Portfolio Design Skills

Using bold fonts and warm colors such as red and orange.

Utilizing whitespace generously for a minimalist look.

Incorporating detailed illustrations with subdued tones.

Applying pastel colors and script typefaces for elegance.

Gothic

Rococo

Renaissance

Modernism

To balance the use of complementary colors.

To indicate the time period the art was created.

To outline each element within the artwork.

To create emphasis and focus.

Employing universal geometric shapes devoid of personal or cultural references.

Selecting mass-produced fabrics lacking personal significance or context.

Incorporating cultural artifacts specific to their heritage in mixed media pieces.

Using generic store-bought items unrelated to any particular culture or identity.

Isolating it with negative space around it.

Using uniform lines throughout for consistency.

Applying analogous colors across all subjects.

Layering multiple textures evenly over every object.

Carving intricate designs into long-lasting granite slabs.

Creating delicate sculptures out of ice that will melt over time.

Producing digital prints that can be endlessly reproduced.

Sculpting permanent bronze statues that withstand the elements.

Avoids integrating contemporary contexts to remain timeless and unchanging.

For actively curating works reflecting conscious choices about representation and message intended for the audience.

It focuses on producing quantity over quality, disregarding a coherent thematic thread.

It largely relies on replicating historic tropes to secure recognition and familiarity.

Harmony

Contrast

Unity

Rhythm

Placing visually heavier elements near the edge counterbalanced by multiple smaller elements grouped together

Centering one large dominant element for symmetrical equilibrium

Spacing out lighter elements evenly around heavy central focal point

Uniformly distributing medium-weight elements throughout for even weight distribution

Expression

Medium

Technique

Composition