CUSTOM COVER ARTS FOR MUSIC BANDS

Every album cover design project starts with understanding your music and its message. It’s important that you can send me at least some rough demos of the album for inspiration. Any information related to your release will be taken into consideration, so it will be important to know the core concepts and feelings your album conveys. Through collaboration, we refine the concept together, ensuring the final design is a true representation of your music. As a freelance cover artist, I take pride in offering personalized services, ensuring every custom cover design is unique to you.

It’s easy! Reach out via the contact form below with details about your project, including your music genre, themes, and any specific ideas. If you are specific enough, I’ll provide a quote and date of delivery straight away. Otherwise, we will have some exchanges to dig deep into your project. Cover arts for music need planning and care, so it’s important to discuss all the details before going forward. Once we are on the same page, we’ll work together to bring your vision to life. You can also try cover art licensing if you are unsure of what you want.

I specialize in dark surrealism and vibrant, symbolic designs, which work exceptionally well for genres like metal, rock, and alternative music – but not limited to them! It all depends on the message and vibe your music has. Explore my portfolio to see examples, and if you’re unsure, let’s chat—I’ll help you visualize how my style can enhance your music. I am always eager to try and experiment with news aesthetics and styles, so if you want to go beyond dark surrealism, I’ll be delighted to experiment and have fun! You can also browse my catalog of cover art licensing to find inspiration or even grab one of my available artworks for your custom cover design.

Absolutely! Many artists come to me with just their music or a general idea. I’ll listen to your tracks, discuss your themes, and help craft a concept that captures the essence of your sound. Think of me as your freelance cover artist and creative partner!

Yes! I’ve worked with unsigned bands, indie labels, and solo artists to create stunning cover art designs that helps them stand out: we all come from somewhere! Your music deserves professional artwork, no matter where you are in your career.

I start by immersing myself in your music to understand its message and themes. From there, I create initial sketches and concepts and share them with you. With your feedback, we will find the direction and vibe of your cover art. Then, I work on the final design until it’s perfect, showing it to you when it is nearly done to implement any minor adjustments. The process is collaborative, ensuring the final artwork aligns with your artistic vision.

My style is rooted in dark surrealism, with bold, thought-provoking imagery and striking color schemes – something you won’t find anywhere else. I specialize in metal cover arts, and you will rarely see a super colorful metal cover that has not been done by me – that’s my signature style and it’s hard to imitate. But as a freelance cover artist, I can adapt to any genre and most styles if needed be, as I love to experiment!

Absolutely! If you already have a visual identity (like logos, color schemes, or previous album art), I’ll incorporate those elements into your new cover art design to ensure consistency across your brand.

Yes! While I specialize in dark surrealism and metal cover arts, I’m experienced in creating a wide range of styles, from minimalistic to vintage or illustrative. Every album has a story, and I’ll tailor the design to match your vision.

Yes! I love working on concept albums and projects with strong themes. Whether it’s a dystopian narrative, a personal journey, or an abstract idea, I love when I’m commissioned to create several artworks to convey a complex, deep story.

Absolutely! Typography is a crucial part of album art. I’ll design custom fonts or choose existing ones that complement the cover design to ensure your title and band name stand out. This also applies to any new cover arts for music bands commissioned via cover art licensing, as the license includes this treatment as a courtesy on the house!

I can incorporate band members, specific imagery, or even photos into the design as long as they are royalty free or you are the rights owner. Please, keep in mind that including brands, landmarks or well-known imagery might be subject to copyright licenses – It’s up to you to buy those licensing rights!

Pricing depends on the complexity of the design and the scope of your project. Every album has its own needs, and I don’t work with static prices. I need to have a deep dive into your music and themes to envision the complexity of the art. Also, I need to calculate costs for any design elements included in your commission, such as booklet designs, packaging, merch, etc. I’ll take those into consideration alongside the scope of your whole project (print runs, territories of the release, etc) to calculate your quote. Strict and tight deadlines also have an extra fee. If you are ordering a full packaging design with merch and custom cover artwork, don’t expect to pay less than one thousand bucks unless you are using illustrations from my cover art licensing collection. However, even if that’s out of your budget, feel free to ask: There is always a way to find the perfect design for your album inside the limits of your budget!

I do not offer free cover designs as each project requires a significant amount of time and effort, even if it’s for a charity project – we freelance cover artists have bills to pay and limited time as well! However, I understand the financial pressures that independent artists and new music bands often face. To help, I offer flexible payment options, including installments, so you can still get the custom cover design you need without straining your budget. Whether you’re a band looking for a metal cover arts or a solo artist seeking a unique custom cover artwork, we can work out a plan that suits your needs and ensures you get the best possible design!

Yes! I understand that upfront costs can be tough, so I offer payment plans for all custom cover arts. Whether you’re looking for just the cover art, a full packaging design or a complete set of designs for your merch store or tour, I’ll work with you to break down the payment into manageable installments. This way, you can focus on your music while I bring your vision to life. Let’s discuss the best way to approach the payments based on your project.

The scope of the license varies based on how you intend to use your custom cover design. I offer different licensing options depending on factors like:

• Exclusivity: You can choose between exclusive or non-exclusive licenses. An exclusive license grants you sole rights to the design, while a non-exclusive license allows me to keep some rights to the art, such as the possibility to sell prints on my shop. But don’t worry: a custom cover artwork will never be licensed to other music bands!

• Print Run & Materials: The license can vary based on the number of copies you plan to print. If you’re planning a limited edition release with a smaller print run, the license may be priced differently compared to a large-scale release. The license will also take into account any additional materials that might use the design, such as packaging, promotional material, stage visuals, merchandise (T-shirts, posters, vinyl covers), and more.

• Territories: We’ll define the territories where the design will be used. For example, a license for worldwide use will differ in cost from a limited territory license (e.g., regional or national). We can tailor this based on your distribution plans. By discussing your specific needs, we’ll ensure the custom cover artwork license is tailored to your project, ensuring you get the rights you need for your cover art design. Let’s chat about what works best for your release and long-term goals!

Yes! You can license existing artwork from my gallery. If there is an artwork on my collection that already captures the heart of your project, that’s a fast and affordable way to have your campaign ready in no time. I’ll customize it with your band logo, album title and other details to make it uniquely yours. In some cases, I can even alter the original art to adequate it to the idea of your album.

Yes! I design custom cover arts optimized for streaming platforms (like Spotify and Apple Music) as well as physical formats like CDs, vinyl, and merch. I’ll provide files and guidelines to ensure your artwork looks stunning everywhere!

Absolutely! I love creating special edition packagings for vinyl, box sets, and deluxe releases. These designs turn your album into a collectible piece of art that fans will treasure.

Yes! We can discuss licensing options for merch, posters, and promotional materials before or after your custom cover design is completed.

The timeline varies based on the project’s complexity and number of materials, but most custom cover arts are completed within 3-4 weeks. Usually, a full packaging design for either a jewel case or a digipack with an average of 12 pages booklet, can take up to 1 or 2 months, again depending on the complexity and number of materials. If you need a quick turnaround, I offer rush services for an additional fee. Please, bear in mind that my schedule is usually full months in advance, so be sure to contact me with enough time to ensure a spot in my timeline!

I provide drafts for approval at key stages of the design process, especially at the beginning. Your feedback is incorporated to ensure the final cover artwork meets your vision. Unless you have a very specific and complex idea that needs permanent oversight to respect the lore included in your project, I ask for creative freedom to ensure a hefty and agile process without interruptions and delays. I include a set number of revisions, with additional changes available if needed, depending on your needs.

It depends on the complexity and scope of what you need. My schedule is usually full months in advance, and I can only attend certain urgencies, like simple custom cover designs that I can create in overtime hours. Keep in mind that commissions with very tight, strict deadlines will have an additional fee. Let me know your deadline, and I’ll do my best to accommodate it without compromising quality!

As a freelance cover artist, I take pride in my clients’ happiness. I include a set number of revisions in my process to ensure you’re happy with the final design. If you need additional changes after delivery, I offer affordable revision packages to accommodate your needs.