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The project
For the two single covers of Candra, the creative process was deeply intertwined with the conceptual journey of the album itself. The metropolitan station of Bonola served as a figurative hell, a starting point to depict an overwhelming void. In the second chapter of the title track, "Bonola Boy" (Duomo), failure, anger, resentment, and abstinence intertwine aimlessly along the tracks, with sudden rhythmic surges and scattered piano notes echoing amidst coughs and departing trains.
Through brainstorming sessions with the artist, we adopted a straightforward yet profound approach: to portray this mental journey as though it were a video game, akin to "Super Mario," navigating the city of Milan on a mission. Each single represents a key level in this narrative.
The design merges urban elements with a playful, gamified aesthetic, turning Candra's introspective narrative into a vivid and relatable visual metaphor. The minimal yet striking black-and-white linework, accented with vibrant purple and green tones, embodies the mix of soul melodies and rhythmic crescendos that define Candra's work. The covers are entirely hand-illustrated, further emphasizing the personal and crafted approach to visually narrating Candra's journey.
