My Book Design Odyssey
My journey in book design began at Rodale Press, where I immersed myself as a Junior Book Designer, developing a profound love for all things books, print, and imagery. Under the mentorship of industry leaders, I swiftly embraced the nuances of efficient workflows and the delicate balance of typography, photography, and illustration. This foundation grounded my design skills and instilled in me a commitment to crafting seamless reader experiences. Throughout my career, I've had the honor of collaborating with talented photographers and crafting visually captivating their coffee table portfolio books. I've also had the great privilege of working on family heirloom books that resonate with depth and meaning. I find joy in infusing symbolism and heartfelt messages into each project, ensuring every page tells a story beyond words.
My Process
Phase One
Kickoff Meeting Research Project Mood Boards
We will have an in-depth discussion about the organization, target audience, and primary competitors. Following this initial research discussion, mood boards will be created and presented.
Phase Three
Primary Project and Secondary Designs Finalized
After receiving feedback from multiple rounds of the initial project concepts, a primary design and any requested secondary projects will be created.
Phase Four
Final Project Design Hand-off: A Seamless Transition
After the client approves all primary and secondary projects, files will be sent to the client, printer, and/or web developer. For print projects, this can also include paper selection and press checks.
Phase Two
Present Mood Boards Initial Design Rounds
Initial project concepts and styles will be created using feedback on mood boards. The primary project design will dictate the needs of any secondary designs. For example, if a logo were designed, would a business card or stationery package also be needed?
Phase Five
Happy Client!
Thank you for being a valued client; I can’t wait to hear all the glowing feedback your project will receive!
Additional Book Design Samples
