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I decided to test a few methods for displaying design projects online. What I attempted initially was a generic gallery site that lacked proper focus. The results were underwhelming at best. What became clear is that random collections don't impress experienced viewers.

A thorough breakdown of portfolio strategies appears in https://dribbble.com/.

Once I started selecting my best pieces the quality of feedback jumped noticeably. Showing rough sketches alongside polished finals gave my work much more credibility. Including every concept draft only confused people who saw the gallery. I hesitated before cutting ten projects, yet the feedback turned positive fast.

I had a senior colleague scan my curated picks and she pointed out what to drop. What they emphasized was the need for storytelling around each piece. That feedback turned my portfolio from a gallery into a narrative.

Now my page contains just a handful of pieces yet every visit leads to a conversation. Giving up decorative frills let the actual designs speak for themselves. If you are struggling with your portfolio try cutting your current selection in half.