These Puffin Book Cover Designs by Tanamachi Studio are Made of Chalk
Laura McQuarrie — July 23, 2013 — Art & Design
References: tanamachistudio & froot.nl
Tanamachi Studio created a beautiful set of Puffin book cover designs drawn in chalk and each brings new life to these beloved tales. The ‘Puffin Chalk’ series consists of chalk-drawn covers for titles like 'Peter Pan,' 'Pippi Longstocking' and 'The Wizard of Oz.' Each gorgeous book cover plays up strong color pairings, typography and meaningful icons from each story.
These books are drawn in a medium that is commonly used by children and in schools. Like a chalkboard, the books have a black base with colorful illustrations and text on them. Although these stories are quite well known on their own, the use of chalk gives these books even more charm and a familiar feel. The playful novel covers are appealing no matter how old you are.
These books are drawn in a medium that is commonly used by children and in schools. Like a chalkboard, the books have a black base with colorful illustrations and text on them. Although these stories are quite well known on their own, the use of chalk gives these books even more charm and a familiar feel. The playful novel covers are appealing no matter how old you are.
Trend Themes
1. Chalk Art Book Covers - The use of chalk as a medium for design is a trend that can be applied to other areas such as fashion or packaging design.
2. Reviving Classics with Design - Using design to give beloved stories a new twist can be applied in the film and television industry.
3. Tactile Design - Creating book covers with tactile qualities can be a trend that can translate to other areas such as product packaging and branding.
Industry Implications
1. Book Publishing - Puffin's chalk-styled book covers offer an innovative way to boost the appeal and exposure of new and renowned titles.
2. Graphic Design - Designers in this industry can offer clients innovative designs for book covers that set their works apart.
3. Art and Crafts - This industry can look for ways to use new and innovative materials in their art, such as chalk for a new and unique approach to drawing and painting.
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