BTR

Art Direction and Cover Art for the BTR single

• Client: Maltezz • Services: Art Direction, Custom Typography & Single Cover Design • Year: 2025 • Tools: Photoshop, Illustrator, Blender

Project Context

# Context and objective

In June 2025, Maltezz reached out to me for the creation of the cover for his new EP titled BTR. This project was particularly important to him, so he wanted to give it a strong visual identity that reflected the message and vibe of his music. He shared his track, inspirations, and some visual ideas he had in mind.

# Research and concept

I began by analyzing the visual references provided by Maltezz, then sorted them to keep only the usable ones, and started working on how to integrate them. I also explored different color palettes and typographies to find those that best matched the BTR universe. I provided him with an initial moodboard to validate the artistic direction.

# Design execution

Once the concept was validated, I began the graphic design of the cover using Illustrator to create the custom typography and Blender to model certain elements in 3D, particularly to integrate the text into a scene. I worked on the composition, integrating visual elements, and perspective to create an immersive atmosphere.

# Finishing touches

I then finalized the rendering in Photoshop to achieve a unique cover that was faithful to the artist’s inspirations and reflected both his musical universe and my artistic identity. This project allowed me to explore new creative techniques while strengthening my graphic design skills.