Print Portfolios / Promos
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Best Portfolios From Around The World – Italy
Continuing with my “Best Portfolios From Around the World” series, I offer you this little portfolio/resume book from design...Read More
Great Design Starts With Great Content
Great design starts with great content. Like images and copy that engage, resonate and are meaningful to a particular time and...Read More
Little Book From Paris
Portrait photographer, Leo-Paul Ridet recently submitted this wonderful little portrait book to NPS. A simple folding technique...Read More
First Photography Book Rocks
This compelling photography book from Ignacio Galvez, a photographer from Chile currently based in Santiago, visually captures...Read More
Dan Bannister & The Assistants
I love this piece for photographer, Dan Bannister. It celebrates the crew both behind the scenes and when they’re in front of...Read More
When Inspiration Strikes
You never know when or where inspiration will strike. But if you’re open to creative opportunities sooner or later you’ll see...Read More
Cheers to Jim Scherer’s New Cocktail Promo
This promo for photographer, Jim Scherer is much more than just a pretty face. It’s sure to be a keeper with clients, art...Read More
Kristyna Archer Tells Her Story
With these two promos, photographer Kristyna Archer has chosen slightly different formats which both work well for a sequence...Read More
Making Your Mark Your Own
Many professional logos are developed through the combination and manipulation of letterforms — called a lettermark. These...Read More
“Wander Over With” Winnie Au
The use of newsprint is a favorite medium for promos with many photographers. It’s a great format to work with – light,...Read More
When Your Work Has Got To Look Good
There are few professions for which one’s means of self-promotion is more scrutinized and judged than in the creative...Read More
Oh The Possibilities
When you hand-craft your own book you have many more possibilities literally at your fingertips. When it comes to your book,...Read More
Turing Client Work Into Self Promotion
We do some of our best work for clients. And of course we use this work to promote ourselves when it shows up in our portfolio....Read More
Giving Art
This sounds like such a great organization to contribute to. Noah Webb told me, “I am happy to share with you a charity I...Read More
Celebrate Color & Pattern
On the first day of spring I wanted to celebrate color (even while it’s still grey here in New England). This portfolio by...Read More
Seeing the Future and Going After It
Benjamin Flynn is a photographer, currently studying at the Brooks Institute in Santa Barbara, CA. He’s set to graduate in...Read More
The Power of Image
Often I’m talking about the outside of one’s portfolio – the cover design, brand, etc. Today, let’s talk about the most...Read More
Focus Your Portfolio
Your portfolio should be a well considered strategic positioning of your work. As Larry Volk (my co-author) puts it, “Creating...Read More