@lornamackayartist profile

Instagram Audit

@lornamackayartist

None • 1,264 Followers

68
/100
NEEDS WORK

Score Breakdown

Profile Foundation 19/30
Link & CTA Strategy 18/25
Account Configuration 8/15
Content Strategy 17/20
Competitive Position 6/10

Critical Issues

Priority: Immediate Action

#1

No clear business category stated

Missing out on potential discoverability and algorithmic boosts from having a defined business category.

#2

Lack of specific call-to-action

Bio mentions a link to the website but lacks urgency or specificity, which may reduce conversion rates.

#3

No social proof in bio

Missing the opportunity to build trust and credibility with potential followers and clients.

Opportunities

Priority: Quick Wins

#1

Add social proof

Mention achievements or recognitions such as "Featured in [Magazine]" to increase credibility.

#2

Optimize CTA

Change "Click the link below to visit my website" to a more engaging and specific action like "Explore my latest collection and shop prints ⬇️".

#3

Specify a business category

This helps Instagram understand and promote the profile better to the right audience.

Optimized Bio Options

Option 1: Collectors/High-End Clients Focus

Contemporary UK landscape artist ✨ Capturing nature's quiet beauty. Explore exclusive collections & commissions ⬇️

94/150

Why it works:

  • • This bio uses concise, emotive language to target collectors and high-end clients, emphasizing exclusivity and direct action to explore collections.

Option 2: Volume/Bookings Focus

Landscape artist based in Scotland. Limited edition prints available. Order now and beautify your space ⬇️

98/150

Why it works:

  • • It targets potential buyers with clear and immediate availability of products, encouraging quick action to purchase prints.

Option 3: Community/Growth Focus

Painter of UK’s landscapes 🌿 Join me on a visual journey through nature. Follow & explore my art world ⬇️

100/150

Why it works:

  • • Focuses on community building and engagement, inviting followers to explore and join her artistic journey.

Current vs. Recommended

Character Usage

📊
Current
150/150 (Optimal)
Recommended
94/150 (Concise and impactful)
Impact
More room for key elements

CTA

🔗
Current
Generic "Click the link below"
Recommended
Specific "Explore exclusive collections & commissions ⬇️"
Impact
Improved conversion and engagement

Business Category

Current
None
Recommended
Art Gallery/Artist
Impact
Increased discoverability and relevance

Social Proof

Current
None
Recommended
Add "Featured in [Magazine]" or "Exhibited at [Gallery]"
Impact
Enhanced credibility and trust

Link Strategy

Current
Single link to website
Recommended
Link-in-bio with multiple destinations
Impact
Increased conversions and user engagement

Competitive Intelligence

Top Related Accounts Analysis:

  1. Most common bio elements: Profiles often highlight specific artistic styles (e.g., "Figurative Artist") and recognition.
  2. Link strategies: Successful accounts use link-in-bio tools to direct to shops, portfolios, and contact forms.
  3. Highlight structures: Frequently used highlights include 'Exhibitions', 'Process', and 'Artworks'.
  4. Opportunities to differentiate: Lorna can emphasize her unique focus on emotional engagement with landscapes and leverage storytelling more effectively than competitors.

Positioning Recommendation: To stand out, Lorna should leverage her emotional narrative around art and storytelling elements more prominently, potentially integrating short video stories and testimonials from clients to enhance emotional connection and authenticity.

Expected Impact

If recommendations are implemented:

Discoverability:

  • Estimated increase in profile visits: 15-25%
  • Improved search ranking for keywords: "Contemporary Artist", "Landscape Paintings"

Conversion:

  • Estimated increase in inquiry rate: 10-15%
  • Better lead qualification through highlights/bio clarity

Professionalism:

  • Profile confidence score: Current 68 → After improvements 85

Final Recommendations

What's Working (Keep Doing): ✅ Regular posting schedule maintains engagement. ✅ Strong alignment of content with artistic niche. ✅ Use of relevant hashtags to reach target audience.

What Needs Fixing (Priority): ❌ Lack of a clear business category - affects discoverability. ❌ Limited CTA effectiveness - missing engagement opportunities. ❌ No social proof in bio - reduces trust and conversion potential.

Biggest Opportunity: Emphasize storytelling in both bio and posts to differentiate Lorna's connection with landscapes and engage more deeply with followers, potentially increasing engagement and sales by 20%.

Positioning Statement: "Connecting art lovers with the wild beauty of UK's landscapes through evocative and emotionally resonant paintings."

Next Steps

CRITICAL: This section is MANDATORY. Provide a clear, numbered action plan for the next 30 days:

  1. Add Business Category (Art Gallery/Artist) (Today)
  2. Revise Bio to include specific CTA and social proof (Today)
  3. Implement Link Strategy with link-in-bio tool (This week)
  4. Create Highlights for 'Testimonials' and 'Behind the Scenes' (This week)
  5. Engage with Community by commenting on related profiles and responding to all comments (Weekly)
  6. Storytelling Content Plan a series that explores the stories behind recent works (This month)

Expected Result: Increased engagement and conversion rates, leading to higher sales and a stronger online presence within 30 days of implementing all recommendations.

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