Working With Me
​Interested in working with me? In this page, you can learn about my
Process
Prices
and
How to hire me
cover Process
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STEP I - Initial Sketch
I create the initial sketch based on the agreed-upon concept. I send it to the client to go through the necessary revisions. Once the client approves the sketch, we move on to the next phase.
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STEP II - Illustration
I paint over the initial sketch until it's a fully realized illustration. I send it to the client once again for another round of revisions. When the illustration has been approved, we finally get to the final stage.
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STEP III - Text
I add the text layout and usually show multiple fonts for the client to choose from. We go through another round of revisions until the client is satisfied. Once approved, the cover is complete and I send all the necessary high-resolution files.
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Please note that the turnaround time can range from 2 to 5 weeks
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EXAMPLES OF THE PROCESS
 Sketch |  Illustration |  eBook |
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 Sketch |  Illustration |  Paperback |
 Sketch |  eBook |  Paperback |
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PRICES FOR INDIES
EBOOK - 400 USD
Exceptions: If the book belongs to a series I started working on before November 7, 2022.
DUST JACKET -
extra 40 USD
Only if it's based on the same illustration as the wraparound. Or else, it's a different cover.
WRAPAROUND -
EXTRA 100 USD
Exceptions: back covers that are as complex and detailed as the front cover will be priced like one: 400 USD.
AUDIOBOOK -
extra 40 USD
Only if it's based on the same illustration as the ebook. Or else, it's a different cover.
2ND WRAPAROUND -
EXTRA 40 USD
Meaning, if you purchase a paperback (wraparound 1) and also a hardback (wraparound 2), you will be paying an extra 100 USD and 40 USD, respectively.
these prices are for indies only
Publishers, please contact me via email.
*Starting November 7, 2022, all custom orders are at a set price. Unless they belong to a series I started working on before this date.
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payment process
Payment is done through Paypal or Stripe and it can be done fully upfront or 70%-30%. If you decide on the latter, then 70% is paid upfront, but the other 30% is only paid once you see the fully realized cover. Once you send the rest of the payment, I send you the full-resolution files.
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BOOKING
I'm typically fully booked for 2-3 months and the turnaround time can range from 2 to 4 weeks so please take that into consideration when booking. To book, please use the contact form below or email me at vanda.e.pinto@gmail.com​