Student BCards
Check out the backs of these business cards designed by photo and graphic design students during a portfolio course I taught @...Read More
Need A New Logo? Check Out Some of My Recent Logo Designs
Do you need a professional looking logo? I’d be happy to work with you to develop your brand identity from scratch or as a...Read More
Student Promotional – Playing Cards
Graphic design student Kayleigh Freshmen created this set of playing cards as a promotional piece to help her secure employment...Read More
A Few Good Examples of Portfolio Websites
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Some...Read More
NPS Book Continues to Make Top Ten on Amazon Lists
We’re up there with great company. Check out our No Plastic Sleeves, 2nd Edition book on Amazon.
As of today, January 16th,...Read More
Dr. Camera Logo
When San-Francisco based photographer JJ Casas approached me about designing a logo for his new venture, Dr. Camera, I was...Read More
Student Portfolios
When teaching a portfolio course, I stress the importance of concept and brand informing the direction of the portfolio book’s...Read More
Caitie McCabe Photography Re-Launches!
NPS was recently the lucky recipient of an awesome Caitie McCabe rocket box. Photographer, Caitie McCabe re-launched her new...Read More
The Benefits of a Screw Post Portfolio
After working with some of the folks at Wonderful Machine (a production company with a network of over 700 photographers and...Read More
Cootie Catcher Promo Catches Our Eye
This new promo for photographer, Noel Besuzzi is colorful, fun and upbeat. Noel worked with the terrific folks over at...Read More
The Multi Uses of Steve DeCusatis’s Portfolio Book
“Form follows function” is a modernist architectural and industrial design principle coined by the American architect Louis...Read More
Wow Factor for Interactive Resume
New York multidisciplinary designer, Robby Leonardi has created an awesome visual and motion effects online portfolio website...Read More
My Logo Design for Jill P. Mott
Working with photographer, Jill Mott to design her new logo was a great experience. We chatted several times via Skype so I...Read More
Good Interviewing Advice
http://www.aiga.org/tips-for-designers-nailing-the-interview/
Make Your Own Mask Promo
This is a fun inspired promo from photographer, Ron Egozi. He took what could have been a typical “ordinary” photo shoot and...Read More
6 Top Online Photography Portfolio Hosting Options
Good overview from PetaPixel -
Squarespace
500px
SmugMug
Zenfolio
Format
PhotoShelter
New Logo Design for Daniel Baum Gets In the Dirt
“I want to be in the spots where the racecars are throwing up the dirt.” That was the line that really stuck with me from the...Read More
It Takes A Team To Create A Photograph
Meet the Assistants. This is the 4th year that Dan Bannister and his team of assistants bring us this incredible promotional...Read More
Because 2 Is Better Than 1
This is such a fun, well designed “special” launch promo that shows lots of personality to announce the co-branding of
Dad Time Project & Promo
The Dad Time project started a couple years ago when photographer Callie Lipkin and her husband became new parents. Drawing...Read More
Photostrip Logo Design
San Francisco photographer and creative director, JJ Casas contacted me this past fall about a logo design for one of his...Read More
Blend of Form and Function Embodies Brand
For farm to table food photographer, Jennifer Silverberg it made sense to source local materials and talent to create her...Read More
Great Way to Announce A Move
Making a move to a new location can be exciting and perhaps a bit stressful too. It’s also a great time to introduce yourself...Read More
Outdoor Adventure Photographer
After a day of outdoor adventuring you sit back and enjoy… a cold one of course! That’s what makes the idea of a Colorado...Read More
Need a New Logo? Hire Me.
If you need a new logo, get in touch. My rates are reasonable and my clients are happy! I also design business cards and other...Read More
Get Your Copy of the No Plastic Sleeves Book Today!
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I designed this promotional poster to play off of the “No” in our title and to illustrate the...Read More
DIY Post & Screw Portfolio on a Budget
Kudos to German editorial & commercial portrait photographer Ines Opifanti for making her own well crafted portfolio book. It’s...Read More
The Process of Desiging a Logo
I recently completed a logo design and brand identity for L.A. photographer Jill Connelly. A photographer’s logo requires a...Read More
Personal Work Inspires Handmade Promotional Book
This informative and moving promotional book is a wonderful example of creating a meaningful promotional piece that is about...Read More
Kickin It Old School is Awesome
This is such a cool promo for lifestyle photographer, Bryan Alano. Not only is it something you’d love to have and play with,...Read More
Stand Out Promo Helps to Land Internship
It’s rare to see such ingenuity as found in this wonderful promotional piece from design student, Sarah Becker. This smart,...Read More
Natural, Honest and Beautifully Crafted
Natural, honest and beautifully crafted are indeed the words that come to mind when viewing this new portfolio book for...Read More
New Logo Design & Inspiration
Here’s another new logo and business card design I just completed for architects, Andy and Helen Rhee of Cranston, RI. For this...Read More
New Logo Design for Adventure Photographer
I’m happy to share with you a logo design I just completed for Austin area adventure photographer Jacob Bodkin. This was a...Read More
My Interview on PHOTOGRAPHY BANG! BANG!
I’m honored to be interviewed by Mark Townsend, a commercial photographer from Sydney, Australia and the creator of PHOTOGRAPHY...Read More
It’s Squishy and Wrapped in Gauze
With some trepidation you open Justin Poulsen‘s latest promo. It is indeed squishy and wrapped in gauze. It’s paired with a...Read More
More Student Portfolios
Here are several student portfolios from a portfolio course I taught this spring. Each one is unique with a well thought out...Read More
Junior Portfolio
This semester I’ve been teaching a portfolio course for juniors and seniors in both graphic design and photography. The...Read More
Visual Character Of Portfolio Cover Sets The Stage
West coast food and lifestyle photographer, Shea Evans’ new portfolio book is a stand out. Sure, the work inside is strong and...Read More
Promo Says Thanks to Those Behind The Scenes
I really enjoy this promo from photographer, Dan Bannister. It’s fun to see what goes on behind the scenes and really nice the...Read More
Ashley Gieseking Gives Clients Something to Celebrate
To celebrate the new year, photographer Ashley Gieseking went all out with this thoughtful gift for her clients. She told me,...Read More
Cool Video Promo from Emery Creative
I really enjoyed this promo from Emery Creative – a creative studio started by two very talented people who used to be students...Read More
Large Full Bleed Images for Maximum Impact
Luke Copping Photography 2015 Print Portfolio from Luke Copping on Vimeo.
A new 2015 portfolio book from photographer Luke...Read More
Noah Webb’s Dog is An Apple Dog
You just can’t beat this kind of PR. Congrats to Noah!
Noah told me,
“I am on cloud nine! My Iphone photo of my dog Greta is...Read More
Material Choices Make For Stunning Portfolio Case
In the right hands, top quality ingredients can yield some of the most exquisite and enjoyable meals. The same can be said for...Read More
Postcards Done Right
The postcard format doesn’t leave much room to tell your story. A series of postcards with strong imagery all organized around...Read More
What Makes An Effective Portfolio Website
British photographer, Dom Romney’s newly redesigned website is an excellent example.
Today, I’m going to breakdown what makes...Read More
Fun Cross Over Idea from Printed Promo to Instagram & Twitter
Steve & Anne Truppe of TRU STUDIO are a husband and wife photo and video team in Chicago. They came up with a fun idea that...Read More
From Marketing Idea to Gallery Showing with Worldwide Attention
I can’t stress enough the importance of good content. If you don’t have anything compelling to say or show in your work than...Read More
#1 Best Seller on Amazon in Professional Photography Category
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
http://blog.creativegroup.com/no-plastic-sleeves-excerpt-creative-career-portfolio-pointers
5 Networks Designers Should Join
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