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I wanted also at the end of the semester to send this Pre-Portfolio checklist to remind you of the worthy goals we have accomplished this semester and nudge you about what you could still be polishing prior to January 24th.
__Review your projects to determine what is worthy to go into your portfolio
__Chart all your existing work to determine gaps and what new pieces you should be creating
__Create a personal mood board to help you get to your portfolio theme with images and key words
__Determine a portfolio theme
__Determine the size of your portfolio pages. Page size and Spread size.
__Golden section your page or spread size to develop a grid
__Using the golden section create spread layouts for the following spreads
Teaser/Intro
Process page
Pay-off page
Branding page
Introduction to portfolio book
Credits page
Possible contents of each spread:
Teaser: indices, folios, image [mood board, pattern, collage, teaser image], descriptive copy for project
Process: mind maps, mood boards, type specimens, color swatches, texture swatches, process drawings, diagrams, competitive analysis, design briefs, mock-ups, how to
Pay-off: glorious large pay off photo and caption
Branding: branding photos and captions
__Write copy for your portfolio
Types of copy:
Introduction to portfolio
Descriptive copy
__Design a logo for your personal theme that could be on the cover or introduction of your portfolio
__Create a personal identity
__Develop a personal stationery package including business card, letterhead and envelope
WINTER BREAK AND SPRING
__Prepare your workspace, get a calendar and to do list system in place. Organize your work folders.
__Design and develop a personal resume, cover letter, tear sheets and promotional packet in Spring
__Create a personal blog and/or website to promote your work in Spring
__Create the portfolio in Spring
__Develop a table display for the AIGA Portfolio Review
* Note: I'm hoping some of you will consider taking Art G 151: Travel by Design crn 08677 with me this Spring. If you want to learn how to get organized and are ready to really define your goals, objectives and get a clear vision for your future this is the class for you. In addition we will be making a very special poster [double-sided] with maps and information. This could be such an important piece for your portfolio and showcase your skills. I think it is a GREAT class to take with portfolio and I hope you will join me for the first 8 weeks.
Whatever you did not get done in portfolio prep please push yourself to have a clear field of vision on January 24th.
Remember...take it one step at a time. YOU CAN DO IT! Get more organized than ever before and build in time to relax [swim, walk, jog, yoga], get good nutrition and focus on your career and life goals. What a privilege it is for me to work with all of you.
