Michael Zeb
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For this cover design of Wizard State by Fraser Weir, my goal was to capture the dark, action-packed energy of an urban fantasy thriller. I used visual compositing to place the stoic protagonist, armed with both a gun and glowing cyan magic, against a misty, moonlit backdrop. To immediately establish the supernatural stakes, I positioned a massive, red-eyed werewolf looming menacingly behind him. The cool blue color palette ties the magic and nighttime setting together. For the typography, I chose a sharp, elegant font with a subtle magical glow, keeping the back cover layout clean for the synopsis.
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For this full-wrap cover design of The Jewel EP 2: The Snow Kingdom by John Weisert, my goal was to create an epic and inviting high fantasy atmosphere. I used detailed visual compositing to blend a sweeping, snow-covered mountain landscape with a warm, glowing sunrise. To anchor the scene, I placed an ornate, glowing wooden staff holding the titular jewel in the foreground. For the typography, I selected an elegant serif font in a rich gold to complement the magical artifact, ensuring the back cover text remains legible across the scenic winter wrap.
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For the cover design of "Don't Talk To Me Like That I'm Sensitive" by Alethia Saunders, I aimed to create a striking contrast that beautifully captures a moody yet delicate vibe. Through thoughtful visual compositing and cinematic lighting, I made the protagonist's vibrant pink vintage dress stand out against the cool, shadowy teal backdrop of the softly lit room. For the typography, I paired an elegant serif with a bold, modern sans-serif in a matching pink for the title, ensuring the design feels both grounded and highly readable.
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For this cover design for Plop by Samuel Small, I wanted to capture a deeply atmospheric, eerie tone right from the first glance. I focused on building a haunting narrative scene, combining dynamic photocompositing with subtle environmental details like the pouring rain, soft mist, and damp textures on the grass.
​To set the mood, I leaned into a muted, cold color palette, letting the ghostly silhouette in white stand out starkly against the weathered, shadowy house. For the typography, I opted for a heavily distressed, peeled-paint texture for the main title to mirror the decay of the house and give it a grounded, tactile horror feel.
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