Book Cover Design: Reimagine a Classic
A course by Rafael Nobre , Graphic Designer and Illustrator
Combine images and text to create memorable book covers and bring your designs to life using Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign
While many stand by the popular saying, "Don't judge a book by its cover," when it comes to a literary piece, an attractive visual identity is integral to its success. Illustrator and graphic designer Rafael Nobre, who's created book covers for publishing houses such as Companhia das Letras, TAG Livros, and Nova Fronteira, teaches you to combine words and images to captivate potential readers.
In this online course, learn to graphically reinterpret classic book covers. With Rafael as your guide, discover everything you need to convey the essence of a book in its cover, from the initial sketches to the preparation of the finished file.
What will you learn in this online course?
20 lessons & 29 downloads
- 100% positive reviews (50)
- 1,886 students
- 20 lessons (3h 34m)
- 29 additional resources (10 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Portuguese
- Portuguese · Spanish · English · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
Recommended software & tools for this course
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe InDesign
Adobe PhotoshopWhat is this course's project?
Create a new book cover for a classic of your choice.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Designers, illustrators, and anyone interested in book cover creation.
Requirements and materials
A basic working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop is essential for this course.
In terms of materials, all you need is a computer with all three programs installed.
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Rafael Nobre
A course by Rafael Nobre
Rafael Nobre is a graphic designer and illustrator with a degree from the UFRJ. Specialized in the design of books, he has created more than 500 book covers for large publishing houses such as Companhia das Letras, Zahar, TAG Livros, and Nova Fronteira.
He has more than ten years' experience behind him and has won several awards including the Brasil Design Award and Melhor Capa de Livro Getty Images.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
Thinking the cover
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Brief history of book covers
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20th century and the future
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What is a cover?
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Main graphic approaches and means of expression
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Bindings and finishes
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U3
Preparing the cover
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Briefing and reading
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Search 1
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Search 2
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First ideas and sketch
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Vector design and typography 1
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Vector drawing and typography 2
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Finalization and creation of the guard of book 1
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Finalization and creation of the guard of book 2
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Mock-up and presentation
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Complete cover assembly 1
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Complete cover assembly 2
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U4
Finalization
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Closing the file for printing
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Creating a physical mock-up
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FP
Final project
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Book Cover Design: Reimagine a Classic
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Un curso importante para saber sobre las diferentes alternativas de portada que podemos plasmar en nuestro diseño, que es lo que andaba buscando.
Me ha resultado un curso interesante que me ha aportado conocimiento y perspectiva sobre la creación de portadas de libros, así como conocimientos específicos de los programas que intervienen en el diseño y creación de éstas. La única pega que pondría es en la traducción al español de las palabras de Rafael Nobre, que en algunas ocasiones resultaban confusas en cuanto a la terminología concreta. Un placer de curso.
O melhor curso da domestika! Gostei muito do resultado da minha capa usando a metodologia do Rafael e com certeza continuarei usando em futuros projetos.
impresionante
Curso maravilhoso. A didática do professor Rafael é perfeita! Consegui ficar em sintonia em todas as aulas, entender o que ele estava fazendo e replicar no meu projeto. Muito feliz em poder aprender com uma pessoa que era fonte de grande admiração e inspiração. Sonhando com mais cursos como esse...