Figure 1 (above) is a developed full spread outcome, by removing the typical round glasses, this helped develop the character design to look less like Harry Potter, and also make the presence of the spot more noticeable on the front cover. Having the vector placed over the whole spread created a flow that made the outcome look refined. The type placed along the shape of the vector helped remove unnecessary negative space and create a form of depth. Development in the type involved handwriting and scanning in the 3/4, this added a quirkiness to the design and personality, as if written by Adrian. The outcome is a new approach, linking to the necessities of the brief. It’s colourful, and interesting from just looking at the blurb, and is with the combination of warm and bright colours, it becomes eye catching. Having Adrian’s face half shown adds intrigue to what the book is and is a unisex design for both children and adults.
Figure 2 (top right) is the full spread design outcome of the more illustrative outcome. The use of black paint was playful and experimental to apply to the composition and creates a front and back cover that links well, with flow. The use of the pale colour creates an overall design that is appealing to both adults and children, and has a vintage aesthetic, offering a nostalgic appeal the older generation. The colour also helps to add a friendly feel, as the harsh black paint strokes come across dark and aggressive. The use of having the red sock on the front/back cover and spine links all the sides together, and are a comical reminder of the main protagonist Adrian. This outcome is unique compared to existing book covers, as a majority focus on having a visual design of Adrian. The composition of the spread is all in centre, and text written small in width to allow the flow of reading the book easier and faster.
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