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