With the development of the Internet, the demand of the design of the atlas is increasing. As the facade of the atlas, the importance of its design is self-evident. This paper will discuss the cost of the design of the atlas cover from the two dimensions of hand-drawn cover and the selection of picture materials.

The charm and cost of hand-painted covers

Hand-painted covers are loved by designers and customers for their unique artistic style and hand-crafted temperature. The process of making hand-painted covers requires designers to have deep painting skills and rich imagination, so the price is relatively high. Generally, the price of hand-painted covers ranges from several thousand to several thousand yuan, depending on the level and demand of the designer. Hand-painted covers from some well-known designers and studios could cost more.

The advantage of hand-painted covers is that they bring a unique artistic touch to the album and make it stand out from the many designs. However, because the hand-painted cover is difficult to make and takes a long time, the waiting time is relatively long.

II. Benefits and Costs of Selecting Picture Materials

In contrast, the choice of photo material as the cover is more cost-effective. There are a large number of high-quality pictures available in the photo material market. Designers can choose the right pictures to design according to their needs. The cover design cost that chooses picture material is relatively low, generally in one or two hundred yuan to several hundred yuan. Of course, the price also depends on factors such as the quality, quantity and design difficulty of the selected picture.

The advantages of selecting picture material are low cost, short production cycle and suitable for mass production. However, its shortcoming lies in the lack of individuality, it is difficult to bring unique artistic flavor to the atlas.

III. Impact of Other Factors on Expenses

In addition to hand-painted covers and the choice of graphic materials, there are other factors that can affect the cost of cover design. For example, the size, popularity, and experience of the design company can affect the design cost. In general, larger, more well-known design firms typically charge higher fees because they are able to provide higher quality design services. At the same time, the type, quantity and use of the design atlas will also affect the cost of the design. For example, the cover design cost of art atlas is usually higher than that of commercial atlas, because art atlas often require more elaborate and artistic designs.

The price of the hand-painted cover is relatively high, but it can bring a unique artistic flavor to the album; The price of the selected picture material is more affordable and suitable for large-scale production. There are many factors that affect the cost of cover design, including the size, popularity, experience of the design company, the type, quantity and use of the design atlas. In the selection ofDesign of the cover of the albumDesigners should choose the most suitable design scheme according to the actual situation and budget, but should also be careful not to over pursue the gorgeous design and neglect the cost and practicality.