tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4674245118758562058.post537905872398739537..comments2021-12-05T07:13:30.345-05:00Comments on b5C: The evolution of a designbauhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12137235643541057428noreply@blogger.comBlogger4125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4674245118758562058.post-51527635572431337542012-05-29T01:18:27.087-04:002012-05-29T01:18:27.087-04:00I often wonder why my clients don't just do it...I often wonder why my clients don't just do it themselves. Nothing I suggest seems to be what they want (even if it does meet their brief). It's like they have a pre-conceived concept before they get me involved, but they forget to mention this upfront, leading to a lot of wasted time. Grrr.<br /><br />Yes, I've seen those Missy emails before. Totally awesome!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4674245118758562058.post-21954261062092316952012-05-28T12:17:21.330-04:002012-05-28T12:17:21.330-04:00Thank you both! After the interview (and subsequen...Thank you both! After the interview (and subsequent hiring) I was really shocked how thin my portfolio really is. Between the 'xeroxed' items from the cheapskates and the many things that remained on the editing room floor, most of the design I have slaved over has never been seen. I compulsively save everything - mistakes are just as valuable to me as the 'wins' - so revisiting this project makes me kind of sad I only have one postcard to show for it. It was a great product bogged down in the mires of a Dissociative Identity Disorder of sorts. <br /><br />One of the best parts of working with a design company is that I am not personally at the mercy of a clients whims. I found myself second guessing solid designs because it didn't meet the clients 'idea' of what would work. Going at it solo can often lead to further questioning of 'am I a real designer' which suuuuuucccckkks. No one should be left with that feeling. Often, you're not designing for your client but <i>their</i> clients, so how can you change the mind of an unmoved client when your instincts are screaming?<br /><br />If you haven't read it - this is a very good read: http://www.27bslash6.com/missy.html by a graphic artist and his approach to a coworker who just needed a 'quick' poster.bauhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12137235643541057428noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4674245118758562058.post-42308199510545038172012-05-28T09:20:32.138-04:002012-05-28T09:20:32.138-04:00I can so empathise with this story. The things tha...I can so empathise with this story. The things that graphic designers have to put up with. *sigh*<br /><br />MarisaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4674245118758562058.post-78308355640310419302012-05-23T21:40:48.690-04:002012-05-23T21:40:48.690-04:00You are super brave for posting this -- especially...You are super brave for posting this -- especially all the abandoned designs along the way. I'm always worried people will think my initial ideas suck and that I'm not a "real" designer. But, as you noted, it takes time and effort and (not to mention a lot of agonizing) to create something really outstanding.<br /><br />It's funny. I don't worry about what people think of me/what I do when it comes to anything other than design... I guess it's because I have such a passion for it and want to be good at it.<br /><br />Anyway, I liked the drawing of Bella and didn't think it was crappy at all! In fact, it would've really fit the brand, I think. Oh well!<br /><br />Also wanted to let you know that I'm usually a lurker, but I truly enjoy all the things you make for the Sims. I use a lot of it in my game! In fact, I can't imagine playing without it anymore.katiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12091314755262650355noreply@blogger.com