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2nd Edition Status Gaining On Amazon
The 2nd edition of our No Plastic Sleeves book is gaining some status on Amazon in three different categories. If you’re an...Read More
Pick A Subject for Your Promo
Don’t try to be everything to everyone. Be known for something. Find your passion – that thing that you really love and go for...Read More
So You Need a Portfolio Webite
Whether you have an existing portfolio site and it’s time to update it to current web trends or you are starting fresh, below...Read More
Create Meaningful Touchpoints To Promotes Your Brand
Your portfolio and promotional materials are valuable touchpoints in the establishment of your brand. Every interaction a...Read More
‘No Plastic Sleeves’ Excerpt: Creative Career Portfolio Pointers
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Dan Prince ‘Reflection’ Promo
Concept and craft come together beautifully in this new promotional piece for photographer, Dan Prince. The designer, Dean...Read More
Great Concept Hits A New Home
Marketing oneself is just like marketing a client. It’s about creating a message that is relevant, memorable and piques one’s...Read More
Marcus Smith: How to Get Hired by the Clients You Want (via PDN)
I featured Marcus Smith’s portfolio a while back on this site (He’s also in the 2nd edition of our book). Check out this video...Read More
The Golden Age of the Printed Portfolio is Fading
How many of you find there’s less of a need for a printed portfolio? While certainly not gone, the golden age of the printed...Read More
The Power of Type & Image
Rüdiger Nehmzow is a German photographer whose portfolio book I featured on my site way back in 2009. This summer he sent me...Read More
Website Redesign Adds Personality
Tosca Radigonda is a photographer based in Austin, Texas. She recently completed a redesign to her website
Celebrating the Summer Season
Seasonal promos are typically a good idea as they appeal to the moment and give you a ready made opportunity to reach out to...Read More
NPS 2nd Edition is Published!
Hi Everyone,
I’m pleased to announce that the 2nd edition of No Plastic Sleeves: Portfolio and Self-Promotion Guide for...Read More
Great Concept Drives Clint Davis’ New Promo
A great idea and superb execution combine for a wow factor in this new promo by photographer Clint Davis. Clint told me, “The...Read More
Large Images Captivate
Large captivating images appeal to the senses in this wonderful newspaper promotion for photographer, Arnaud Février.
Good Design is Good Business
For an independent photographer and designer, a professionally designed brand identity and marketing materials is pretty much a...Read More
Hand-Made Bamboo and Leather Portfolio Case
Photographer Ryan Donnell has a beautiful, new, hand-crafted case for his portfolio.
He says, ” What began in November of 2013,...Read More
Sharing Personal Work – Vincent Dixon
A simple, yet dynamic grid structure works quite effectively to integrate beautiful images, a personal narrative and contextual...Read More