Honoring the Artist Within: A Journey from the Studio to Creating a Professional Portfolio

Author

J. Brook Johnson Swafford, The University of MontanaFollow

Year of Award

2008

Document Type

Professional Paper - Campus Access Only

Degree Type

Master of Arts (MA)

Degree Name

Fine Arts (Integrated Arts and Education)

Department or School/College

Creative Pulse Program

Committee Chair

Dorothy Morrison

Commitee Members

Chris Kroupa, Karen Kauffman

Keywords

art studio, electronic image reproduction, pit fire pottery, professional portfolio, watercolor

Abstract

An in depth exploration of an artist’s commitment to studio time and development of a body of work. Author illustrates the steps of the process in developing a professional portfolio, the generally accepted forms of electronic storage and display, and the technology resources required in creating these files. Author reflects on the importance of creating a habit and making a priority for studio time, and how to present and make work marketable. A professional portfolio is included in the appendix.

Recommended Citation

Johnson Swafford, J. Brook, "Honoring the Artist Within: A Journey from the Studio to Creating a Professional Portfolio" (2008). Graduate Student Theses, Dissertations, & Professional Papers. 1272.
https://scholarworks.umt.edu/etd/1272