I’m always thrilled when I hear about new ways to use existing tools, even if “new” really just means new to me. So it was great to see Smashing Magazine’s latest article about the capability of WordPress for portfolios. We use WordPress for beyondwords, and I also use it for my personal blog. But the “Ultimate Guide To Using WordPress For A Portfolio” shows how you can take advantage of the tool for more than blogging.

Let’s face it: designing your online portfolio can be a scary process, especially if you don’t have strong web design skills. Smashing Magazine helps the process along by sharing WordPress themes for those who don’t want to fully customize their site and giving tips on how to set up your main page and project pages.

They also showcase designers who are already using WordPress for their portfolios. I’ve been brainstorming for the last few months about how I want to update my portfolio, and this is just the kind of inspiration I needed to dig in.

Check out the full article for more resources and eye candy, and our previous portfolio tips and resources. If you’re a professional writer using WordPress for your portfolio, let us know about your experience!

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