I like the cover ART of Pet Sematary but it looks more like an interior piece than a cover piece. But they could still use it if they had just incorporated the title into the entrance to the cemetery rather than making it look like they just threw pieces of vinyl lettering on it and then added some 'shadows' to make it look like it's floating. The fonts are lame and ruin the image.
Christine is cluttered with all the names of the contributors. Banish those to the back cover.
Hi all. I've had a read through this thread and it looks like you are all disappointed with the artwork I created for the cover to Pet Sematary. I thought you might be interested a little in why I chose the illustration in question as well as try to answer any questions if I can. This post is in no way defending my, or PS, decisions. I simply thought it might enhance the discussion, and in a purely selfish way, hoped to discuss the subject with fans and collectors of Steven's work.
The artwork for the cover that you have seen is not the final piece. It's a placeholder. (PS needed an illustration to send out to distributors to advertise the edition until final artwork was completed.) although I would add that the final piece is similar in feel and location, so if you hate the placeholder, don't expect me to win you over with an entirely different idea for the cover!
I, unfortunately, cannot speak for the overall design or mastheads. I have nothing to do with those areas after handing in the finished pieces. In the past, PS have done a great job selecting complimenting designs and fonts etc. the two previous deluxe editions I've completed for them have looked amazing, so I have my fingers crossed they will do the same here. I haven't seen the design or any proofs though, so simply cannot help there. Sorry.
One thing to bear in mind with this edition is that it is slipcased with additional artwork. The cover is able to be less in your face and more a piece of a puzzle. I've tried to create an overall 'story' linking each of my pieces and working far better as a set as opposed to on their own. I've tried to compliment the story itself without giving away anything to the first time reader. I've actually put a lot of thought as to which illustration is used and where so, if the overall feel of the art direction fails visually, it is at my feet! I treated the package as a special one and hope I've nailed it - again, you guys know your stuff so you'll be able to tell me how I did.
I'm not sure how much of my work is actually included in the edition. Mark Geyer has completed interior ink pieces. I'm really excited to see what he chose to illustrate. Personally I have completed the slipcase, a wraparound cover and two endpapers which will definitely be included, as well as four interior pieces that I produced to enhance the interior and follow through the overall feel of the work into the book itself which I'm really hoping is included. I cannot say though.
I tried something a little different and took the risk with a more subtle cover that didn't include elements like Church the cat. He takes centre stage in other pieces!
I think I'm waffling. Sorry. I'm incredibly proud of the work I've done for this edition. I hope those of you who end up with it in your hands are won over and love how I approached the theme as a package. If you are still disappointed then blame me!
Thanks for your thoughts David and welcome to the site!
This is a VERY interesting development, always good to hear it directly from the source. I look forward to seeing the finished product as opposed to the "place holder" artwork.Originally Posted by David Gentry
Hi all. I've had a read through this thread and it looks like you are all disappointed with the artwork I created for the cover to Pet Sematary. I thought you might be interested a little in why I chose the illustration in question as well as try to answer any questions if I can. This post is in no way defending my, or PS, decisions. I simply thought it might enhance the discussion, and in a purely selfish way, hoped to discuss the subject with fans and collectors of Steven's work.
The artwork for the cover that you have seen is not the final piece. It's a placeholder. (PS needed an illustration to send out to distributors to advertise the edition until final artwork was completed.) although I would add that the final piece is similar in feel and location, so if you hate the placeholder, don't expect me to win you over with an entirely different idea for the cover!
I, unfortunately, cannot speak for the overall design or mastheads. I have nothing to do with those areas after handing in the finished pieces. In the past, PS have done a great job selecting complimenting designs and fonts etc. the two previous deluxe editions I've completed for them have looked amazing, so I have my fingers crossed they will do the same here. I haven't seen the design or any proofs though, so simply cannot help there. Sorry.
One thing to bear in mind with this edition is that it is slipcased with additional artwork. The cover is able to be less in your face and more a piece of a puzzle. I've tried to create an overall 'story' linking each of my pieces and working far better as a set as opposed to on their own. I've tried to compliment the story itself without giving away anything to the first time reader. I've actually put a lot of thought as to which illustration is used and where so, if the overall feel of the art direction fails visually, it is at my feet! I treated the package as a special one and hope I've nailed it - again, you guys know your stuff so you'll be able to tell me how I did.
I'm not sure how much of my work is actually included in the edition. Mark Geyer has completed interior ink pieces. I'm really excited to see what he chose to illustrate. Personally I have completed the slipcase, a wraparound cover and two endpapers which will definitely be included, as well as four interior pieces that I produced to enhance the interior and follow through the overall feel of the work into the book itself which I'm really hoping is included. I cannot say though.
I tried something a little different and took the risk with a more subtle cover that didn't include elements like Church the cat. He takes centre stage in other pieces!
I think I'm waffling. Sorry. I'm incredibly proud of the work I've done for this edition. I hope those of you who end up with it in your hands are won over and love how I approached the theme as a package. If you are still disappointed then blame me!
I don't think my own personal qualms with the artwork have much to do with the art itself but the overall design, including fonts and their placement.
Very much looking forward to seeing the final artwork. Welcome aboard!
Same here. I like the painting, but the font they used on the placeholder is so overbearing it completely detracts from what should be the point of focus.
Yes, it's definitely the fonts!
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Welcome aboard and thank you for your insights! Can't wait to see the final piece!
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Welcome to the forums David and thanks for giving us your thoughts.
I think the majority of us will agree that your illustration is fine. As Becca said, it's really the font selection that we don't love.
I hope you are correct that they will pull it all together in the final piece.
Mark Twain
I think it is very admirable for Mr. Gentry to show up here and discuss his artwork for this book.
Welcome to the site.
You know that old saying.
Never judge a book by it's cover. But i really really do. But ONLY because, i already own all the regular editions. So now, it's comes down to limited editions, which should always be something special. So the artowrk matters greatly. I can't wait to see the final piece David. I'm sure it will be great. And even, if it's not to my liking. You earned big brownie points for caring and posting here.
Yes, very much so.
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I think it is very admirable for Mr. Gentry to show up here and discuss his artwork for this book.
Welcome to the site.
Yes, very much so.
Its always great to have people involved in bringing us great King collectables actively posting here and letting us in on insider information.
Thanks David.
Thanks for the warm welcome, folks! Very kind of you.
The original post may have come across a bit more 'car salesman' than planned! Please take it simply as my enthusiasm for the subject, as intended, not as it may have sounded!
David, if you're not enthusiastic about your work, how can you expect us to be? You did a great job.
John
Font on Pet Cemetery is bad but I like the art
Still getting caught up on threads after being away...
David, welcome to TDT.org and to Calvin's Corner. We always love to hear directly from artists, authors, publishers, and others involved in creating the products that ultimately line our bookshelves. We value your input and we certainly understand and appreciate your enthusiasm. I have these books on preorder and PET SEMETARY is a personal favorite. I look forward to holding it in my hands and admiring the culmination of your work firsthand.
- Patrick
"...that Siren which called and sang and promised so much and gave, after all, so little." ~ Ray Bradbury
Thanks to everyone who offered kind words and a warm welcome.
I'm hoping you'll all be happy with the end product. As much as it is only the artwork itself that I had a hand in, I'd be really disappointed if the overall art direction or final result didn't excite people.
Should PS choose to release any further Steven King titles in this format and commission me as the artist (fairly unlikely. Unless asked to they tend to opt for a different artist for each title) I'll suggest fonts and masthead styles, plus overall design both interior and exterior to try to create the books to their absolute best, art wise.
Course, that's why I'm not a designer! If PS really let me off my leash, Pet Sematary would have been utterly beautiful interior and out, but incredibly expensive, if not far too expensive to even release!
Today's newsletter mentions that they are working on a 40th anniversary edition of Carrie for 2014.
They don't say if it is part of this series, or a regular King S/L. Pete only mentions that Glenn Chadbourne is working on artwork for it (because we don't already have more than enough books illustrated by him).
Mark Twain
Hey, Glenn' has to eat too!! LOL
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Weird, I didnt get that newsletter (?)
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It was just the standard weekly PS newsletter that is usually sent out on Friday.
They've already announced Skeleton Crew and Thinner for 2014, so assuming Carrie is part of that series and not a full blown S/L, we'll get at least three of them next year.There are lots more things coming your way, not least Glenn Chadbourne’s remarkable artwork for our 40th Anniversary edition of Stephen King’s Carrie: I thought of letting you take a peek but then thought we should wait and clear the decks of 2013 titles before we look too deeply into the smorgasbord that is PS’s 2014. You’ll just have to be patient. Again!
Mark Twain
Unless they are signed limiteds, I'm not really interested in any of them. I don't plan on getting any of the "Anniversary" publications unless I'm able to get them at a reasonable price off eBay or ABE.
John
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