Copying an already existing digipak – Black Light

I used powerpoint to edit the following images. There were restrictions and I could have improved by using Photoshop. However, I feel that despite the restrictions of powerpoint, I was able to create a realistic copy of Groove Armada’s digipak.

The difference between a digipak and a CD case

This is a digipak-

 

This is a CD case –

There are a number of differences between the two:
A digipak refers to a certain kind of CD case, the one that I will be designing. It essentially consists of a plastic disc tray that has been glued inside a folded cardboard case.
They are made of paper are considered the environmentally friendly version of CD cases, however they have remained less common due to the fact that they can survive less wear and tear than jewel cases (CD cases), particularly when they are in the store.
A jewel case/ CD case consists of 3 peices of plastic to create a protective case for the disc. Unlike a digipak where all the information given is printed on the digipak its self, a CD will present its information on a separate piece of paper that is held in place between two sides of plastic.

WHY I FEEL THERE IS MORE VALUE ON A DIGIPAK

The digipak has 6 sides and can therefore show more artwork, information and promotion

The artist then has a better chance at attracting potential buyers as they will see the digipak as more than just a disc of music, it is a collectable item as well. I

WHAT I AM GOING TO NEED TO INCLUDE IN MY DIGIPAK

• The artist name
• The album title
• The names of the songs on the album
• The copyright label
• The record company
• Album credits
• Album artwork
• Barcode
• Disc holder

Font Test

The importance of fonts

Advertisement is not all about colours, images and icons. The style of font used to convey a message must also be considered. Font selection is just as important, if not more important, than all of the other elements combined.

Often, font choice is obvious. For example, a construction firm won’t be represented well by a font that looks like a calligraphy master created it. Likewise, a wedding planner probably won’t want to select a bold and boxy font.

I have done some font tests of fonts that are similar to the original and iconic ‘Nero’ font;