kobo sorvec & remo

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REVIEW of the covers in
Sepia by cookedcranberry

Note: ★ - Focus

ORIGINALITY 7/10
There really isn't anything that sets your covers apart from others like it. Don't get me wrong, the manipulation is fantastic most of the time. It's just that they seem to be strictly following the manip style trend. It's not easy but at least try to make your own unique spin on it.

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CREATIVITY 6.5/10
Again your manipulation is incredible and the textures are really beautiful! Though, sometimes they seem to be the same throughout most covers. Explore other approaches in cover-making. Also if you're hesitating, know that you won't get it right on the first few tries. Don't be discouraged and just keep practicing.

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RELEVANCE 5/10
>Font (4/10)
I don't really see a variety of fonts. I may have seen other fonts, but nevertheless most of them look the same. I see this as playing safe and that may not be your intention but do try other fonts.

On a more positive note, I saw while comparing your first few covers to the recent ones that you've improved with the texture/colours of the fonts. They blend better now and I love that!

>BG/Model/Subject (6/10)
The models/faceclaims are always relevant to the story (if they're casted in the book or look similar to the character description). Although, all of your covers have only models/faceclaims (and stickers from time to time). This becomes tedious in no time. So, I suggest you consider landscapes, objects, or even fonts to represent the story.

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NEATNESS 9.75/10
>Placement (10/10)
Looks very neat and organised.

>Clarity (9. 5/10)
The overall quality of the cover is great. However, the individual cutouts of the models/faceclaims stick out too much. This is especially the case when there's multiple models on the cover. I suggest you pick HD photos of these faceclaims, and adjust the contrasts of each cutout to match each other or at least the background.

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OVERALL APPEAL 8.5/10
Aesthetic 8. 5/10
When you work hard enough, your manipulation actually looks exquisite! Otherwise, they look rushed or unfinished. I think you're very much equipped to make a really beautiful manip cover, just don't rush yourself or settle with the first few tries.

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FINAL THOUGHTS
Don't settle with the first few tries. Finally, explore other approaches to cover-making. Be it other styles, tools, or methods. Just explore!

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T O T A L⠀G R A D E

73.25% ~ C

Thank you so much for letting me review your covers!