Aniko Kolesnikova's Artistic Book Covers Bring Imagination to Life
Jana Pijak — May 8, 2015 — Art & Design
References: mandarin-duck & fubiz.net
Aniko Kolesnikova's artistic book covers bring fantastical fairytale themes to life. The artist -- also known as Mandarin Duck -- creates custom book covers that are both imaginative and visually striking in their look.
Originally a jewelry designer, Kolesnikova re-creates birds, woodland animals and forest greenery in this artistic book cover series and makes readers feel like they are a kid again. Her striking book bindings also include dragon and elephant creatures and boasts 3D relief sculptures of a myriad of subjects.
The artist creates her pieces from a polymer clay material, hand-painting them to resemble lifelike elements. They also feature additional details like feathers, eyes and jewel trimmed accents that work to further enhance their photo-realistic quality.
Originally a jewelry designer, Kolesnikova re-creates birds, woodland animals and forest greenery in this artistic book cover series and makes readers feel like they are a kid again. Her striking book bindings also include dragon and elephant creatures and boasts 3D relief sculptures of a myriad of subjects.
The artist creates her pieces from a polymer clay material, hand-painting them to resemble lifelike elements. They also feature additional details like feathers, eyes and jewel trimmed accents that work to further enhance their photo-realistic quality.
Trend Themes
1. Fantastical Book Covers - The trend of creating artistic and imaginative book covers that bring fairytale themes to life presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in the publishing industry with the use of innovative materials and techniques.
2. 3D Relief Sculptures - The trend of incorporating 3D relief sculptures in book covers presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in the art and design industry with the use of 3D printing and other advanced manufacturing techniques.
3. Nature-inspired Art - The trend of incorporating nature elements and lifelike details in art presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in the art and design industry with the use of sustainable materials and innovative techniques.
Industry Implications
1. Publishing - Publishing companies can leverage the Fantastical Book Covers trend to create unique and visually striking book covers that appeal to a wider audience.
2. Art and Design - Art and design companies can leverage the 3D Relief Sculptures trend to create innovative and visually stunning book covers, sculptures, and other 3D art pieces.
3. Crafts - Crafts companies can leverage the Nature-Inspired Art trend to create unique and handcrafted nature-inspired art products that are eco-friendly and sustainable.
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