IA album cover: composing a musical identity in square format
An album cover must evoke music and remain readable in miniature. The square format imposes a clear hierarchy between the image, the name of the artist and the title of the project.
Starting from the intention of the disc
Define an emotion and a concrete idea rather than a list of effects. A portrait, an object or a decor can become the main sign of the project. This decision helps choose a palette and visual register without copying the identity of an existing output.
Preserve a hierarchy in small format
Reduce the composition regularly to check what remains visible. A busy image can lose its subject and text in a small thumbnail. Give a role to the artist's name and the title: one can dominate, but both should not compete with all the strong areas of the image.
Distinguish between model and broadcast file
The Promptya covers studio currently allows you to compose and export a square model from a visual. This work is distinct from the packs of 100 photos and its generation price remains to be defined. Before broadcasting music, check the dimensions, content and instructions from your distributor.
Putting this idea into practice
Try a composition with a strong subject, a single accent color, and a calm text area. Export a mockup then compare it in large and thumbnail form. This double reading quickly reveals elements that are too small or too competing.
Before choosing your images
- A visual idea linked to music.
- An identifiable subject in miniature.
- Texts reread and distribution requirements verified.
To prepare your series, also consult how the studio works and packages and their total amounts.
