Mutt Album Cover Concept
An empty dog crate in an open field, watched by a lone crow, symbolizes the complex journey of identity, freedom, and transformation at the heart of MUTT by Leon Thomas.
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Examined the themes, tone, and storytelling within MUTT, along with the visual language of R&B, alternative soul, and experimental album art. The project also drew from Leon Thomas’s personal aesthetic and lyrical motifs to identify opportunities for a cover that feels more expressive, atmospheric, and conceptually driven.
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Tested color, texture, and typography to shape a visual identity that mirrors the album’s emotional depth and experimental sound.
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Brought the finalized concept to life through refined photo treatments, cohesive typography, and a carefully constructed layout. The completed design applies the chosen color palette, textures, and compositional elements to create a cover that reflects the album’s emotional depth and cinematic tone.