Overview:
Design a book cover for the iconic classic, Catcher in the Rye, by J.D. Salinger.
Roughs
The goal was to create a cover that visually reflects Holden Caulfield’s emotional complexity and the novel’s introspective tone.
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Final::
The final design emphasizes themes of isolation and alienation through stressed typography and the dominant use of red in my illustration. The buildings were drawn to appear as if they’re closing in on Holden, symbolizing the daunting uncertainty and fear of navigating the city alone at such a young age. Together, the type and imagery translate the novel’s emotional weight into a stark visual.
