Rafal Kucharczuk

Rafal Kucharczuk – Designer

Book cover designer, artist - AFA graduate. For me, covers are more than just product packaging, it's a form of art, a pocket-sized poster.

Overview

I'm a multidisciplinary designer and artist with more than 200 books produced, among them many bestsellers.


When it comes to book cover design I'm very strict about my workflow, I'd always read the manuscript in full ( it takes time but it's worth it), I make research in the field of book genre and try to design a piece that fits but stands out in that genre. The process always starts with old-school composition sketches/ concept notes, then hand-made unique typography work, digital refining, print production, and sometimes promotional materials or cover animation.


Fiction, Sci-fi, and animated covers are my specialties, but I started my covers journey with business books and recently got into history books. I'm open to exploring new genres, writing styles, and artistic techniques.


I'm proud to say that the book called "Król" is the silver prize-winner of the KTR contest in the design section. It was also listed among the most valuable book covers in 2017 by the biggest Polish bookstore chain EMPIK also Polityka Magazine and many others. My covers were appreciated and published in various design albums in Poland and abroad.


While working with book covers I try to stay true to my nature - the collage. As you see below, it comes in various effects, in general, my style oscillates around retro. I love books and the value that they bring. Designing them is always a reward.


Services
Non-Fiction
Art Design
Fiction
Contemporary Fiction Dystopian Fantasy Historical Fiction Magical Realism Thriller & Suspense
Languages
English
Awards
  • KTR silver design award
  • Polish Graphic Design Award
  • Best music Cover Award

Work experience

Self-employed

Jan, 2015 — Present

Portfolio

The Forest of Damned Souls

Tully, The Sinister Mind of

Pax Americana

Parker, Chris

Birdy

Hardt, David

Towarzyszu moj

Julija Jakowlewa

Wieczny Grunwald

Szczepan Twardoch

Cholod

Szczepan Twardoch

Pokora

Szczepan Twardoch

Alameda: A novel

Cochron, Steven J

Krol (Polish Edition)

Twardoch, Szczepan

Slonce narodu

Kuba Wojtaszczyk

U stop Montmartre

Britta Rostlund

Lód. Tom 3

Jacek Dukaj

Krolestwo (Polish Edition)

Twardoch, Szczepan

Snieg

Orhan Pamuk

Balia przez Amazonke

Dorota Suminska

Barszalona

Aga Sarzynska

Ten kraj

Anna Arno

Pokora

Szczepan Twardoch

Lekcje anatomii doktora D.

Wojciech Engelking

Czlowiek znikad

Wojciech Engelking

Kult (Polish Edition)

Orbitowski, Lukasz

Fajrant

Andrzej Muszynski

Rafal has 16 reviews

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Craig T.

Craig T.

Jan, 2024

As a first-time writer, I couldn't have asked for a better cover designer than Rafal. His dedication to each job is shown by the fact he reads each manuscript before producing an array of sample cover designs. As we narrowed down the sample covers, Rafal was really open to tweaking the designs based on my suggestions and was very responsive, turning around updates within 24 hours, which was id...
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KEN P.

KEN P.

Nov, 2023

Rafal is great. I recommend him highly.
Fernanda C.

Fernanda C.

Nov, 2023

I couldn't be happier with Rafal's exceptional art! Working with him was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. Rafal shows a level of creativity, professionalism, and dedication that is remarkable. The attention to detail, the choice of colors, and the overall designs of my cover were amazing. I really appreciate that he took the time to understand my work and gave me lots of choices for ...
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Christopher P.

Christopher P.

Oct, 2023

Unbelievably talented. Completely transformed the tone of my book with just a cover change.
Brian G.

Brian G.

Sep, 2023

It was a pleasure to work with Rafal. He is the consumate professional, prompt in his communication, coupled with the ability to turn text into compelling images. I would not hesitate to work with him to design the cover for my next novel. Many thanks, Rafal, for your innovative design and professional manner.

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