Conceptual Book Cover
BYU Idaho online, Winter 2024, ART 235, Project 02
Objective:
Design three book covers for a classic novel,
"The Count of Monte Cristo" by Alexandre Dumas,
that effectively communicates the author's message or point of view behind the narrative.
Background:
The Library of Congress hosts an exhibit showcasing the most influential books of all time, presenting historical artifacts and original manuscripts, culminating in a section featuring newly designed covers that delve deeper into the author's beliefs, perspective, and agenda behind each renowned story.
Requirements:
Cover size: 6 in. x 9 in.
The three covers are for the same book
All covers must contain the full title and the author's full name; but no other text, such as quotes or callouts, should be added.
Three Different Methods are used.
Method 01 _ Type Only
Use only typography to create the book cover concept. It means using typography in a clever conceptual way to visualize the book's message. Make sure the concept itself is typographic.
Method 02 _ Handmade
This cover is constructed from physical materials. Physical materials could be created, assembled, collaged or photographed, the final must be handmade. When completed, the art work was photograph into a computer before adding minor finish touches.
The three original handmade art works
Method 03 _ Designer's choice:
This cover can be developed in any style or format, as long as you employ a clever and creative strategy and stay within the requirements listed.
Final Choice
Mockup
