Launching My Cover Art Website
- Brantwijn Serrah
- Jul 5, 2023
- 2 min read
Did you know that, in addition to bein an author, I'm also an artist of sci-fi, fantasy, and other speculative genre media? I've been drawing, painting, wood block printing, watercoloring, and digitally rendering fantasy characters since I was five.
And this week, I proudly launched an official book cover design website! I'm now offering cover art packages for E-book, print, and audiobooks. I've been wanting to do this for years – even tried to work up the resources for it before. Life, as it does, intruded, and I put the plans on hold. I did take several cover art projects from indies who knew I created covers on the side, but never really advertised.
Then life, as it does, intruded again.
A hearing screening this January showed I have moderate to severe hearing loss on my right side. What that means from my perspective is that, while I can detect some noise on my right side, I can't make out anything clearly and sometimes I can't hear anything at all. Further tests indicate I may have a hereditary – and correctable! – condition called otosclerosis. The next step in treatment, according to my current head and neck surgeon, is a follow-up hearing screening in December, to get a sense whether my hearing continues to deteriorate.
Depending on the results of that second screening, I will (hopefully) be eligible for a stapedectomy, or surgery to remove one of the bones in my middle ear, to be replaced with a prosthesis. This will potentially restore my hearing to completely normal levels!
In the interim, though, the surgeon wants me to wear a hearing aid. Even the most basic and affordable on-ear models, however, are outside of my budget. And I want to hear again!
So, I decided to re-up my efforts to sell my cover art services, and hopefully earn some extra scratch to afford a decent hearing aid I can use until my next screening results… and potentially permanently, if it turns out I'm not a good candidate for the surgery.
There are plenty of other reasons I'm excited to jump into this adventure, though. I love art, and creating art, especially striking, colorful pieces like fantasy and sci-fi scenes. I've really found a passion in book cover art and working with authors to create unforgettable imagery. Turning that passion into an actual gig is a dream come true for my excited inner child. So I'm thrilled to be taking this step, and really hope there are indie authors out there looking for for an artist like me.
This is unbelievably relatable. I am presently working on my thesis publishing help Toronto, and there came a time when I needed help in publishing in Toronto. I completely understand how unexpected life events can throw you off guard. Your journey is inspiring; it is a great way of bringing your art into the foreground. I have been stuck looking for the right thesis cover, and your experience gives me hope. All the best for your hearing and for your art; both surely deserve all of the support they can get!
Congratulations on the opening of your cover art website! It's clear how much you love fantasy and sci-fi imagery! If you're looking for ways to improve your internet visibility even further, think about providing other creatives and artists with custom website design services. You might display dynamic project previews that demonstrate your artistic sensibility, interactive galleries, or portfolio filters. In addition to broadening your product options, this would assist you in creating a thriving creative community that would support your brand as well as the artistic endeavors of others.
Congratulations on launching your cover art website! It’s always inspiring to see creatives bring their vision to life online. A strong personal brand—just like your cover art—makes a powerful first impression. If you're also looking to elevate your digital presence professionally, consider a LinkedIn profile writing service to showcase your creative journey with the same polish and impact as your website. Wishing you great success ahead!
Congratulations on launching your cover art website! The design and layout really highlight your artistic range. As someone who's been researching the best comic publishers USA has to offer, I think your work could definitely catch the eye of some top names in the industry. Looking forward to seeing how your site evolves and which collaborations come next!
Your tale weaves a dazzling tapestry of resilience and artistry, bursting with sci-fi and fantasy flair that leaps off the page. Launching your book cover design site amid life’s wild twists is pure inspiration. At our book publishing firm, we channel that same creative spark, offering Book Cover Designers in the UK to bring authors’ visions to life. Here’s to your vibrant journey and hearing the world anew.