Preparing a portfolio

Preparing a portfolio

  The most important type of drawings to include in your portfolio, are primary drawings, which
are the initial drawings from the start of a project, and working from real people and objects. A
wide range of things, such as drawings, photos, pictures and cut-outs can be put into a portfolio.
Including a wide range of work shows your skills, strengths and abilities. Also select interesting
pieces that stand out. It is important to have an organized portfolio as it must be easy to read. It            should start with a title page and the pages should lead up to the final outcome. A good portfolio            must show that the student has worked very hard within whatever environment they've been in.
It must be memorable and consist of skill, experimentation and be full of lots of ideas.
     Work that isn't related to the portfolio work and scribbly, rough sketches should not be put
into a portfolio. Choose your best pieces of work. The ones that stand out and look impressive
and have been a successful.

What should a portfolio show?

    Clients look for something unusual, unique or original. They also look for creativity,
individuality and independence, as well as lots of ideas. They are looking for your personality,
your process for developing ideas and ability to evaluate your work. The order of the
portfolio is important as it shows what leads to an idea. It shows the design development
process. Always keep your portfolio updated with your latest work.
    A sketchbook is important for a portfolio as it shows every stage of the process, from
the original idea, all the way through to the final outcome. It also shows idea generation which is
research and information. Clients want to see what leads to an idea.

What can a portfolio do for you?

    A portfolio can help you get into art school, college or university. It helps to sell yourself. It
shows your skills and talents and the level you are working at. It also shows your thinking
ability it promotes you.

What is a portfolio?

    Portfolios come in all shapes and forms. They are usually presented in a folder, but times
have changed and they can come in the form of printed books, online portfolios, disks, blogs,
journals and powerpoints. A portfolio shows your interests and expression of ideas. It is a record
of what you have achieved. It must be kept up to date with the latest work. A portfolio is you.