One of the first portfolios I've ever browsed for fun would be http://www.cylehowe.com/
My connection to this portfolio would be that the creator went to my high school and I've asked this person for advice when deciding to get into the graphic design in college. This portfolio is a big inspiration because this student comes from a similar background to mine, coming from the same high school as I did. From T-shirt designs to posters I enjoy viewing new creative ways to design things. I especially admire his logo and how he has created a brand for himself in such a cleaver way.
This second portfolio I found while browsing the internet and right away I was intrigued by it. http://charlottetang.com/ What has drawn me to this portfolio was its unique use of shape in its overall layout. The use of circles instead of rectangles made it stand out from others and has a much smoother feeling to it. One of the many examples that I admire this portfolio is "Munchkinetics" which takes a fun and artistic idea and still keeps it very professionally done.
http://rsj.prosite.com/ This designer's portfolio has a very simplistic and animated feel to it but the other topics on the page are different but do not cause the design to clash or cause chaos. What I admire about this portfolio is the designers ability to make fluid designs that require little to no detail, without taking away or reducing the impact of the design.
Friday, January 30, 2015
1) As we begin this discussion on online portfolios, I thought I'd post Zak Stoddard's website, since Zak is one of our own. Maybe this site is more than a portfolio, but it showcases Zak's work as as a designer. I think it is a well-organized, creative way to display his work and background information, and one that I am considering using as an example for my online portfolio. What do you think? Zak Stoddard's Portfolio
2) Wow! I am mightily impressed with this animated (as in multiple movement) website by "the droid you are looking for" -- although he should have paid more attention to grammar in school. He's GOOD -- he says so; he's a perfectionist who confidently touts his wares and skills, and his skills are "legion." He paraphrases Steve Jobs, and there are many little buttons on this very complex site to discover and press that lead you up and down and sideways for more information. It's kind of fun for me as a student to poke around, but would a perspective client have time for all that? Again, this site is all one page, where you scroll down toward the bottom. He sells himself first, and then showcases his work, although his work section seems all "jumbled" together. (Where's the white space?) I'm not sure if his name is Botond Raduly or Raduly Botond, but see for yourself at http://botondraduly.com/
3) I like the simplicity of this fun site. The designer is at the forefront all the time. This is me; and then this is my work. A lot of animation. http://www.gcardoso.pt/
2) Wow! I am mightily impressed with this animated (as in multiple movement) website by "the droid you are looking for" -- although he should have paid more attention to grammar in school. He's GOOD -- he says so; he's a perfectionist who confidently touts his wares and skills, and his skills are "legion." He paraphrases Steve Jobs, and there are many little buttons on this very complex site to discover and press that lead you up and down and sideways for more information. It's kind of fun for me as a student to poke around, but would a perspective client have time for all that? Again, this site is all one page, where you scroll down toward the bottom. He sells himself first, and then showcases his work, although his work section seems all "jumbled" together. (Where's the white space?) I'm not sure if his name is Botond Raduly or Raduly Botond, but see for yourself at http://botondraduly.com/
3) I like the simplicity of this fun site. The designer is at the forefront all the time. This is me; and then this is my work. A lot of animation. http://www.gcardoso.pt/
Sunday, January 25, 2015
Comment on Entwistle Logo
I think I finally solved the comment-post challenge!
Virginia had a good point I hadn't thought of—classic style/classic(al) music. Plus, considering the client likes Art Nouveau, I think your design is a fine solution.
My only criticism would be that, for me, the Art Nouveau style and pianos don't quite mesh stylistically. Art Nouveau is more of a visual style, while pianos conjure up an auditory/musical style. Does the musician play music from that time period? When I think of Art Nouveau, I also think of it as weaving its style into the item being illustrated rather than around it. I would like to see the surrounding natural forms harmonize more with the piano.
On the flip side, I like your color choices, which exude the desired theme of water. I also like your font choice, which is classy and refined. I looked at your client's website and the logo worked well on his site. I liked that it was centered on the home page and to the right on subsequent pages, which added some nice variety while still maintaining continuity.
Virginia had a good point I hadn't thought of—classic style/classic(al) music. Plus, considering the client likes Art Nouveau, I think your design is a fine solution.
My only criticism would be that, for me, the Art Nouveau style and pianos don't quite mesh stylistically. Art Nouveau is more of a visual style, while pianos conjure up an auditory/musical style. Does the musician play music from that time period? When I think of Art Nouveau, I also think of it as weaving its style into the item being illustrated rather than around it. I would like to see the surrounding natural forms harmonize more with the piano.
On the flip side, I like your color choices, which exude the desired theme of water. I also like your font choice, which is classy and refined. I looked at your client's website and the logo worked well on his site. I liked that it was centered on the home page and to the right on subsequent pages, which added some nice variety while still maintaining continuity.
Comment on Entwistle logo
I feel the classic lines of Art Deco support Entwistle's identity as a classic pianist.
Tuesday, January 13, 2015
Welcome to GID299 Portfolio & Prod, Spring 2015
This is where, as part of the requirements for this class, you will post your work and receive individualized feedback - from me and your peers. You are required to post at least once a week and comment on at least 2 other student's work. This is a great way to get quick feedback for your work, allowing it to progress, develop, and be the best design work you can produce. I'm looking forward to what the class will do with this space this quarter!
How to participate in the blog:
1. Procure a gmail account
2. Send me your gmail name so I can add you, as an author, to this blog
3. Posting your work also means you attach a "label" that is your name, to your post
4. Post once a week, and comment at least twice a week.
To start things off, I'll post a recent project of mine below. Please leave a comment.
(To see the artwork enlarged, click on it)
Project Brief: This logo was created for a Classical Pianist who is opening up a teaching studio in an exclusive, upscale community along the Florida coast. During our initial meeting, I learned that he enjoyed the Art Nouveau period.
How to participate in the blog:
1. Procure a gmail account
2. Send me your gmail name so I can add you, as an author, to this blog
3. Posting your work also means you attach a "label" that is your name, to your post
4. Post once a week, and comment at least twice a week.
To start things off, I'll post a recent project of mine below. Please leave a comment.
(To see the artwork enlarged, click on it)
Project Brief: This logo was created for a Classical Pianist who is opening up a teaching studio in an exclusive, upscale community along the Florida coast. During our initial meeting, I learned that he enjoyed the Art Nouveau period.
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