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Redemption · 07-10-2007, 00:37

Well, I could waste my time posting tons of threads with all my work in it, or I could just drop you a link to my portfolio and have you tell me what you think.

I've been using this as a reference when CareerBuilder employers find me, and they certainly like what I have going. But, I wanted a personal opinion on my overall portfolio (such as the quality of the work, the thumbnail displays (every thumbnail was resized and uploaded by me instead of an automatic resizer), and just the overall usability of the portfolio.

If anyone has any comments or tips that I could change within it also, please let me know.

Click Here to View!!!!

Thanks,
Redemption

Drewry · 07-10-2007, 03:21

If you are going to use the same menu background twice don't have it right on top of each other.

solix · 07-10-2007, 04:14

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Originally Posted by Drewry

If you are going to use the same menu background twice don't have it right on top of each other.

I don't agree. you shouldn't use the same menu twice at all!

Dusteh · 07-10-2007, 05:06

Is it just me or are your logos raster?

Redemption · 07-10-2007, 06:00

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Originally Posted by Drewry

If you are going to use the same menu background twice don't have it right on top of each other.

Could you please be a little more clear on what you meant on that statement? Honestly, it could mean anything (meaning in one of my designs, the Coroflot's default interface, featured work, etc...).

Thanks.

Redemption · 07-10-2007, 06:01

Dusteh, yes, you are correct. Before, I only used Photoshop to create my first logos, but it's only been lately that I have been learning to unlock the power and importance behind vectorized logos created in Illustrator for example.

Redemption · 07-10-2007, 06:04

Oh, Drewry, are you talking about my featured work where there's 2 similar layouts shown? If you didn't already notice (if you're smart enough to), you'd see that they are works in progress, and I am showing both versions of my latest work. It's in the description of each template shown. Maybe you should check next time before you try to sound smart.

Thanks again.

paris · 07-10-2007, 06:45

it should be the designers responsibility to make sure the contents are easy to find and read not the viewers.

Redemption · 07-10-2007, 09:15

Paris, what does this have to do with my responsibility? Coroflot is a directory of portfolios. There's one set theme, there's only one way each person can set up their stuff, so why would you make a statement like that when this portfolio is very self-explanatory and pretty much idiot-proof.

Redemption · 07-10-2007, 09:21

Forget I even made this topic, if you guys want to go ahead and critique stuff that's not even controllable by me, or easily understandable but still 90% of the idiots who post here don't have a clue, go right ahead. That's unbelievable. That's all I have to say. You guys talk about making sure the "contents" are easy to find as a viewer, but the moment you view my page, you see on the left: Overview, Portfolio, Profile, and Contact. On the right you see: Template Designs, Logo Designs, Advertisement Banners, and Artwork and Concepts...Hmmm, I really wonder what those could be. Oh, I finally figured it out (the viewer's perspective), it's a person's portfolio!!!

Also, try to get this into your head, I already told you that it's a standard layout, you can't change this. It's a portfolio site, it's not a MySpace page. So please stop telling me it's my responsibility to change all this stuff.

pgo · 07-10-2007, 09:44

I think you need to chill out.

No wonder people are confused - I thought Coroflot was your site at first, too. Don't get snippy with people - you're the "designer" who can't even make his own portfolio and then whines like a child when people comment on it.

It's not a "work in progress" - it's not even a "work". It's a template from some generic portfolio site. No employer worth working for is going to take that seriously.

I think it's always interesting that you can tell when someone doesn't have a degree by how they react to criticism.

Redemption · 07-10-2007, 10:00

pgo, first off, how am I unable to make my own portfolio? I put this up because this site encourages employers to search for potential job-seekers. Also, what are you talking about...

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It's not a "work in progress" - it's not even a "work". It's a template from some generic portfolio site.

I'm working with a client right now, and I used my profile to display my different versions of his template as well as receive some feedback on the current progress, what do you even mean by that? Seriously. I wake up to this stuff, and it's definitely a little frustrating that people just tend to act like they do. Honestly, I expected more from what I've seen from this community so far, but I guess I was definitely wrong. Just to make you happy, I've already received numerous offers from businesses through Coroflot. I'm just starting out, testing the waters right now. I'm actually starting to get serious about pursuing my career in this. If you only knew where I was coming from, maybe you'd be a little different on your approach. I must be doing something right, because I've already received an offer for a $55,000 job in D.C. (And no, I don't have any degree yet, I'm in my last year of high school, so of course I'm going to act this way).

Maerk · 07-10-2007, 10:13

Pretty sure the initial comments were quite clearly about the two identical nav bars within the large thumbnails in the link, and nothing to do with Coroflot (I find it pretty easy to see it's a site where you host some samples your work, not a site you design yourself)

And I agree with them, if you're going to have work duplicated within your examples, at least don't show them right next to one another.

And though PGO's comment about the degree was a little below the belt, your overreaction and defensive reaction and quoting of cash offer would have people with autism offering you hugs for taking things too seriously.

Redemption · 07-10-2007, 10:24

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Originally Posted by Maerk

Pretty sure the initial comments were quite clearly about the two identical nav bars within the large thumbnails in the link, and nothing to do with Coroflot (I find it pretty easy to see it's a site where you host some samples your work, not a site you design yourself)

And I agree with them, if you're going to have work duplicated within your examples, at least don't show them right next to one another.

And though PGO's comment about the degree was a little below the belt, your overreaction and defensive reaction and quoting of cash offer would have people with autism offering you hugs for taking things too seriously.

Maerk, I know I definitely overreacted. I only had 2 hours of sleep so far, and I didn't want to wake up to this. There was so much confusion mixed in each post, it was really stressful. Honestly, I wanted to create this thread to have the chance to interact with fellow designers of this community in a friendly way, as well as helping to provide feedback at the same time. It's a little hard to defend myself when someone talks about myself not having a degree, when it's not even possible for me (as I am in high school). I really wished I would of baby-stepped the description of this thread, because apparently a lot of people processed what this thread was about completely differently than the original intention.

Mandy Moo · 07-10-2007, 12:38

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But, I wanted a personal opinion on my overall portfolio (such as the quality of the work, the thumbnail displays (every thumbnail was resized and uploaded by me instead of an automatic resizer), and just the overall usability of the portfolio.

You did ask for critique on the website and usability of it which is probably why you have received response regarding the navigations. I think that if you are calling yourself a CSS/HTML designer (as you have on your DT profile) you should be presenting a site that is done by yourself... and although you are saying that potential clients have been impressed with your work, I think they will be even more impressed if you had your own site, infact I think they would expect you to.

Anyway... ignoring the usability of the site and concentrating on your work...
I think as a High School student, your work is good. I like your artwork and concept page, not too keen on some of your logos and banner designs but I think that with a bit more experience and experimenting you will get better. The foundation is definately there.

Redemption · 07-10-2007, 15:12

Yea, actually Mandy, the only banners I've done in the past 5 months was the NewRSS and Nixism banners. As with the logos, those are very outdated. Some are a couple years old. I use illustrator now. After I'm done with my current client, I'm focusing on portfolio building and pumping out a lot of new work (along with my own site) which I already have everything planned out for. Oh, and with the Artwork/Concepts, the one shown as my avatar is the only one I've done in almost a year. I took a break for a while and went into the learning process, and now I'm in the actual applying stage.

*Also, thanks for the support about my work. Never took any classes.*

07-10-2007, 00:37	#1 (permalink)
Redemption Also known as vX Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Florida Posts: 51	My Portfolio Work in General Well, I could waste my time posting tons of threads with all my work in it, or I could just drop you a link to my portfolio and have you tell me what you think. I've been using this as a reference when CareerBuilder employers find me, and they certainly like what I have going. But, I wanted a personal opinion on my overall portfolio (such as the quality of the work, the thumbnail displays (every thumbnail was resized and uploaded by me instead of an automatic resizer), and just the overall usability of the portfolio. If anyone has any comments or tips that I could change within it also, please let me know. Click Here to View!!!! Thanks, Redemption

07-10-2007, 05:06	#4 (permalink)
Dusteh Sir digby chicken caesar Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 4,308	Is it just me or are your logos raster? __________________ unconsolidated isoparms

07-10-2007, 10:13	#13 (permalink)
Maerk Doodler. Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Manchester, UK Posts: 1,348	Pretty sure the initial comments were quite clearly about the two identical nav bars within the large thumbnails in the link, and nothing to do with Coroflot (I find it pretty easy to see it's a site where you host some samples your work, not a site you design yourself) And I agree with them, if you're going to have work duplicated within your examples, at least don't show them right next to one another. And though PGO's comment about the degree was a little below the belt, your overreaction and defensive reaction and quoting of cash offer would have people with autism offering you hugs for taking things too seriously. __________________ sreski & scrapbook.sreski

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07-10-2007, 03:21	#2 (permalink)
Drewry Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Alabama, USA Posts: 298	If you are going to use the same menu background twice don't have it right on top of each other.

07-10-2007, 06:01	#6 (permalink)
Redemption Also known as vX Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Florida Posts: 51	Dusteh, yes, you are correct. Before, I only used Photoshop to create my first logos, but it's only been lately that I have been learning to unlock the power and importance behind vectorized logos created in Illustrator for example.

07-10-2007, 06:04	#7 (permalink)
Redemption Also known as vX Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Florida Posts: 51	Oh, Drewry, are you talking about my featured work where there's 2 similar layouts shown? If you didn't already notice (if you're smart enough to), you'd see that they are works in progress, and I am showing both versions of my latest work. It's in the description of each template shown. Maybe you should check next time before you try to sound smart. Thanks again.

07-10-2007, 06:45	#8 (permalink)
paris gulp! Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Australia Posts: 72	it should be the designers responsibility to make sure the contents are easy to find and read not the viewers.

07-10-2007, 09:15	#9 (permalink)
Redemption Also known as vX Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Florida Posts: 51	Paris, what does this have to do with my responsibility? Coroflot is a directory of portfolios. There's one set theme, there's only one way each person can set up their stuff, so why would you make a statement like that when this portfolio is very self-explanatory and pretty much idiot-proof.

07-10-2007, 09:21	#10 (permalink)
Redemption Also known as vX Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Florida Posts: 51	Forget I even made this topic, if you guys want to go ahead and critique stuff that's not even controllable by me, or easily understandable but still 90% of the idiots who post here don't have a clue, go right ahead. That's unbelievable. That's all I have to say. You guys talk about making sure the "contents" are easy to find as a viewer, but the moment you view my page, you see on the left: Overview, Portfolio, Profile, and Contact. On the right you see: Template Designs, Logo Designs, Advertisement Banners, and Artwork and Concepts...Hmmm, I really wonder what those could be. Oh, I finally figured it out (the viewer's perspective), it's a person's portfolio!!! Also, try to get this into your head, I already told you that it's a standard layout, you can't change this. It's a portfolio site, it's not a MySpace page. So please stop telling me it's my responsibility to change all this stuff.

07-10-2007, 09:44	#11 (permalink)
pgo i'm done, son Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 12,262	I think you need to chill out. No wonder people are confused - I thought Coroflot was your site at first, too. Don't get snippy with people - you're the "designer" who can't even make his own portfolio and then whines like a child when people comment on it. It's not a "work in progress" - it's not even a "work". It's a template from some generic portfolio site. No employer worth working for is going to take that seriously. I think it's always interesting that you can tell when someone doesn't have a degree by how they react to criticism.

07-10-2007, 15:12	#16 (permalink)
Redemption Also known as vX Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Florida Posts: 51	Yea, actually Mandy, the only banners I've done in the past 5 months was the NewRSS and Nixism banners. As with the logos, those are very outdated. Some are a couple years old. I use illustrator now. After I'm done with my current client, I'm focusing on portfolio building and pumping out a lot of new work (along with my own site) which I already have everything planned out for. Oh, and with the Artwork/Concepts, the one shown as my avatar is the only one I've done in almost a year. I took a break for a while and went into the learning process, and now I'm in the actual applying stage. Also, thanks for the support about my work. Never took any classes.

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