The Tempest
Repackaging for the Pelican Shakespeare series, the authoritative resource since 1956, coinciding with the Bard’s 400th death anniversary this year. A total of 40 books, the series is ongoing and art directed by Paul Buckley. We used a modern linear and geometric style to approach these classics in a contemporary manner, categorized as Tragedies (black,) Comedies (light blue) and Histories (maroon.) The series won a Gold Medal at the SOI Annual Exhibition (Book category.) Thanks to Paul Buckley and Elda Rotor for taking a chance on me.
From his island, the wizard Prospero raises a magical Tempest to rock his nemeses’ boat. The back cover shows Ariel tied to a tree by Prospero’s magic.
Client: Penguin Random House
Art Direction: Paul Buckley
Publisher: Elda Rotor
Thanks: Jay Luu, Brianna S Harden, Emma Mohney, and Judy Ng
Special thanks: Jessica Hische