Bonsai

Derived from an ancient Chinese horticultural practice ("penzai"), which was then redeveloped under the influence of Japanese Zen Buddhism, Bonsai ("plantings in tray") is essentially a work of art. Fully made with love, patience, and plenty of dedication. Where each branch is carefully wired and pruned, buds are pinched with extreme delicacy, and water is poured with patient attention, to create a realistic depiction of nature...

Based on the fact that this small yet complex work of art is made with time, where there are no quick results, a meditative approach in the process is the way of truly understanding what nurturing a bonsai means. Using dots — the minimal fragments of any visual art, to compose the illustrations became a way of translating the concept of time and patience into the album art. A distinct serif typeface (Argent CF, by Connary Fagen) along with a one-color design (PMS Black) were mixed to emphasize the subtlety that permeates the album songs and to fulfill the minimalistic approach of the cover design.

A 600-unit special edition, printed by Grafica Águia and Sala de Serigrafia with Pantone Black C (offset and embossed silkscreen), on Suzano Triplex cardboard (digipack) and Cocoon offset (sleeve), was produced as a gift for the funders who helped the band to release their second album.

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Art Direction, Illustrations: Fabio Issao
Band Photos: Rodrigo Fiuza

Year: 2015