I was looking for forums on design competitions and this thread came up on a google search. So thought it was relevant to post here and reach out to fellow designers for support in the work I have been doing. The organisers of the award sent us an email to say "The overall winner for each country is awarded based on public votes, and for us to get sharing our submission page"). It is sad that as a freelance designer, one can't openly reach out to peers for support and encouragement and to share enthusiasm for entering an award. And yes, I am very open to say, it is a shameless plea for Likes. I have found that by sharing my entry into this award, it's been a great way to raise my profile and post something positive about being a full-time freelancer and an entrepreneurial full-time mum, within social media and networks. My intention was not to offend. I chose this work to enter as I felt it was a great example of a project where the client did my Brand and Marketing DNA workshop, and then went on to do their branding with me. Anna.