My (almost) first commercial project

Saw a post: a designer was looking for a visualizer. Decided to try — for the experience and portfolio.
Received plans, immediately asked — to show something by tomorrow.
By night, made the first preview. In the morning — "nice, I’ll reply later".
I continued, sent a new version. And in response — "I'm already working with someone else".
It was upsetting, but I didn't stop. Completed the project — I have 4 finished renders in my portfolio.
This is experience. And definitely not the last.