A decent, hardwearing display portfolio is a must for artists applying for courses and jobs and, with money tight, we think we've found a really good folio at a reasonable price.

The Daler-Rowney Classic Artcase is black water resistant leather effect with sturdy rings inside to hold up to 20 portfolio sleeves.

The zip enables it to be opened completely and since it is manufactured in 3 parts it can lie flat.

There is a shoulder strap on the larger sizes to help you lift it once it's full.

This is the other main type of portfolio.

They look similar, but this has no clips inside for holding sleeves. It is used for transporting work, storage and for presentation of works mounted on board rather than slipped into sleeves. These are black and sturdy with a zip.