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Carl Zeiss 35mm ZF f/2.0 Distagon T

03/27/2007 12:07:24 AM · #1

wonder if anyone can help... .

I'm thinking about creating a portfolio of my work and would be looking to purchase a professional looking binder to make a good impression when displaying to potential future clients etc

I really have no idea what seperates a good binder from a bad binder so i'd be grateful for any suggestions on where I can get one, and on which one to get?

virtuamike

Nikon D2X

03/27/2007 12:14:54 AM · #2

Binders aren't professional. Get an actual portfolio.

Carl Zeiss 35mm ZF f/2.0 Distagon T

03/27/2007 12:26:20 AM · #3

well yeah, that's what I meant but I wasn't sure if the folder part was actually called portfolio or the whole thing with the photographs in was called portfolio.... if you get what i mean?

Originally posted by virtuamike:

Binders aren't professional. Get an actual portfolio.

virtuamike

Nikon D2X

03/27/2007 12:41:55 AM · #4

Originally posted by dewdodesign:

well yeah, that's what I meant but I wasn't sure if the folder part was actually called portfolio or the whole thing with the photographs in was called portfolio.... if you get what i mean?

Originally posted by virtuamike:
Binders aren't professional. Get an actual portfolio.

It's usually "book" or "portfolio". Never "binder" ;)

Depends on what you're trying to get into / what clients you're trying to target. Prices can range drastically.

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03/27/2007 12:58:23 AM · #5

lol don't be picky, it can be a binder too, even though it does tend to drum up miserable images of work!

Can you elaborate on why you think different portfolio's suit different audiences?
I just thought a leather bound book would do the trick?

Carl Zeiss 35mm ZF f/2.0 Distagon T

03/27/2007 12:58:48 AM · #6

oh, thanks for the links BTW

virtuamike

Nikon D2X

03/27/2007 01:24:31 AM · #7

Originally posted by dewdodesign:

Because you don't want to go into an interview with a vinyl binder that says starving student =)

Presentation matters to clients.

I don't think it's necessary to get a $1000+ book for showcasing family portraits, but I don't think it'd hurt to showcase your work in a professional light that's appropriate for whatever market segment you're getting into.

sher

Canon EOS-300D Rebel

Tamron AF 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 XR Di LD Aspherical IF for Canon

03/27/2007 01:34:56 AM · #8

This is the one i use. it looks nice, makes a good presentation and it won't break the bank.

Anastasia

Canon EOS-5D

Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM

03/27/2007 01:41:41 AM · #9

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