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The Last Lantern — Book Cover Design
A moody, atmospheric hardcover design created for "The Last Lantern" by John White. The cover blends a cinematic ocean-shore scene with a lone figure holding a glowing lantern, set against a stormy green-toned sky to build tension and intrigue from the first glance. Bold condensed typography for the title contrasts against the soft, painterly background, while a subtle repeated wordmark pattern reinforces branding across the design.
Presented here as a realistic 3D hardcover mockup to showcase how the design translates to print — spine, cover, and dust jacket all styled consistently for a cohesive, professional finish.
Deliverables: Front cover, back cover, spine design, 3D print mockup.
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