Frustration

Designed a bold, emotionally charged cover for a contemporary anthology exploring modern psychological and social pressures. Visual direction focused towards discomfort, overload, and emotional fragmentation.

Visual Strategy:

• Split-face composition: to represent inner conflict and fractured identity
• Hand covering the face: to express overwhelm, anxiety, and emotional exhaustion
• Layered typography within the silhouette: to visualize intrusive thoughts and mental noise
• Abstract paint textures: to mirror emotional chaos and lack of resolution

Color & Mood:

• Muted blues and earthy oranges: to balance emotional heaviness with urgency
• Rough textures and contrasts: to reinforce tension and instability

Design Intent:

• Reflect the anthology’s themes without softening the discomfort
• Create a visually striking cover that feels honest, raw, and confrontational