Is my anger warranted?

Question by Please, don’t ask: Is my anger warranted?
Well, I had this project for school. It was basically to read a book and make something to accompy it — a poster, board game, movie trailer, etc. I have decent graphic design skills, so I decided I would do the poster. Well, I spent about 4-5 hours on my design. I get my project; I got 40/60. I was shocked, so I talked with teacher. She raised it 3 points (I know, 3 points?!). When I talked to her she said I put no great effort into it. Apparently, people who glued and cut things out put more effort into it. I don’t consider that effort. I consider that exactly what it is — cutting and gluing. I would have understanded if she gave me a 50/60. It wasn’t my best work, but I worked very hard. Mine actually looked like a movie poster for my book. However, the posters that look nothing like movie posters got better grades. I think I succeeded in making a movie poster for my book I think there’s a general lack of appreciation for graphic designers. Do you think I’m wrong for being angry?

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Answer by brother_lu
she probably wanted more effort in the thought. while i’m sure your final prduct was better, she probably wanted more than just a poster. i’m sure the games and collages got the best scores. and it’s not anything you should be mad at, but yeah, most people don’t know how difficult things like a simple java cartoon (hours and hours for the tiniest animation)or graphic design in general is.

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