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:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/165/165189/attachment_165189672 "The concept draws inspiration from the theatrical atmosphere of the story, combining deep red curtains, a dramatic spotlight, a ballerina silhouette and intertwining thorns to create a sense of beauty, danger and mystery.
The curtain and ballerina artwork were created by hand, with layered textures and subtle halftone details adding depth and a slightly vintage, illustrated feel. Elegant custom-styled typography contrasts with the darker imagery and reinforces the romantic side of the story.
The visual identity was extended across the full paperback wrap, with coordinated spine and back-cover elements including thorns, roses and theatrical details for a cohesive final design.")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/164/164533/attachment_164533208 "Book cover design for Elephants and Flowers: Finding Myself Through Prince, a literary memoir exploring identity, resilience and personal transformation.
The concept combines a hand-drawn watercolor illustration with refined editorial typography to create a warm, intimate and timeless atmosphere. The elephant and lotus symbolize strength, vulnerability and personal growth, while the handcrafted paper element evokes the feeling of a treasured memory preserved over time.
The project included the complete cover design (front, spine and back cover), typography, layout and print-ready preparation for both paperback and hardcover editions.")
:format(webp)/99designs-work-samples/work-sample-designs/1834958/1730ca32-fb94-4aa5-b6f9-c46573225ea1 "The concept combines a bold, vintage-inspired typographic treatment with a narrative illustration. A winding path leads four cleaners through a Minnesota forest toward the hint of a crime scene, creating a visual connection between the book’s title and its mystery storyline.
I developed the characters, landscape and graphic elements in a simplified illustrated style, using a limited palette of teal, red, sand and cream. Distressed textures and retro typography add a subtle 1950s pulp-fiction influence while keeping the overall design contemporary.
The complete paperback design includes the front cover, spine and back cover, prepared with print production in mind.")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/164/164566/attachment_164566224 "Book cover concept created for a dystopian techno-thriller exploring artificial intelligence, control and the boundaries between the digital and human worlds.
The composition combines a monumental coded structure, a fractured beam of light and two human silhouettes to create a sense of scale, tension and mystery. A cold, dark color palette with subtle red accents reinforces the technological and threatening atmosphere, while the distressed typography gives the title a strong and immediate presence.
The design was developed as a complete visual concept, combining image compositing, typography, color grading and atmospheric effects.")
:format(webp)/99designs-work-samples/work-sample-designs/1834958/9eb96f75-5335-4a21-867e-152147b45951 "The design combines two facing profiles with an infinity-inspired ribbon, symbolizing dialogue, connection and common ground between two distinct identities. Cultural color references are woven throughout the composition, while bold typography and a distressed print texture create a strong editorial, poster-inspired aesthetic.")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/165/165025/attachment_165025727 "A conceptual book cover created for a German non-fiction title exploring the difference between pursuing happiness and building a truly meaningful and fulfilled life.
The iceberg serves as a visual metaphor for the idea that what we see on the surface represents only a small part of what shapes our lives. Beneath it, the geometric forms and interconnected network suggest the deeper layers of identity, experience and personal development.
The contrast between the clean, minimal upper section and the immersive blue depths reinforces this transition from the visible to the unseen, while the navy, turquoise and gold palette gives the design a contemporary and sophisticated editorial feel.")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/164/164608/attachment_164608440 "Book cover concept created for a contemporary thriller, combining a bold illustrated portrait with expressive typography and a vibrant, high-contrast color palette.
The composition was designed to convey psychological tension, strength and emotional complexity while giving the book a distinctive and contemporary presence. The circular fractured texture behind the character reinforces the idea of inner conflict and unresolved scars, while the integrated handwritten title creates a strong connection between typography and portrait.
The overall direction explores a modern, graphic alternative to traditional thriller cover aesthetics.")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/164/164681/attachment_164681224 "Book cover concept created for a spiritual self-development book exploring the reconnection of heart, mind and body.
Three separate watercolor streams converge into one luminous river, symbolizing inner alignment and the journey back to oneself. The deep blue and turquoise palette gradually transitions toward warm golden tones, creating a sense of movement, awakening and hope.
The minimalist composition and refined typography were designed to convey introspection, serenity and transformation. The watercolor artwork was created specifically for this cover, without the use of stock imagery.")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/164/164621/attachment_164621860 "A minimalist crime thriller cover built around a striking visual metaphor: the fusion of a violin and a blood-stained knife.
The clean composition, limited black, red and ivory palette, and bold typography create immediate tension while connecting the elegance of the opera world with the threat of murder. The elongated hybrid instrument becomes the focal point, giving the cover a distinctive identity that remains clear and impactful even at thumbnail size.")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/164/164516/attachment_164516358 "A crime fiction cover designed as an authentic cold case file, turning the entire book into a piece of evidence.
Police documents, photographs, newspaper clippings, evidence labels and handwritten notes build the story directly into the cover, while the aged paper textures and stamped typography reinforce the investigative atmosphere. The full wrap extends the concept across the spine and back cover, creating an immersive object that feels like a real case file pulled from an evidence archive.")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/165/165007/attachment_165007124 "Book cover concept created for a non-fiction book exploring how cities and buildings can be reimagined according to principles found in nature.
The concept integrates an aerial view of a green urban environment directly into the bold typography. From a distance, the title remains strong and highly readable; up close, buildings, pathways, water and dense vegetation emerge within the letters.
This visual interaction between typography, architecture and nature reflects the book’s central theme: creating urban environments that function more like living ecosystems. The minimalist layout keeps the concept contemporary, accessible and immediately recognizable.")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/164/164616/attachment_164616389 "Full book cover design created for a German non-fiction book focused on women and personal finance.
The design combines a strong author portrait with bold typography and a refined black, white and gold color palette to convey confidence, expertise and accessibility. Particular attention was given to title hierarchy and readability, while maintaining a professional and contemporary visual identity.
The complete design includes front cover, spine and back cover, with a consistent editorial system developed across the entire book.")
About
I studied at The Arts Décoratifs School in France and also have a master in Graphic Design and Multimedia. I am working in advertising, marketing and visual communication since 21 years and I established myself as a freelancer in 2007. I regularly work with professionals and agencies. I carry out graphic projects from conception to implementation. I like to agitate pixels and give life to creative designs.
Country:
France.
Member since:
December 03, 2014
Reviews
"Sandra is a joy and a pleasure to work with. She's very open to collaboration, very good at incorporating feedback, and very dedicated to capturing the precise design aesthetic a client wants. She's also very patient, which I really appreciate. Her work..."
"Sandra is a joy and a pleasure to work with. She's very open to collaboration, very good at incorporating feedback, and very dedicated to capturing the precise design aesthetic a client wants. She's also very patient, which I really appreciate. Her work on my cover was fantastic, and the whole collaborative process was smooth from start to finish. Highly recommended!"
C.L. Johnson
reviewed 9 days ago
"Thank you so much, Chris! It was truly a pleasure working with you on Elephants and Flowers. I really enjoyed our collaboration and the care we both put into every detail of the cover. I’m very proud of the final result and incredibly happy that it reflects the vision you had for your book. Wishing Elephants and Flowers all the success it deserves!"
Skartworks
responded 9 days ago
"Made my vision come to life, easy to work with, and super understanding of all design changes. A true artist!"
tylerjohnkolZ
reviewed 12 months ago
"Thank you very much. It was really nice to work with you too. "
Skartworks
responded 12 months ago