Experienced Web Designer – Contemporary Art Website

The website has already been designed and developed. I'm looking for someone to build on what's already there and help shape where it goes from here. I'm looking for a designer with a strong eye who enjoys making an existing website feel more intentional. Typography, spacing, imagery, hierarchy, navigation, responsiveness, and the countless small decisions that separate a good website from one that simply feels right. The site is built on Shopify, but I'm much more interested in design judgment than Shopify expertise. If you're an experienced web designer, I expect you'll be comfortable working within Shopify. One of the websites that influenced this project was: https://www.tappancollective.com I admire its restraint, simplicity, and presentation. From the beginning, my goal has been to create something with a similar approach, but one that feels more personal, more gallery-oriented, and less sales-driven. I'd like to continue pursuing that direction as we move forward with this process. Current website: https://www.arborandeye.com The website isn't fully live yet. It's currently being developed within Shopify, so you'll notice some areas that are still in progress. While the website is intended to sell original artwork, the broader goal is to create an experience that feels personal, authentic, and connected to the artist behind the work—something that resonates with collectors, interior designers, and people who appreciate thoughtful design and craftsmanship. When you apply, please include: • Two or three websites you've worked on that you believe are relevant to this project. • A brief explanation of your role on each. • Your initial thoughts after looking through Arbor & Eye. I'm interested in hearing about where I could use further refinement rather than what he does well. ***Note that this is a PDF from a PowerPoint presentation where I created the design that I wanted the website to follow (slide 2 was shared by the developer). Please take a few minutes to look through the website before applying. Thoughtful applications will stand out. If your portfolio feels like a good fit, I'll invite a small number of designers to complete a paid design exercise before selecting someone for the full project.