Creative Report: Problems

In the creative report I encountered problems.
As I thought that I would gain more from an interview conducted in person, as opposed to email, I arranged to meet Xvavier on Friday May 11th in London. I was already heading to London that evening so when I got into contact with Xvavier I suggested we meet earlier in the day. 
In my initial emails with him, I took from my research into his work and current projects and highlighted my favourite project of his, branding for the Rum Kitchen. He suggested we meet there which was great as I would get to see his work in person.
On the morning of Friday 11th I was leaving for the station as I had booked an earlier train so that I could interview Xvavier over lunchtime and I received an email from him cancelling our interview. He cited that an issue had arisen with a client, which was disappointing but understandable. I went to London and visited Rum Kitchen regardless, I was disappointed that I did not get to meet Xvavier in person as I really admire his style and work ethic. 

Instead of meeting in person, I had to conduct the interview over email so I would get a full transcript. Emailing was also an issue as I could not get a direct response, I had to chase him up for responses, but luckily when I caught hold of him at a good time he was gracious and quick to give detailed responses.

The experience was up and down for me because I had spent extra money and time on rearranging my day to meet Xvavier and to have it cancelled was upsetting and frustrating. I was really looking forward to meeting him as I thought I could have opened up a more in depth and personal dialogue with him as a person and a designer. Xvavier conducts himself very professionally in the sense that he puts his clients first, which is why he cancelled. Obviously this was very frustrating for me, but I could understand this in a professional sense. This also showed how unpredictable working in the professional world is, issues arise that can not be helped or avoided and the manner in which you prioritise and deal with them shows your professionalism.