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Illustration Portfolio Review: A Boost for Your Creative Career

Are you an illustrator looking to take your work to the next level? Then a portfolio review is the perfect way to get expert feedback and guidance. Whether you’re just starting out or have years of experience, getting a fresh perspective can help you refine your portfolio and increase your chances of landing the right opportunities.

Free Portfolio Chats

I am a full time professional artist and illustrator working for Press, Publishing and advertising with extended knowledge in creative industries. I started doing free portfolio chats for people from marginalized and oppressed communities in early 2023. This free mentoring initiative, launched by British illustrator Owen Davey, takes place once a month via Zoom, and it’s a great opportunity to connect with fellow artists and provide my industry insights to illustrators around the globe: in Latin America, Canada, Europe, the Middle and Far East.

You can get a 30 minute FREE portfolio review with me, by following me on Instagram and booking a session on the platform when I post about it.

To get a more in depth portfolio review, you can book a 40 minute one-on-one session with me. Here’s an overview of what to expect:

What is an Illustration Portfolio Review?

A portfolio review is a feedback session where an experienced illustrator looks at your work and gives you advice on how to improve it. This can include:

• A constructive critique of your selection of work and making sure it meets your goals
• Tips on presentation – how to make your portfolio easy to navigate and appealing
• Advice on your technical skills and where you need to make improvements
• Help you identify career opportunities and the best ways to market yourself

Why get a portfolio review?

• Get objective feedback: Get expert advice on what’s working and what’s not
• Clarity: Learn how to make your portfolio more cohesive and appealing to clients
• Marketability: Make sure your work is aligned with what clients are looking for
• Growth: Identify areas for improvement and gain confidence in your artistic direction and style

What happens during a review?

• Review of your work: I will assess your portfolio to ensure it’s cohesive, showcases your strengths and aligns with your artistic goals
• Constructive feedback: Expect detailed comments on how to improve your selection, layout and technical execution
• Career advice: I may offer advice on how to target specific markets, get noticed by art directors, and advance your career

What you’ll get:

• Personalized feedback: Detailed, actionable advice tailored to your work
• Q&A: You’ll have the opportunity to ask questions and delve deeper into areas that need improvement
• Next Steps: Clear guidance on how to update or refine your portfolio

Who can benefit?

• New illustrators who need help to showcase their best work
• Experienced artists who want to refresh their work or enter new markets
• Freelancers who want to make their portfolio stand out
• Anyone seeking a professional edge in the illustration industry

How to prepare:

• Select your best work: Pieces that showcase your style and skills
• Be open to feedback: This is an opportunity to improve
• Set goals: Think about specific areas you want feedback on (layout, technique or career advice)

Why it’s worth it:

A portfolio review can give you the confidence, clarity and direction you need to land better clients, grow your career and take your creative practice to new heights.

Ready to take your portfolio to the next level? Book now your 40 minute Portfolio Review and get the expert feedback you need to succeed!