The Thirty Day Portfolio Slam is Running Again in September
This is one of my favorite and most popular classes
Happy Thursday, everyone!
A short note about the importance of your portfolio as a sneaky way of letting you know that my very popular “Thirty Day Portfolio Slam” is enrolling for a September start. This is one of the strongest ways I know to build a portfolio fast, and it works every time. For more information, here is the page.
(You can find more of Jennifer’s marvelous work here.)
So, you're a photographer? Great! But in today's world, that's not enough.
You need something more.
Something that grabs attention. And that's the point of your portfolio.
Picture this. You're an art director. Hundreds of photographers want your attention.
You've got five minutes.
What do you do?
You flip through portfolios.
Rapid-fire.
What stands out?
What grabs you?
It's not just great photos that stop you.
It's a great portfolio.
Your portfolio is you when you are not available. In visual form.
It's not just your best shots. It's your vision. Your passion. It's what sets you apart.
So, let's talk about making it count.
First off, choose wisely and smartly.
Every picture is a piece of you.
Don't go for good, go for amazing.
Go for pictures that scream, "This is me!"
Keep it consistent.
Random shots don't tell a story. They're just visual noise.
Pick a theme, a style.
Stick to it.
Make your portfolio a journey, not a jigsaw puzzle.
Think about your presentation.
How you show your work is as important as what you show.
A sloppy layout kills your beautiful imagery. Get creative. Make it flow.
Keep it fresh. Your portfolio is alive.
Feed it new work. Show us that you're not just a one-hit-wonder.
Tailor it.
Make it fit your audience.
Clients want to see relevance.
Show them you're the answer to their needs.
Your portfolio is a reflection of you.
So don't just update it. Improve it. Expand it. Make it resonate.
This is a tough game.
Lots of talent out there.
But you've got something they don't.
You've got you.
So show them.
Show them all with a killer portfolio.
What makes a good portfolio?
To unlock the power of a good portfolio, there are several elements that you need to consider:
Selection of Work: You must choose your best work. The images should show technical proficiency and a depth of understanding of your chosen subject matter. More than that, they need to reflect your unique voice as an artist. Be ruthlessly critical when selecting your portfolio images. The standard you set here defines you.
Cohesiveness: A strong portfolio has a consistent style or theme. Whether you're a landscape, portrait, or food photographer, a prospective client or gallery owner should be able to grasp your style and your point of view quickly. Build a cohesive narrative that holds the portfolio together.
Presentation: The way you present your portfolio can make a huge difference. This includes the layout and sequencing of images, choice of platform (physical portfolio, website, social media, etc.), and even the way you talk about your work. Think about what you want the viewer to take away as they move through your portfolio.
Regular Updates: Your portfolio is not static. It must be updated regularly with new work that represents your growth and evolution as a photographer.
Tailored Approach: If you're presenting your portfolio to a specific client or for a specific job, tailor it to show your competence in that particular area. This can be done easily on your website.
THE THIRTY-DAY PORTFOLIO SLAM IS ENROLLING EIGHT PHOTOGRAPHERS NOW.
I will only take eight photographers for this class
This Portfolio Slam will be for tabletop photographers only.
Tabletop: Food, product, still life, cosmetics, beverage, jewelry, etc.
This is a great class and one you can use on your own anytime you want to add a new portfolio to your arsenal.
For more information, hit the site here.
For information on my exclusive one-on-one mentorship class, go here.
See ya’ll soon.
