Finding people to critique web site designs

Question

There are firms which critique sites from the stand point of user experience and usability. They cost thousands. I am cheap and have little money for that! :)

I would like to get critiques from volunteer web designers who know a thing or two about good online experience and good web design.

Any online resources like forums where people look at your site upon request and give good genuine opinions without concentrating on the html which was used. (meaning losing the big picture and focusing on technical details. I don't want that).

A place where "Don't Make Me Think" enthusiasts gather online, if such a place exists! (I will ask the author!)

Answer 1

FeedbackArmy will give you 10 responses for $10. I haven't tried them myself, but I've heard good things about them.

Answer 2

You'd probably get much more valuable feedback by doing a bit of testing with some real people, perhaps heading to a local coffee shop and asking for some opinions on whatever your building in exchange for coffee.