Whether you’re looking to land a job, client, or connection, it all starts with knowing how to sell yourself and your work. Your path to achieving all of your creative pursuits starts here.

 
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    Portfolio Building & Branding

    Be part of a small cohort of creators in this three-week online course designed to help you create, refine, and package your physical portfolio. Learn about formats, layout order, artist statements, proper design, and distribution. Course in English.

    Ideal for:
      • Visual designers
      • Photographers
      • Fashion designers
      • Interior designers
      • Freelancers or entrepreneurs
      • Career switchers
      • Recent graduates in visual fields





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    Bookmaking for the Visual Storyteller

    Join us for a livestream event featuring a panel of photographers, artists, designers, and voices in the visual-storytelling industry. Learn to use print to sell yourself, your business, and your skill set. Event in English.

    Ideal for:
      • Visual designers
      • Photographers
      • Freelancers or entrepreneurs
      • Small business owners








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    The ultimate
    portfolio handbook

    Pitch books, lookbooks, portfolios—whatever your industry calls them, you need a visual way to tell your creative story. This handbook shares insider tips from hiring managers and long-time creatives—along with research-backed steps on how to create a breakthrough book.

    Ideal for:
      • Graphic designers
      • Photographers
      • Artists
      • Interior designers




    Examples in the industry

    • My Design Narrative

      Graphic Design Portfolio

      My Design Narrative
      by Chen Gao
      Hardcover (8×10 in, 20×25 cm)
      Paper: Mohawk proPhoto Pearl
      Creation Tool: PDF to Book
      Page count: 68
    • UNSEEN LIGHT

      Photography Portfolio

      UNSEEN LIGHT
      by Robert Blonski
      Hardcover (7×7 in, 18×18 cm)
      Paper: Mohawk Superfine Eggshell
      Creation Tool: BookWright
      Page count: 20
    • Graphic Novel Portfolio

      Graphic Novel Portfolio

      Visual Development/Comic Book Artist Portfolio
      by Aisha Rashid
      Hardcover (13×11 in, 33×28 cm)
      Paper: Mohawk proPhoto Pearl
      Creation Tool: PDF to Book
      Page count: 24

    Stay informed and inspired

    • Hit the Books with Dan Milnor - Resources for professionals
      Hit the Books
      Check out pro-photographer and author Dan Milnor’s beloved column for tips and tactics.

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    • Behind the Books - Resources for professionals
      Behind the Books
      Read interviews with authors on the making and meaning of their work.

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    • Blurb YouTube - Resources for professioanals
      YouTube
      Explore videos, tutorials, and webinars on all things bookmaking and self-publishing.

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    Why Blurb?

    From versatile creation tools and premium papers to expert printing and effortless distribution, Blurb ensures your work wins on every front.

    • Professional quality
    • Complete creative control
    • Versatile sizes, layouts, covers, paper
    • Easily sell and distribute worldwide
    • Affordable pricing