Why Portfolios Alone No Longer Win Clients
Why Portfolios Alone No Longer Win Clients For a long time, creative professionals were told one thing above all else: your work should speak for itself. Build a strong portfolio, show your best images, and clients will follow. In reality, that advice no longer holds true — at least not on its own. Today, many photographers, videographers, and creatives have impressive portfolios, yet still struggle to attract the right clients. The issue isn’t a lack of talent. It’s a shift in how people evaluate creative work, and how they decide who to trust. A portfolio is still important — but it’s no longer enough. The Problem With Portfolios in a Crowded Market The creative industry has never been more saturated. High-quality cameras are widely accessible, editing tools are powerful and affordable,...