PROBLEM:

Create a book cover and case. 
Book chosen: Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close
 

SOLUTION:

A major focus of this piece was centered around the interaction the case played on the cover and vice versa. Cut outs were used to create this interaction between the pieces. For example, when you look at the cover, the light seeping out under the door symbolizes the twin towers. When the book is placed in the cover, the light recedes to represent the towers falling. A similar cut out method is carried onto the back as a key appears after placing the book in the case. The font choice is reminiscent of words cut out of magazines or newspapers. This choice reflected the father's actions in the actual book.