Portfolio
:format(webp)/99designs-work-samples/work-sample-designs/3438545/6b0a1e22-46b1-4453-b841-dc1e2a3b9f55 "A lyrical design for a book about a young man's journeys invoking the sense of loneliness that can be felt in a city.
The cover uses a limited color palette and the technique of double exposure to achieve a simple yet striking image, paired with a minimalist text treatment.")
:format(webp)/99designs-work-samples/work-sample-designs/3438545/ceed65ac-fb98-402c-9a56-9defca7059dd "The brief for this cover mentioned that the short stories were like snapshots of every day life. My design plays with this idea by placing in focus the part of the image that is overlaid by the title.
This conceptual design combines bold typography with a litery look.")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/127/127523/attachment_127523453 "Book cover for a text book about rhetorics. It combines a modern title treatment with a classical image to convey the timelessness of the topic as well as the ancient roots and modern applications of the art and science of public speaking.")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/114/114430/attachment_114430336 "A humorous design, playing with the notion of dialogue between generations. A cover that communicates that it’s a book of tried-and-true wisdom delivered in an accessible, entertaining way.")
:format(webp)/99designs-work-samples/work-sample-designs/3438545/a19ea59e-6080-4033-a41a-e1e47a56af06 "Inspired by the look of \"Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas\" this is a loud design for a novel about sex, drugs, and finding oneself, written in hyper-realistic style. This modern graphic look combined with psychodelic colors and an irregular title treatment is eye catching while clearly communicating the style of the prose.")
:format(webp)/99designs-work-samples/work-sample-designs/3438545/aef17b97-b8f7-41b8-a181-57f5c86467c1 "A powerful double exposure portrait is at the center of this design depicting the symbolism of freedom. A modern duotone and strong contrast make the design especially eye-catching.")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/123/123696/attachment_123696776 "Design plays with the idea of the juxtaposition of dream and reality and of piecing together an identity. For that purpose I used images of the two locations of the novel, as well as the split title treatment. The somewhat melancholy, retro colour scheme employed to emphasise the literary genre.")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/122/122964/attachment_122964246 "Using double exposure and a duotone color palette this cover design plays with the concepts of time travel and conflict between main protagonists. The tall title treatment mirroring the skyscrapers from the images adds to the futuristic feel of this thriller.")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/109/109852/attachment_109852291 "A conceptual design revolving around the idea of art exhibition, with the book's title and author’s name incorporated into the image. The painting’s dark palette creates a sense of the dramatic while contrasting with the cover’s elegant simplicity.")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/123/123967/attachment_123967626 "A delicate book cover with subtle colors and a minimalist, conceptual design for a collection of personal poetry.")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/110/110863/attachment_110863926 "An abstract, typography-based design with a retro look. The brief called for a masculine cover with a \"hint of abstract and chaos\".")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/129/129027/attachment_129027793 "This design imitates the old leather book covers with embossed text and imagery. This simple look evokes tradition and reliability.")
About
Hello,
my name is Maria and I specialize in book cover design.
Would you agree that the job of a book cover is to delight and to communicate? I believe that the best covers achieve this because they’re born from passion and are tailored through cooperation between the author and the designer.
My work is a lot of fun and I want to make sure that you, too, enjoy the experience.
Member since:
September 17, 2018
Reviews
"Bygrove Studio is hands down one of the most excellent individuals to work with, from her very thoughtful investment into the design to her impeccable customer service. I can't say enough good things about her. She will be my go-to for future projects!!"
lenee.pezzanD
reviewed about 2 years ago
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"I could not be more pleased with this designer! Her thoughtfulness and concern for this book's success is unmatched. She was very intentional in her design to not only ensure spot-on symbolism, but even considered how it would standout from every other ..."
lenee.pezzanD
reviewed about 2 years ago
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"I really enjoyed working with the designer. She was very professional, knew how to implement the changes I asked for and gave me great advise and suggestions. Especially for someone like me, who did this for the very first time, it was a great help and ..."
sandra.giebel
reviewed over 2 years ago
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"I will remember New Year's Eve 2020/2021 for the moment in the afternoon, near the end of my 99Designs competition, when Maria's beautiful design came in! It's a great pleasure to work with her, she is creative and responsive, and I hope to collaborate ..."
samira.lazarovic
reviewed almost 4 years ago
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