Here is your freshly squeezed design inspiration for the week of August 22nd, 2023.

• SOMETHING GORGEOUS: BARVA Vases by Pani Jurek

• PORTFOLIO OF THE WEEK: Organize Everything in Your Portfolio Like This

• Narraton by Aira Xiying Bao & Yubo Zhao

• Hyde Park Picture House by Rabbithole

• The DJ and The War Crimes by Rolling Stones

• ONE TOK: Microwaving Pizza by Ryan D Anderson

• ONE LESSON: Escaping The Jungle

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Resource of the Week

Master Adobe Portfolio

"There were things I didn’t even know you could do, like setting the text styles and making columns. I feel more confident making my portfolio now!" – Jennifer S

This is a recent review from my Mastering Adobe Portfolio Mini Course!

Out of 108 portfolio reviews in the last 4 months, 27% used Adobe Portfolio. It's free with Adobe CC, but many designers underutilize its features. This mini-course helps you:

1. Use text styles for easy formatting

2. Create multiple column layouts for project pages

3. Add rich-media elements like videos and forms

4. Customize your selected theme

5. And much more!

My portfolio website has helped me win roles and clients, and I want the same for you.

Check out the Master Adobe Portfolio Mini Course

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Something Gorgeous

BARVA Vases by Pani Jurek

Having been lost in the jungle all weekend, these elegant wavy vases instantly captivated me, mirroring the calming emotional surge that followed my whirlwind of fear, excitement, and vulnerability.

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Portfolio Of The Week

Organize Everything in Your Portfolio Like This

Rishikesh Nighot is a product designer based in San Francisco. His portfolio showcases his design work as well as other creative talents.

On his homepage, he has four tiles:

• Tile 1: Recent design exercises (sketchbook)

• Tile 2: Design case studies (highlighted with glowing animation)

• Tile 3: Photography

• Tile 4: Recommended reads and writing

This gives a complete overview of his creative skills without feeling like an afterthought. His case studies are excellent, showing his design process in detail.

Portfolio Rating: 9.3/10

View Rishikesh Nighot's portfolio here

Creative Finds

Narraton by Aira Xiying Bao & Yubo Zhao

A wonderful fusion of product design and AI to build a playful storytelling machine reminiscent of childhood memories.

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Hyde Park Picture House by Rabbithole

A gas-lit cinema first opened in 1914 gets a complete makeover, connecting with a wider audience than ever before.

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The DJ and The War Crimes by Rolling Stones

An interactive website investigating war crimes in Bosnia. Filled with engaging interactions that elevate the storytelling.

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One Tok

Microwaving Pizza by Ryan D Anderson

Illustration, animation, and music by Ryan D Anderson, a talented comedian, animator, and filmmaker. His creativity transforms mundane ideas into visually captivating art.

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One Lesson

Escaping The Jungle

Yes, you are receiving your Creative Juice on Tuesday!

I was lost in a jungle! Not far from civilization, but an intentional escape to disconnect from work and responsibilities.

Normally I would bring my laptop, but this time I focused on connecting with friends, exploring, and embracing boredom.

As a result, I returned energized to create, write, and engage with clients.

Try it out for yourself!

PS. Another edition of Portfolio Squeeze is coming soon.

PPS. If you tried my Master Adobe Portfolio Mini Course, send me your new portfolio link.

PPPS. A new portfolio template, Summit, is coming soon. Check out Front Page if you haven’t already.

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