This week, I dedicated significant effort to refining my website. Inspired by YouTube tutorials, I revisited the site with the intention of achieving a more standardized aesthetic. By analyzing the websites of my classmates, I gleaned valuable insights into creating a cohesive visual experience. My initial modifications focused on the banner. I opted to incorporate a declaration of my professional identity as a photographer. Subsequently, I revised the text within the “About Me” and “Portfolio” sections, aiming to cultivate a professional tone suitable for a freelance artist seeking collaborative opportunities. Further refinement involved a shift in the banner content. I replaced the generic website name with my own, establishing a more personal brand identity.

Throughout the week, my primary objective revolved around enhancing the visual layout. Specifically, I prioritized an “organic” and organized presentation of my portfolio. This involved restructuring the photography to reflect genre categories – a stark contrast to the previous social media and video listing format. Having revitalized the descriptions within the “About Me” and “Portfolio” sections, I proceeded to address the imagery. My goal was to showcase a broader spectrum of myself visually. This encompassed both depictions of my professional activities and portraits that cultivate a sense of approachability. Particular emphasis was placed on elevating the writing within the “About Me” section. The revised descriptions are geared towards potential collaborators and strive for a more sophisticated, polished tone.

While I have made significant progress, future enhancements are envisioned. These include the incorporation of a dedicated “Links” page, rectification of the homepage title, minor adjustments to the “About Me” section for optimal flow, and the addition of in-depth, comprehensive descriptions throughout the website. Overall, I possess a newfound confidence in my website and its ability to effectively showcase my work. The completion of this project fills me with a sense of accomplishment, and I am eager to share the final product as a linkable representation of my creative endeavors.

This week, I dedicated my efforts to refining the updates on my portfolio since the last iteration. I believe my portfolio is essentially complete now, but I delved into enhancing its visual appeal by exploring different images and researching various code snippets for alternative layouts. Through experimentation, I found that I’m content with the current layout, yet I’m considering tweaking the color scheme in the upcoming week for added vibrancy. Moreover, I’ve been diligently crafting more comprehensive descriptions for each portfolio item. These descriptions now include details such as the specific camera and lens used, as well as insights into the lighting setup. I believe it’s crucial to convey my technical expertise and range to my audience effectively.

Looking forward, my agenda for next week includes expanding upon my portfolio’s content by incorporating links to the skits I’ve created, alongside showcasing my refined editing skills. This additional multimedia element will provide visitors with a more holistic view of my capabilities. Since there wasn’t a specific email prompt or directive in our weekly message, I dedicated considerable time to refining my portfolio through rigorous workshopping sessions. My aim during this process is to transition from overly embellished language to a more professional yet creatively engaging tone.

Reflecting on the week, I’m pleased with the tremendous productivity I’ve achieved in laying out clear objectives for the upcoming weeks. This focused approach ensures that I’m continuously evolving and refining my portfolio to better showcase my skills and expertise.