Been lurking for sometime now. I would love if you could take a moment out of your time and give me some feedback on my first round of my portfolio for Master of Urban Design admissions. My background is Landscape Architecture. I have 2 years experience and have worked in a variety of firms, local and internationally.
One of the things I am debating is my size restraints for applications. Berkeley allows a maximum of 12 pages so thats why the pages may seem crowded. I would like feedback on layout and content. I have a few pages towards the end to showcase "Mixed Media" since I am trying to portray myself as someone with a diverse art background as opposed to strictly a landscape architect.
I plan on using this portfolio for future job applications as well. So if you have any ideas on ways to tailor it towards my working professional portfolio, let me know. IE. make one project 2 pages, etc since then I can expand beyond the 12 page restriction.
good ol' Mike Lin graphics workshop. your hand graphics are nice. i would maybe include some markers on the site plans where you have a perspectives along side (to show where the view is take from). and maybe get rid of the titles that run vertically... have all titles run same direction. just some of my thoughts, but looks great
Thanks for the crit kbr. I know Mike Lin's graphics are everywhere, I'm sure employers have seen them a million times. However, he did teach me how to draw since at school we mainly focused on computer graphics.
I think the change from project examples to examples of skills is a bit uncomfortable. I personally think that an organization style of the portfolio should remain the same throughout the entire book. My suggestion would be increase the information for some of the projects and include the construction drawings and mixed media you are so proud about into these project areas. For example, Project #6 is really bare and does not present much information, even though the rendering is really intriguing. Maybe you should add another page to this project and add a mixed-media diagram or drawing that could show your skills while adding depth to the project. Good luck.
I think the change from project examples to examples of skills is a bit uncomfortable. I personally think that an organization style of the portfolio should remain the same throughout the entire book. My suggestion would be increase the information for some of the projects and include the construction drawings and mixed media you are so proud about into these project areas. For example, Project #6 is really bare and does not present much information, even though the rendering is really intriguing. Maybe you should add another page to this project and add a mixed-media diagram or drawing that could show your skills while adding depth to the project. Good luck.
I agree with wrought. It's best to demonstrate Good technical / graphic skills and abilities within the context of a well-considered design project, not as standalone objects. In fact, I feel the same way when it comes to mixed-media work or photography even. If you can directly relate the work to a design project, I think it resonates that much stronger.
Hey BBB, You know that image of the parrot head is bugging me for some reason. I think it's because I saw your recent protest photos on FB and they were AWESOME. I know for an application there is a fine line between "edgy" and "too edgy", and while those were definitely edgy I think they were memorable and show more depth of character than the parrot does. (As long as they don't show blood or actual violence, I can't remember.) Also more relevant to urbanism and the use of public space. Just a thought!
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Portfolio Critique from LA background for Grad applications
Hello all,
Been lurking for sometime now. I would love if you could take a moment out of your time and give me some feedback on my first round of my portfolio for Master of Urban Design admissions. My background is Landscape Architecture. I have 2 years experience and have worked in a variety of firms, local and internationally.
One of the things I am debating is my size restraints for applications. Berkeley allows a maximum of 12 pages so thats why the pages may seem crowded. I would like feedback on layout and content. I have a few pages towards the end to showcase "Mixed Media" since I am trying to portray myself as someone with a diverse art background as opposed to strictly a landscape architect.
I plan on using this portfolio for future job applications as well. So if you have any ideas on ways to tailor it towards my working professional portfolio, let me know. IE. make one project 2 pages, etc since then I can expand beyond the 12 page restriction.
Thanks so much in advance!
http://issuu.com/bbirdsong/docs/dec._2010_test
good ol' Mike Lin graphics workshop. your hand graphics are nice. i would maybe include some markers on the site plans where you have a perspectives along side (to show where the view is take from). and maybe get rid of the titles that run vertically... have all titles run same direction. just some of my thoughts, but looks great
Thanks for the crit kbr. I know Mike Lin's graphics are everywhere, I'm sure employers have seen them a million times. However, he did teach me how to draw since at school we mainly focused on computer graphics.
yeah, i took his workshop 3 years ago and learned a lot! still keep in close contact with him. highly recommended.
I think the change from project examples to examples of skills is a bit uncomfortable. I personally think that an organization style of the portfolio should remain the same throughout the entire book. My suggestion would be increase the information for some of the projects and include the construction drawings and mixed media you are so proud about into these project areas. For example, Project #6 is really bare and does not present much information, even though the rendering is really intriguing. Maybe you should add another page to this project and add a mixed-media diagram or drawing that could show your skills while adding depth to the project. Good luck.
I think the change from project examples to examples of skills is a bit uncomfortable. I personally think that an organization style of the portfolio should remain the same throughout the entire book. My suggestion would be increase the information for some of the projects and include the construction drawings and mixed media you are so proud about into these project areas. For example, Project #6 is really bare and does not present much information, even though the rendering is really intriguing. Maybe you should add another page to this project and add a mixed-media diagram or drawing that could show your skills while adding depth to the project. Good luck.
I agree with wrought. It's best to demonstrate Good technical / graphic skills and abilities within the context of a well-considered design project, not as standalone objects. In fact, I feel the same way when it comes to mixed-media work or photography even. If you can directly relate the work to a design project, I think it resonates that much stronger.
Hey BBB, You know that image of the parrot head is bugging me for some reason. I think it's because I saw your recent protest photos on FB and they were AWESOME. I know for an application there is a fine line between "edgy" and "too edgy", and while those were definitely edgy I think they were memorable and show more depth of character than the parrot does. (As long as they don't show blood or actual violence, I can't remember.) Also more relevant to urbanism and the use of public space. Just a thought!
SLD
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