Tag: artist opportunities

Think about the last time you flipped through someone’s art portfolio online. Did you quickly scroll through the images and then move on? That’s exactly what happens to most portfolios today. A flat set of images is fine, but in a world where we’re constantly consuming video and dynamic media, static photos often fall short. They don’t capture the story, the energy, or the magic behind the work. If you’ve ever thought, “My art looks so much better in person,” you already know the frustration. Photographs can’t always show texture, scale,…

Why Every Portfolio Isn’t for Everyone Let’s start with a truth many artists overlook: your portfolio isn’t a one-size-fits-all situation. It’s tempting to create a single file with your favorite works and use it for every opportunity, but here’s the problem: what appeals to a gallery may not speak to a school admissions panel, and what collectors love might not be the same as what a curator is looking for. Different audiences have different needs, priorities, and expectations. Understanding who will view your portfolio can drastically change how your work is…