Competition Submission for the 'Pipe Dreams' Album

Abstract

This is a design for a jazz album by Jim Walker and associates. The concept of this design is the immersion of the viewer. Jazz is a genre that tends to pull its listener in. This is expressed by taking a two-dimensional surface and turning it into a three-dimensional experience. It visually draws the viewer into experiencing the album’s spirit and feeling. Creating this illusion of depth is done with the use of layers. These layers represent every stage of Jim’s life that built his extraordinary career over the years.

The color scheme of the design is a calm blue tone. Blue is a color that represents freedom and depth, which are words that describe the album’s sound. On the jacket, this blue is complimented with a beautiful orange, which creates a focal point on the cover, further pulling viewers into the illusion of depth. The typography used is League Gothic which is a condensed typeface. It visually represents the life and feeling of performing in a big band; everyone is close together and working in harmony.

The second image in the insert is an abstract representation of a stage with a spotlight. This spotlight shines on Jim’s remarkable career and all the people he has impacted over the years. The cover pulls the viewer in; when they open the album up, they are greeted with the stage view. They have arrived where they need to be to experience every part of the album.

Faculty Mentor: Constanza Pacher