you.

Then add portfolio photos as soon as you can. Even 4-6 images of your work make a big difference in how people perceive your profile. You can update your services, prices, and descriptions later as you refine what you offer.

Finding clients across Slovenia

Websta's marketplace lets people nearby post tasks and request offers from providers. You can browse these tasks and submit offers for work that matches your skills. A graphic design task posted in Ljubljana might interest a designer in Maribor or Koper if the work can be done remotely or the client is willing to travel. The marketplace also shows your profile to people searching for your service in your region.

To be discoverable, keep your profile up to date, use clear service descriptions, and refresh your portfolio when you finish new projects. People remember visual work, so strong photos are your best marketing tool on Websta.