[tgillespie]

The best free method of advertising is community involvement. Place a link to your site or portfolio in your signature and then make a strong effort to provide a helping hand. It is a good chance that the people you help out will eventually help you out by giving you business. It may seem like you are working for free at times, but in the beginning it is crutial to go above and beyond. Finish each job 100% or even 110% so your customers have a good taste in their mouth. The worth thing that can possibly happen a bad reputation.

So basically, build up your portfolio, get involved, include signature links, and create a user friendly web site. Nothing complicated. Should be 1 click to view your portfolio. There are several designers around here that have excellent sites. Don't steal, but use their ideas.