Portfolio
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/139/139699/attachment_139699927 "**Bob Becomes An Agent - Contest Winning Illustrated Cover**
This is the **winning design** for a Crime Fiction/Mystery novel. I used a **bold, comic-book-inspired style** with clean vector illustration and a high-contrast palette (red, blue, black) to create maximum impact. The design showcases my skill in creating highly effective, stylized visual storytelling for competitive fiction genres.")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/140/140731/attachment_140731087 "**Tinted Windows To A Tainted Soul - Winning Memoir Cover**
This is the **winning design** for a powerful motivational memoir about a life journey, deep reflection, and overcoming internal struggle.
The design utilizes **high-contrast grayscale and advanced photo manipulation** to create a dramatic and intense visual. The dark aesthetic and piercing eye symbolize the **internal turmoil and raw honesty** required for transformation. This approach makes the cover highly effective in the inspirational genre, appealing to readers ready to confront their own journey.")
:format(webp)/http://s3.amazonaws.com/projects-files/159/15968/1596851/07e6e385-ad7c-4aac-9af6-0c9f50bd97d3.jpg "Book Cover and Illustrations")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/143/143984/attachment_143984938 "**Project:** Inspirational/Self-Help Book Cover.
**Goal:** To create a soft, inviting, and symbolic cover that encourages the reader to embrace change and exploration. The design needed to evoke a sense of peaceful journey and transformation.
**Execution Details:**
1. **Image Composition:** This design utilizes **photo compositing** (combining two separate photo stocks) and extensive editing to achieve a **unique, painterly/illustration style**. This gives the cover a warm, non-photorealistic feel.
2. **Color & Mood:** The palette uses muted blues and earthy tones to create a sense of calm and clarity.
3. **Typography:** A combination of elegant script and clean serif fonts was chosen to maintain a soft yet professional look, appealing to the target audience (often female readers of self-development books).
No AI was used in the creation of this design. It showcases my skill in digital painting and photo manipulation to achieve a specific mood.")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/144/144010/attachment_144010486 "**Project:** Cover design for a high-value, non-fiction guide targeting the DIY and survivalist community.
**Goal:** To create a design with maximum impact and urgency that instantly conveys the book's actionable content and serious subject matter.
**Execution Details:**
1. **High-Contrast Composition:** I used my expertise in **photo manipulation and compositing** to layer fire and textured elements onto a dark, gritty background. This symbolizes the raw challenge and essential nature of survival.
2. **Color Palette:** A high-contrast palette of black, fire-red, and distressed yellow was chosen to create a visual alarm and ensure maximum visibility on retail platforms.
3. **Typography:** The custom-distressed, bold typography is designed to be aggressive and instantly readable, enhancing the sense of urgency.
This design showcases my ability to create strategic, visually impactful covers for competitive non-fiction niches.")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/144/144007/attachment_144007794 "**Design Title:** Life Done Differently - The Painterly Journey Concept
This cover was designed for the Self-Help/Inspirational genre, focusing on themes of personal transformation and exploration.
**Execution Details:**
1. **Unique Compositing:** This design utilizes **advanced photo compositing** by combining two separate stock photos to create a singular, symbolic scene.
2. **Painterly Aesthetic:** I heavily edited the result to achieve a soft, **painterly illustration style**, giving the cover a warm and contemplative mood.
3. **Audience Focus:** The tranquil color palette (muted blues and greens) and flowing script typography were chosen to appeal to an audience seeking clarity, peace, and internal change.
*Note: No AI tools were used in the creation of this design. This showcases my skill in digital manipulation and achieving a specific artistic mood.*")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/142/142465/attachment_142465317 "**A Seriously Humorous Voyage Through The Universe - Comedic Sci-Fi Cover**
This cover was designed for a **Humorous Science Fiction** novel. The goal was to create a vibrant, chaotic, and highly readable design that immediately communicates the book's comedic tone.
**Execution Focus:**
My main expertise showcased here is **strategic visual layout and typography**. I focused on compositing provided vector assets (Freepik license) and combining them with bold, energetic typography to ensure a highly attractive and professional final book cover design. This demonstrates my skill in taking existing elements and crafting them into a polished, branded product.")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/142/142042/attachment_142042298 "**The Cannabis Preacher - Dark Photo Manipulation Concept**
This cover was designed for a **Dark Drama/Suspense novel**. Although the entry was not selected, I am highlighting it in my portfolio to showcase my skill in **creating a dramatic atmosphere through expert photo manipulation**.
**Execution Details:**
The design focuses on using strong chiaroscuro effects (contrast between light and shadow), selective coloring (green highlights), and composite imagery to create a tense, mysterious mood. The bold, all-caps typography complements the heavy, dark visual, proving my ability to use photography to establish an immediate sense of suspense for the reader.")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/141/141753/attachment_141753814 "**Reign of The Lich - Dark Fantasy Cover**
This design was created for a **Dark/Epic Fantasy** novel. Although it did not proceed in the contest, I am showcasing it to demonstrate my mastery in **creating intense atmospheric visuals**.
**Execution Details:**
I used **advanced photo manipulation and lighting effects** to compose a dark, foreboding scene, crucial for the fantasy genre. The design effectively utilizes dramatic lighting (chiaroscuro) and stylized typography to immediately establish a strong sense of epic mystery and suspense. This proves my capability in delivering high-quality, genre-specific covers.")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/141/141472/attachment_141472892 "**Tears From The Dark Onion - Quarter-Finalist Thriller Cover**
This cover was designed for a **Psychological Thriller/Dark Fiction** novel. The design successfully advanced to the **Quarter-Finals** of the contest, demonstrating its high quality and competitive edge.
**Execution Focus:**
The mood is created using **intense, high-contrast photo manipulation and composite imagery**. I focused on dramatic lighting and shadow work to highlight the characters and establish an immediate sense of suspense and internal turmoil. The bold, fragmented typography complements the dark aesthetic, making it highly effective for the thriller genre.")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/141/141089/attachment_141089028 "**Utagawa Hiroshige - Art History Book Cover**
This design was created for a **Non-Fiction Art History** book focusing on the Japanese Ukiyo-e artist, Utagawa Hiroshige. Although it did not advance in the contest, it showcases my skill in handling specialized, cultural subjects.
**Execution Focus:**
The design utilizes a **minimal, impactful layout** and a strong red/white color palette, directly referencing the aesthetic of classic Japanese woodblock prints. My focus was on precise **typographic hierarchy** and composition to create a visually striking cover that respects the historical context while remaining modern and highly readable.")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/140/140940/attachment_140940282 "**Tax-Free Millionaire - Business & Finance Book Cover**
This cover was designed for a **Non-Fiction Business and Finance** book. The goal was to establish immediate **credibility and professionalism** while clearly communicating the book's high-value proposition (Zero Tax/Millionaire status).
**Execution Focus:**
The design relies on a **clean, professional layout** and clear typographic hierarchy, essential for the financial consulting niche. I used iconic imagery (US dollar bills, bold 'ZERO TAX' graphic) combined with sharp, legible fonts to ensure maximum trust and readability for the target audience seeking financial advice. This demonstrates my skill in clean, conversion-focused design.")
About
5+ Year Pro Book Cover Designer & Publishing Specialist.
I create high-concept, marketable covers that sell. Experienced in photo manipulation, vectors, and custom illustration. I focus on delivering market-ready designs that stand out.
My 5.0-star rating speaks for my quality and professional partnership. Available for 1-to-1 direct projects.
Let's make your book a bestseller!
Member since:
August 05, 2016
Reviews
"I am thrilled with Vinegarice's design! This is exactly what I was looking for. I couldn't be happier. Plus the artist is very responsive and flexible to my requests. Great experience! "
elizabethjoanschaefer
reviewed 9 months ago
"hi elizabethjoanschaefer!
Thank you for giving me the opportunity and trust to design the cover for your book. i'm happy to be able to help you.
peace and good health to you."
Vinegarice
responded 9 months ago
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"My second time working with Vinegarice. She continues to be incredibly skilled and responsive. She's very creative and a pleasure to work with. Highly recommend. "
lpdo9Q
reviewed about 2 years ago
"it's a pleasure for me to have the trust to design the cover of your second book."
Vinegarice
responded about 2 years ago
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"We were truly impressed by Vinegarice's beautiful concept for our book cover contest. Although it didn't win, it still captivated our attention. So, we decided to rehash this concept for another book. Additionally, we commissioned illustrations because ..."
Anonymous client
reviewed over 2 years ago
"thank you,
that's great to hear
It was a pleasure working with you."
Vinegarice
responded over 2 years ago
"Creative, talented, and experienced. Not only provided a great design, but has maintained communication & helped out by following up."
brandon.nanos
reviewed almost 3 years ago
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"I asked Vinegarice to prepare a book cover for a book I wrote. Vinegarice was very responsive and quickly updated her proposal based on my feedback. She is very patient and creative. I look forward to working with her again."
Anonymous client
reviewed almost 3 years ago