Category: Creating Your Portfolio
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Portfolio on a Budget: Tumblr
Tumblr is a microblogging platform similar to WordPress in some ways, but without the hassle of a content management system. You have less control over how your portfolio site looks and functions, though there are many themes for you to choose from. If you are just looking for a straightforward way to upload your images…
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Portfolio on a Budget: WordPress
WordPress is probably the easiest and best way to create your portfolio site for free as a freelance graphic designer. With tons of themes, there are many ways to customize your site’s appearance and functionality. WordPress is also updated regularly and has features that are accessible and user-friendly, so it’s definitely the better choice compared…
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Hosting Your Portfolio on SiteGround as a Freelance Graphic Designer
Your portfolio site probably won’t need much resources when it comes to web hosting. As such, you can pretty much go with any web host provider that’s half decent and not have any issues. That said, I would highly recommend hosting your portfolio on SiteGround. The site has been around for more than a decade…
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Portfolio on a Budget: Blogger
Blogger is a good option if you are thinking about creating your portfolio for free. Unlike Imgur, you will be able to set up a site that is more modern and professional. However, it might be hard to accomplish that feat with the basic templates provided by Blogger, which are honestly outdated in style. Fortunately,…
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Portfolio on a Budget: Imgur
Imgur is probably the simplest and most straightforward way for creating your portfolio. However, with a lack of features compared to other free alternatives such as Blogger and Wix, it’s a good choice only if you are tight on budget and don’t have much content to show.
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Looking at Your Site Design as a Freelance Graphic Designer
You have built your portfolio and set up your site. Now it’s time to move on look at your site design as a freelance graphic designer. While your portfolio site has to look good and function well, its main purpose should be to convert prospects into clients. In other words, every design decision, from color…
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Setting Up Your Portfolio Site as a Freelance Graphic Designer
You are spoiled for choice when it comes to setting up your portfolio site as a freelance graphic designer. With so many services to choose from, it comes down to your budget, the time and effort you are willing to invest, and how professional you want to portray your brand. Let’s take a look at…
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Building Your Portfolio as a Freelance Graphic Designer
Building your portfolio as a freelance graphic designer takes time and effort. It’s especially hard when you are starting out, since you have yet to land your first client and don’t have any previous work to show. Even so, there are a few ways you can create an outstanding portfolio that will impress future clients.…