Portfolio
:format(webp)/99designs-work-samples/work-sample-designs/443695/90451568-f817-473f-ac96-573be91b7b81 "A fully hand-drawn, painterly illustration created for a fantasy novel contest.
The artwork depicts a large-scale medieval battle scene with dynamic crowd action, detailed armor design, and a strong narrative focus. The main character is shown kneeling in the foreground, surrounded by two clashing armies, with a towering world-tree in the distance and a surreal sky unique to the story’s universe.
This piece was developed from scratch without AI-generated assets, focusing on expressive character posing, atmospheric scenery, and cohesive world-building.
Perfect for book covers, interior illustrations, game concept art, world-building visuals, or promotional key art.")
:format(webp)/http://s3.amazonaws.com/projects-files/204/20493/2049348/2be90255-6360-4711-be4b-17060ba05985.png "An immersive full-wrap fantasy book cover created for The Chronicles of Colark.
This illustration blends dynamic character storytelling, cinematic lighting, and large-scale battlefield composition. I designed every warrior, pose, costume detail, and environment element to capture the chaos, emotion, and raw energy of a climactic tribal clash.
From the foreground heroes charging through mud and broken terrain, to the storm-heavy skies filled with arrows and torn banners, the scene is crafted to feel alive and intensely narrative.
This project showcases my specialization in:
• Epic fantasy battle scenes
• Dynamic character posing
• Detailed costume & weapon rendering
• Large-scale crowd compositions
• Atmospheric lighting & environmental storytelling
• Full wrap (front–spine–back) cover layouts
If you’re looking for a cover that feels cinematic, dramatic, and built with meticulous illustration detail — this is the style I bring to your story.")
:format(webp)/http://s3.amazonaws.com/projects-files/199/19916/1991696/b796ab37-4600-4367-8800-6c64e45d7925.jpg "Custom illustration for BTR’s advertising banner. The artwork features a post-apocalyptic wasteland theme with high-energy characters, vehicles, and creatures — blending gritty action with humor and brand elements.
This project required detailed world-building, character design, and multiple revisions to align with the client’s vision while maintaining a bold, eye-catching style suitable for marketing purposes.
Delivered as a large-format banner artwork, optimized for both print and digital display.")
:format(webp)/http://s3.amazonaws.com/projects-files/199/19948/1994810/4782d294-77cc-4e61-8a44-545eb28b7c8d.jpg "This is a full wraparound book cover I illustrated for “Kingsley: First Act” by Máximo César Castellanos. The client requested a cover in the style of a vintage movie poster, featuring seven key characters dressed in 1930s fashion.
Each character was designed and rendered based on client-provided sketches, then fully colored and illustrated with a semi-realistic style to bring them to life. I carefully arranged them in a central composition to reflect their roles and personalities, while using a red-to-black gradient background to enhance the drama and vintage tone.
The typography was chosen to evoke a theatrical and classic feel, with gold lettering for a premium touch. The project also included spine and back cover layout, with a clean and print-ready final file.
This kind of project is ideal for authors or publishers who want their characters to stand out and instantly communicate genre, tone, and personality — all at first glance.")
:format(webp)/http://s3.amazonaws.com/projects-files/197/19717/1971749/97bf3352-15a9-46af-afc4-202764586a97.jpg "This dynamic book cover illustration was created for Improbable Adelhaide by Richard R. Lockwood. Set against a backdrop of stormy skies and surreal lightning, the artwork captures the high-stakes adventure of a futuristic rider on a golden bird, soaring across a volatile alien landscape.
The design emphasizes drama, energy, and wonder, aligning with the book's blend of science fiction and fantasy. The glowing skies and sharp lighting effects were digitally painted to heighten visual tension and reflect the story's climactic tone.
I handled the entire process from concept sketch to final polish, focusing on strong silhouette readability, expressive lighting, and cinematic composition.")
:format(webp)/http://s3.amazonaws.com/projects-files/194/19465/1946579/9f0efe04-8890-4a8a-b44f-f0c4202d5ae7.jpg "🔥 Epic Fantasy Book Cover Illustration 🔥
🚀 Looking for a stunning book cover that brings your fantasy world to life? 🚀
Check out my latest work for Beneath The Golden Sand! A breathtaking mix of desert landscapes, mystical warriors, and monstrous creatures, all wrapped in an action-packed, high-fantasy adventure.
🌟 What I Offer:
✅ Highly detailed custom illustrations
✅ Unique fantasy worlds tailored to your story
✅ Professional quality for print & digital
✅ Over a decade of experience in book cover design
🛠️ Need an eye-catching cover for your next fantasy novel? Let's make your vision a reality!
📩 DM me now on 99designs or visit my portfolio to get started!")
:format(webp)/http://s3.amazonaws.com/projects-files/193/19394/1939446/cdbf43b4-2bd4-463a-8c9e-cbe6f68e11dd.jpg "\"A Vision of Skyborne Majesty – Where History Meets Fantasy\"
Soaring above an ancient city, golden mechanical dragonflies weave through the sky, blending steampunk ingenuity with rich historical grandeur. This piece captures a world where past and future collide, evoking a sense of adventure, mystery, and limitless imagination.
Perfect for fantasy novels, game concept art, or immersive storytelling, this illustration showcases my world-building, lighting, and atmospheric depth expertise. Let’s bring your vision to life—where the impossible takes flight.
🚀 Available for commissions! Contact me for inquiries.")
:format(webp)/http://s3.amazonaws.com/projects-files/190/19019/1901976/fb9a1e0c-e716-499d-858f-9f219bc0dab2.jpg "You know the saying: don’t judge a book by its cover. But we all do it, just like we judge movies and games and albums and magazines by their covers. A book’s cover design tells the reader what to expect from the book in more ways than showing what the book’s about. A well-designed cover communicates to the reader that the author and publisher care enough about the book that they invested in a beautiful and inspiring cover. It also acts as a signal for the book’s intended audience, getting the book into those readers’ hands.
A book’s cover is what makes it stand out on the shelf or among the search results on an e-reader’s screen.")
:format(webp)/http://s3.amazonaws.com/projects-files/189/18913/1891398/a6814f2a-8796-4f5d-b4bd-ca65d4d913b9.jpg "You know the saying: don’t judge a book by its cover. But we all do it, just like we judge movies and games and albums and magazines by their covers. A book’s cover design tells the reader what to expect from the book in more ways than showing what the book’s about. A well-designed cover communicates to the reader that the author and publisher care enough about the book that they invested in a beautiful and inspiring cover. It also acts as a signal for the book’s intended audience, getting the book into those readers’ hands.
A book’s cover is what makes it stand out on the shelf or among the search results on an e-reader’s screen.")
:format(webp)/http://s3.amazonaws.com/projects-files/184/18477/1847717/8081259e-16a0-4224-b7c3-eea555356e20.jpg "You know the saying: don’t judge a book by its cover. But we all do it, just like we judge movies and games and albums and magazines by their covers. A book’s cover design tells the reader what to expect from the book in more ways than showing what the book’s about. A well-designed cover communicates to the reader that the author and publisher care enough about the book that they invested in a beautiful and inspiring cover. It also acts as a signal for the book’s intended audience, getting the book into those readers’ hands.
A book’s cover is what makes it stand out on the shelf or among the search results on an e-reader’s screen.")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/151/151201/attachment_151201781 "You know the saying: don’t judge a book by its cover. But we all do it, just like we judge movies and games and albums and magazines by their covers. A book’s cover design tells the reader what to expect from the book in more ways than showing what the book’s about. A well-designed cover communicates to the reader that the author and publisher care enough about the book that they invested in a beautiful and inspiring cover. It also acts as a signal for the book’s intended audience, getting the book into those readers’ hands.
A book’s cover is what makes it stand out on the shelf or among the search results on an e-reader’s screen. Top book cover designers create covers that hook readers, just like strong narrative hooks pull them into stories.")
:format(webp)/http://s3.amazonaws.com/projects-files/201/20132/2013203/88014851-33e9-4632-a0d0-26c369b9b63c.png "A dramatic fantasy book cover illustration for Knochenmeer by Daniel Neu.
The artwork captures the intense moment of a lone archer facing a giant serpent under the eerie glow of the moon. Strong contrasts of green, blue, and fiery tones highlight the epic confrontation, while the red-gold typography ensures the title stands out even at thumbnail size.
This cover was carefully crafted with a cinematic approach to composition, lighting, and color balance, making it engaging both as a print and an e-book version.
If you’re an author looking for a captivating fantasy or sci-fi cover that sells your story before the first page is read, I’d love to bring your vision to life.")
Chi siamo
Award-winning book cover illustrator with over a decade of experience.
Featured in 99designs' Best 15 Freelance Book Cover Designers, Top 9 Designers (2015), and Best 1-to-1 Project Winner (2018). See my features here:
https://bit.ly/4bJ3hgQ
https://bit.ly/Top9designer
https://bit.ly/Best-1-to-1project
Specializing in fantasy, historical, and concept art, I bring stories to life with striking visuals. 🚀✨
Utente dal:
22 luglio 2010
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"Once again Piere came through for me creating a fantastic book cover. As always, I look forward to working with him again on my next project. "
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