See our latest Pro Photo review article written in 2021.

I started using Pro Photo 6 in December.  I was in the first round of beta testers. When I got the email inviting me to beta test this much-awaited release, I was so ridiculously excited… like my eight year old at Christmas excited.

Pro Photo gave each of the testers, mostly Pro Photo designers, a copy of the software without any documentation.  They made it super easy to give feedback and ask questions, with a contact form right inside the platform, but there were no instructions at all. A true challenge to unravel.

I quickly got it installed.  I’ve been working with Pro Photo since version 2. Typically I can answer questions about how to do something without even being in front of it. I looked at version 6 and wow it was different.  Having experience with multiple platforms including other themes with a graphic interface on the backend like Pro Photo, it was somewhat familiar to things I’ve seen before but nothing like past versions of Pro Photo.

It reminded me a bit of Divi by Elegant themes, which may have lead to it confusing me even more since it was semi-similar but kept surprising me with how it functioned. I think I contacted the development team at least 5 times every time I logged in to work in the software.  Maybe more…

Remember being a child, begging for that one Christmas present and getting it, only to be disappointed?  You wanted to love the Barbie Dream House or the new game for your Atari, but it just wasn’t all that.

I kept going back and trying to do more with it.  The lists came out of when features would be added.  The ones I wanted were way off, and the program just didn’t function in a way that was time efficient to use for development, even after the public release.

The thing is, I really like Pro Photo and I trust them to make awesome products. I held onto hope that this latest version would get there eventually.  I thought about writing a review back in the spring but I couldn’t say anything good, so I decided to hold on.

I’m thrilled to say that I now love Pro Photo 6.

What they have done since they released the first beta to the version that is now available is amazing.  Keep in mind they created a completely new product.  This is not an upgrade from Pro Photo 5 so much as a completely new theme.  Its mobile version is just as beautiful and customizable as the desktop version, which is essential today.

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As always, Pro Photo has created a website platform that has everything photographers could want, showcasing their images with the beauty of a portfolio but with the versatility of WordPress.

Do I recommend Pro Photo 6?

Definitely.

Would I upgrade from Pro Photo 5?

Only if you are ready for a change, and hold on!  It’s got a steep learning curve, and it will be a major change in looks as well.  Plan to invest time to do it yourself or money for a designer.  If you are ready and have design inspirations for a modern mobile friendly website, heck yes.

Do I plan to change my business websites to Pro Photo 6?

No.  I’m a geek and love the control through code with the Genesis framework.  It is the best platform for what I do.  If I was still a professional photographer, my answer would be different.

Will I use Pro Photo 6 for clients?

Certainly and excitedly! I’m thrilled with the idea of using it for my photographer clients for custom designs.  I’m also working on ProPhoto 6 templates (and have teaser photos added to this post) that I will be offering for sale very soon.

The only downside I see to Pro Photo 6 is that it’s going to take time to learn.  For me, now that the backend clicks and is refined, it works wonderfully.  It makes sense but just takes a little while for the idea behind it to jive.

Some people may struggle with it but I think if you figured out Pro Photo in the past and don’t get frustrated with software, you’ll get it.  The website has extensive well-done documentation including text and video instruction to help with the learning curve.

The obvious benefits of Pro Photo are the lovely websites you can create, with a solid platform that will function as it’s intended to, and the ability for photographers to make updates themselves.

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The reason though that I have always loved using Pro Photo for my clients is that the team is incredible.  They are so responsive with their tech support, which is just not the case with any other themes or competitors.  The team knows their stuff and can fix even the most bizarre of problems.  Trust me, I’ve tested this many times over the years!

If you’d like to purchase Pro Photo, my link will get you a small discount.

Jessie Mary & Co. offers Pro Photo 6 installations, upgrades, template customizations, and custom website design.  If you have questions about what is the best option for your business, schedule a 15-minute complimentary consultation to chat with me.

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