Portfolio Reviews

Enhance your creative journey with a Portfolio Review at Xposure. Connect with leading picture editors and industry experts who will provide valuable feedback on your work. Gain deeper insight into your artistic direction, refine your approach, and identify areas for growth.

A portfolio review is more than a critique—it’s a chance to engage with professionals, ask specific questions, and explore ways to elevate your work. Whether you’re an emerging talent or a seasoned professional, these reviews offer tailored insights to support your vision.

It’s also an excellent platform for showcasing talent and making meaningful connections. Many attendees have even been “discovered” by influential figures in the industry.

Take this opportunity to refine your craft, gain clarity, and open doors to exciting opportunities.

Click below to schedule your portfolio review today.

Don’t miss out on the chance to have your photography reviewed by industry experts at the Xposure Festival! Our panel of reviewers includes specialists in various genres so you can find the perfect match for your style. With limited daily time slots, pre-book your review early to secure your spot.

During your 30-minute one-on-one session, you’ll receive personalized feedback and guidance from a professional in the field. Reviewers will be available during two to three sessions during the festival period. Choose your preferred reviewer and check for available timings. To learn more about our reviewers, click on their pictures for a brief biography. Sign up now and take the first step towards elevating your photography skills.

Meet the reviewers

FIVE TIPS FROM BRENT STIRTON

FAQs

What you need to do…

Consider in advance what results are you are seeking from your portfolio review. Are you asking advice or guidance/information, or are you looking to sell prints? Are you seeking representation by a gallery?

Do you wish to place an exhibition of a completed body of work at a festival or with a museum or institution? Are you hoping to secure an assignment or a publishing contract? Be clear about what you want, research the professional biographies of the reviewers towards making the most of your time towards your desired goals.

Prepare & Practice

Keep your presentation short and simple! Be mindful of the 30-minute limit with each Reviewer; you will want to save time within those 30 minutes to receive feedback from them. DO plan on speaking about your work and leave time for dialogue with the reviewers, too.

Remember Your Goals

Are you seeking advice regarding technique? Editing? Presentation? Or, Are you asking for help regarding gallery contacts? Publishers? Museum Curators? Let the Reviewer know at the outset what you hope to gain from this experience.

Be On Time!

If late for your scheduled review appointment, the time slot will not be extended. Report to the Workshop Reception 10-15 minutes before your scheduled appointment.

Ease of Handling & Presentation

You should prepare your selected portfolio images in high quality and high resolution to display well on your laptop. Please note that only laptop computers with an HDMI output can be used to present your portfolio of image. You should bring your own HDMI adaptor. To maintain a safe environment, reviewers will not handle a tablet or mobile phone.