Preparation for portfolio review

When it came to deciding on the type of portfolio I would use, a portfolio book seemed like a better option compared to a portfolio box for example. In general, I want my portfolio to be accessible for clients looking both illustrative and theatrical techniques. Also the end product of each piece is usually a photograph and presented in a print publication format. I want to present to Gina Cross and  other future clients, my ability to consider how my images could be printed on a page successfully and effectively.

With the lecture from Joel about Presentation and Portfolios still in mind, I decided to purchase a Pratt Portfolio book with 20 pages. I don't intend on presenting 20 images, but Its nice to the option to have more insert pages if needed in the future.

I've made a title page- This makes it recognisable as my work without having to stick anything on the front of the portfolio. This is in case of me having to leave my portfolio with a client ect.

My images are very varied. I think this is a good thing as it shows the variety of skills I include in my practice, but i needed a strategy to create a consistency throughout my portfolio. This i did with white borders above and below the image on each page. 

I managed to get a quick overview with Joel. Before having this discussion, I had ordered my portfolio chronologically. I was advised that I should put my more theatrical work together at the front, followed by my paper cut art and then ending with my drawings. I had originally also put in a much looser drawing, however I felt like it was a little lost among the bolder papercut and installation pieces. Once I had made the changes to the final order, it was evident that the images flowed better and complimented one another.

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I prepared this for print using indesign and then saving as a PDF. This can now also be used to send to potential clients via email. I am also working on a smaller example of my work to send via post.