Overview
I'm Elias, a lettering artist, illustrator, and graphic designer based in Berlin.
My work focuses on the craft of typographic illustration and lettering across various design formats, including editorial design, book covers, and anything that intentionally incorporates type and letters as key design elements.
In book cover design, titles must accomplish two things: catch the readers eye with a bold presence, and reflect the story lying inside its pages.
Lettering, illustration and type play a huge role at conveying not only a written message, but also setting the right tone and carrying significance through shapes and colours.
Can you imagine living in a world where everything is typed in Times New Roman? Of course not! There is no need to constrain your book cover title using a font designed to fit thousands of other purposes when you can make your title be unique to fit your and only your story instead.
What kind of deliverables you can expect from me:
- Paperback cover design (including front, back and spine)
- 3D cover mockup
- Editable files
- Special ink layers inside final file (gold foil, embossing, etc)
- Isolated title design for promotion
- Isolated design elements for promotion
I've had the pleasure of collaborating on custom projects with esteemed organisations such as Penguin Random House, Harper Collins, Pentagram, Wired, M&M’s, Conde Nast, and many others.
Over the years, I've refined my work process to ensure a smooth journey from briefing to final deliverable. Stages of my work process that you can expect:
1. 2 to 3 first rough sketches based on a clear briefing and previous research.
2. Digital drawing & color treatment on a selected direction.
3. Pre-final revision for final approval.
4. Project sign off.
I'm a pursuer of an effective communication with authors and art directors to make the best out of each project. Transparency, constructive feedback, trust and attention to detail are paramount.
Drop a message if you have any questions, I'll be glad to chat with you!
Services
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Non-Fiction
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Work experience
Self-employed
After accumulating years of experience in advertising agencies and a renowned lettering and illustration studio, I finally made the leap into freelancing in 2024. Drawing from my past experiences and expertise in illustration and lettering, I've cultivated a versatile profile as a graphic designer. As a freelancer, I tackle a wide range of projects, spanning from book cover designs to gig posters, editorial illustrations, and brand identities.
Studio Martina Flor
As a senior designer in the renowned studio of Martina Flor, in the heart of Berlin, I managed a variety of design, lettering, and illustration projects from inception to completion. This included receiving briefs, incorporating client feedback through revisions, ensuring deadlines were met, and maintaining the highest standards in the delivered designs. I have extensive experience in book cover and jacket designs, having worked with prestigious publishers such as Penguin Random House, Harper Collins, Gustavo Gili, Verlag Hermann Schmidt, among others.
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