Present your work with clarity, coherence and impact.​

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In this two-hour recorded workshop, Annelise Stern walks you through creating or improving your artist portfolio, an essential tool for applying to residencies and open calls, approaching galleries and introducing your work to potential partners. Learn how to select your artworks, organise your presentation and communicate your artistic vision, so your portfolio reflects what makes your practice distinctive and how far it has developed.

​2 hours in French - 55 euros

UNDERSTANDING THE ROLE OF AN ARTIST PORTFOLIO

• What a portfolio is for and when you need one.

• How its purpose changes when approaching galleries, residencies, open calls, curators and collectors.

• The differences between a portfolio, an artist dossier and a website.

• What selection panels and art professionals look for first.

WHAT MAKES A PORTFOLIO EFFECTIVE

• Choose the most relevant works.

• Build a coherent visual narrative.

• Strike the right balance between images, text and readability.

• Tailor your portfolio to its purpose.

THE STEP-BY-STEP METHOD

1. Select and edit your work

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• Choose 10 to 20 strong artworks.

• Avoid an overly long or scattered selection.

• Create a clear visual progression.

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2. Structure your portfolio

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Include the essential elements of a professional portfolio:

• A cover page.

• A short biography.

• Your artist statement.

• A presentation of your artworks or series.

• Your artist CV.

Learn how to arrange these elements so your portfolio is easy to follow and makes a compelling impression.

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3. Present your artworks effectively

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• Include the right details: title, year, medium and dimensions.

• Write a concise introduction to each series or project.

• Select and prepare professional-quality images.