Here’s how you can set up your mood board page on your portfolio site in a way that keeps it useful and inspiring without becoming overwhelming:

1. Keep It Private (For Now)

If your site allows it, make the page private or "unlisted" so only you can see it.

Later, if it evolves into something worth sharing, you can tweak and publish it.

2. Layout Ideas

Since you want a freeform space, consider structuring it like:

A. Loose Grid (Best for Browsing)

Divide the page into sections like Color | Composition | Pattern | Shapes

Drop in images under each section.

Add quick notes under each image.

B. Collage Style (More Freeform)

If your site allows drag-and-drop images, you can layer things visually.

Add handwritten notes as images (scan a sticky note, sketch over an image).

C. Blog-Style Journal (Best for Writing + Images)

Create a post format where you add images + reflections regularly.

Date your entries so you can track progress.

3. What to Include

✅ Scans of your own sketches & past work – See what ideas/themes keep showing up.
✅ Pinterest/Online Images – Pull visuals that match your artistic direction.
✅ Color Swatches – Screenshot or create palettes based on your favorite tones.
✅ Handwritten Thoughts or Observations – What do you love? What’s missing?
✅ Patterns & Textures – If relevant, collect patterns that inspire your mark-making.

4. Keep It Active

Treat it as a living page—add, delete, rearrange as needed.

If you’re feeling stuck, revisit your notes to see what ideas deserve deeper exploration.

Would this setup work with your site’s features? Or do you need a workaround for anything?