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Visual World-Building for Podcast Cover Art
Tell-Tale Tabletop is a podcast centered around conversations about Dungeons & Dragons and immersive fantasy storytelling. The client commissioned a custom cover illustration that visually captures the magic, whimsy, and narrative depth of classic tabletop adventures. The goal was to create a cover that instantly communicates “story-driven fantasy” through a fairytale aesthetic, dynamic imagery, and atmospheric visual effects.
Overview:
Role:
Art Direction • Visual System Design • Digital Illustration • Image Compositing • Typography Selection • Photo Manipulation
Process:
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Worked directly with the client to identify core thematic elements: a whimsical fairytale realm, dragons, a medieval castle, magical energy, and an open book acting as a portal.
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Generated multiple AI-assisted concepts to explore composition, mood, and visual style.
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Selected and composited various AI-generated assets in Adobe Photoshop, blending them into a cohesive illustrated scene.
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Enhanced the fantasy atmosphere using lighting effects, fog, particle dust, and color grading.
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Integrated a medieval-inspired typeface to reinforce genre and tone while ensuring legibility across podcast platforms.
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Performed final retouching, contrast balancing, and layout adjustments for optimized display across digital formats.
Outcome:
Result:
The final artwork features an open book revealing a lush fairytale world framed by natural vines, with a castle, dragons, and glowing magical dust emerging from the pages. The design visually bridges storytelling and fantasy adventure—core themes of the podcast—creating a dramatic and engaging first impression.
The client received a fully realized podcast cover that successfully aligned with his vision and narrative goals. The artwork enhanced the podcast’s branding, improved visual professionalism, and established a distinctive identity across streaming platforms.
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