Portfolio Preparation

As simple as it sounds, having a strong portfolio is absolutely necessary to take you where you what to go as an artists. The following is the list of suggested elements you may want to consider using when putting one together. in yours whether you are pursuing this as a hobby or a main source of income.

Samples of your art work
Unfortunately, we can't bring in all of our work to show potential clients or art galleries what we have or are capable of. However, we can recreate a substantial demonstration of works we've created through quality photographs and incorporate them into our portfolio. Take time creating each page that shows art work that you have created, both in the past and the near present. You may want to be as critical of the quality of the photographs you choose to use as you would be proofing prints or reproductions; for these images will represent much about you and your work. It's also a good idea to consider including brief details such as dimensions, mediums, availability, and of course price.

Biography
As prospective clients become intrigued with your work, they will most likely want to know more about you. Here is a list of familiar subjects found in many biographies:

• Educated or self taught
• Background
• Where your were raised
• Any significant influences
• When you began your life as an artist
• Family
• Photograph
• Any Awards or Major accomplishments