So, after entering my fair share of design contests.. reaching the top percentage and then losing to someone who has done some awful design work. my question is this, how many here have gone through a similar experience. and what were your thoughts afterwards?
most contest holders can't design themselves and thus has a shitty conception of what "nice" is. it's like the designs you cranked out in your first year. in the beginning, you though they were really cool and sharp. now looking back 7-10 years later, you realize that they were complete shit. over time you begin to realize what looks good, and what doesn't. these people haven't come that far yet so they settle for what they "think" looks good from a non-designer point-of-view. i've lost my fair share on here and to be honest i charge a lot more than most people here would be willing to pay. it's really just a matter of opinion in the end. on a side note, they like cheesy 5 minute graphics around here so keep that in mind