I had no idea that painting your study/office would trigger an avalanche! For reasons unknown, having a scene from the dog park came to my mind. With dogs of course, but not the sole subject. A scene sprinkled with a few owners, perhaps a child or two, and a few dogs of various breeds/sizes. A variant of a “meander.”
A bit busy?! Fewer elements might enhance the intended message. Or, in an opposite direction, do book covers ever use collages? Your activities cover a wide range of venues and activities. Said collage would seem to offer a visual portrayal of meandering...
I believe you said the black and white images in Wandering Words helped manage printing costs. In my mind’s eye a collage seems to beg for color. If a color cover alone wasn’t a budget buster, would that allow black and white images inside where needed?
There is much to be learned from the cliches — fake it till you feel it; act as if; and, the Universe rewards action.
Not only does the studio lift me up — I’ve also bought a few new collared shirts and started wearing pants with buttons and zippers. 😂😲
Thanks for your “cover thoughts”. Consider them “in the hopper”. Since this will be a trilogy, there’s an element of similarity that should pull through I feel. Will keep you and fellow BFN readers with us as we meander.
Thanks Karen! Now that I have a structure — modeling after Wandering Words — and familiarity with Vellum and Amazon processes — that leaves the fun part — writing! I think the cover will be similar — a sketch with a dash of color.
I had no idea that painting your study/office would trigger an avalanche! For reasons unknown, having a scene from the dog park came to my mind. With dogs of course, but not the sole subject. A scene sprinkled with a few owners, perhaps a child or two, and a few dogs of various breeds/sizes. A variant of a “meander.”
A bit busy?! Fewer elements might enhance the intended message. Or, in an opposite direction, do book covers ever use collages? Your activities cover a wide range of venues and activities. Said collage would seem to offer a visual portrayal of meandering...
I believe you said the black and white images in Wandering Words helped manage printing costs. In my mind’s eye a collage seems to beg for color. If a color cover alone wasn’t a budget buster, would that allow black and white images inside where needed?
Good luck on this new adventure!
There is much to be learned from the cliches — fake it till you feel it; act as if; and, the Universe rewards action.
Not only does the studio lift me up — I’ve also bought a few new collared shirts and started wearing pants with buttons and zippers. 😂😲
Thanks for your “cover thoughts”. Consider them “in the hopper”. Since this will be a trilogy, there’s an element of similarity that should pull through I feel. Will keep you and fellow BFN readers with us as we meander.
Wow, are you ambitious, Gail. Go you! As for covers--I'm clueless, but if inspiration hits, I'll let you know.
Thanks Karen! Now that I have a structure — modeling after Wandering Words — and familiarity with Vellum and Amazon processes — that leaves the fun part — writing! I think the cover will be similar — a sketch with a dash of color.
I am so grateful for your support!
In my mind, I see the Muses as formless light sources, that coalesce into people the longer I stare.
And no, I have zero clues how to transform that into cover art! 😜
haha! Your comment elicited a giggle from the group. Thanks for sharing your thoughts Jack!