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Multiple small line art sketches on brown paper, showing a person in different poses and environments, likely exploring composition.

Multiple small line art sketches on brown paper, showing a person in different poses and environments, likely exploring composition.

Thumbnail sketches are also known as compositional sketches. The goal is to make as many thumbnail sketches as you can! Sketches should be small and on paper Very with little to no detail included. Use what you have learned about the Principles of Design to plan your composition. Keep in mind the function of your book cover is to capture the consumers eye. What will help them pick your book over all the other books on the shelf? See more

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