Tag: portfolio optimization
Most artists don’t wake up thinking about keywords or algorithms. You probably care more about color palettes than meta tags. But here’s the truth: your online portfolio is like a gallery sitting on a quiet street. If no one knows it’s there, your brilliant work might never get noticed. Search engine optimization, or SEO, is how you put up bright signs pointing people in your direction. Without it, collectors, curators, or even casual art lovers may never stumble across your work, no matter how incredible it is. Think about it this…
When you hear the term “responsive design,” it might sound like something that belongs in a developer’s handbook, not an artist’s portfolio. But here’s the thing, your portfolio is a living space for your art, and if that space feels cramped or broken on someone’s screen, the experience falls flat. Have you ever clicked on a site from your phone only to see images cut off or words shoved into tiny corners? Imagine a curator experiencing that with your portfolio. The truth is, responsive design isn’t about chasing trends, it’s about…
1. Why You Don’t Need to Show Everything Let’s start with a truth that trips up so many artists: more is not always better. When you’re putting together a portfolio, the instinct is to throw in everything, thinking, “The more they see, the more impressed they’ll be.” But here’s the kicker, a bloated portfolio can overwhelm jurors and dilute your strongest work. Every piece should earn its spot, not just fill space. Think of your portfolio as a conversation with a friend. You wouldn’t talk non-stop without letting them digest your ideas,…
Your Portfolio Just Got a Digital Upgrade Once upon a time, an artist’s portfolio was a heavy binder, tucked under one arm and brimming with carefully mounted pieces. You’d hand it over with both hope and hesitation, wondering if anyone would truly see your work. Fast-forward to today, and things look wildly different. Your art can travel across continents in seconds, land in inboxes, DMs, and gallery submission forms, all thanks to technology. Tech hasn’t just made portfolio-building easier. It has completely rewritten the rules. From interactive websites to mobile-optimized galleries…