cover artwork

[ˈkʌvər ˈɑːrtwɜːrk]
nounpl: cover artworks
arte de capa
1. The illustrated or photographic design that appears on the front cover of a book, album, magazine, or other publication
The album's cover artwork was designed by a famous illustrator.
A arte de capa do álbum foi projetada por um ilustrador famoso.
2. Visual artwork created specifically for the cover of a musical record or CD
The cover artwork for the new EP features abstract geometric patterns.
A arte de capa do novo EP apresenta padrões geométricos abstratos.
3. The graphic design or image that serves as the first visual impression of a published work
She won an award for her innovative cover artwork on the novel's edition.
Ela ganhou um prêmio pela sua inovadora arte de capa na edição do romance.
In Brazil, cover artwork is highly valued in the music industry, particularly in vinyl and CD cultures. Renowned Brazilian artists have become famous for their cover designs. The term 'arte de capa' is the industry standard in both Portuguese-speaking countries' publishing and music sectors. Cover artwork has become increasingly important in the digital age for social media visibility and streaming platform thumbnails.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
cover artalbum artcover designjacket artwork
Antonyms / Antônimos
interior designback matter

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
arte de capa
Most common term used in publishing and music industries
Rio de Janeiro
capa artística
Alternative phrasing emphasizing the artistic component
São Paulo
arte de capa
Standard usage in the music and publishing sectors
Portugal
arte da capa
European Portuguese variant; essentially the same meaning

Related Words

cover designalbum coverbook jacketillustrationgraphic designvisual designfront cover

Related Idioms & Phrases

judge a book by its cover
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