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Memoirs of a Geisha

Book Cover Design

Photoshop / Ink Pen / Printing

About Project

The goal was to create a cover that alludes to the story in a historical art style. She is crying and peaceful. The white lotus, a symbol of purity in Japan connects to the fact that her purity is a commodity that people seek. To show beauty and an almost quiet sadness.

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Inspired by the art style German and Scottish Art Nouveau. The shapes (white lotus, fans, eyes) were created to symbolize themes and important aspects of the book.

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Target Audience
Women 25-30 living in New York. She is a journalist. Loves old romance and black and white films. A loner who loves cats.

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