The Wooden Book
Wonder Words By Ashish Pareek
Wonder Words by Ashish Pareek is a three-volume collection of poetry inspired by his life’s experiences and filled with clever wordplay and meticulous layout. It’s important to display memories accurately because of how easily they may be influenced, so that’s what I did. The way the words are displayed, the quality of the paper, and the feel of the box in which the volumes are kept all encourage the reader to go deep into their past and rediscover what is truly meaningful about their recollections.
When working on a creative project, it’s normal to encounter certain challenges. The information given by the client was not straightforward. He didn’t set out to publish a commercially successful book of poetry so much as he wanted to create a collection of his own work that was both distinctive and personal. He does not want his collection of poetry to resemble a simple book. To begin, I focus on the book’s aesthetic by making a moodboard that will assist me in striking a good balance between the book’s font, textures, colours, and images.
This book’s research and creation required more time than its digitization. Therefore, I began each section of the book sequentially.
The graphics were created to give the reader a pleasant impression of the book. The ancient authors used these designs to create their artwork or works, which made the information even more recognizable. In the past, when there were no smooth pens, the writer would dip one end of a feather into the ink bottle to write. This would have disrupted the flow of their writing or artwork, yet it was still aesthetically pleasing.
They used a variety of brushstrokes in a single statement or work of art, but this was widespread in their day and is rare today. So, in accordance with the project’s specifications, I worked on the creation of unique, old, and exquisite objects. These designs assisted me in giving the book’s inside a fitting old appearance.
Texture and Material
The material used for the interior box was chosen to enhance its sophistication. The fabric enhanced the elegance of the book. The shoot required an antique appearance, and wooden or rusted textures would have satisfied our demands. Giving a book a rusty appearance is far more commonplace than making one out of MDF with a wooden feel. I decided that the book would be made of wood, and this cloth will be used to make the book appear older and give a touch of royalty as well.
INNER BOX CLOTH
OUTER BOX TEXTURE
Why MDF Board
My initial preference for the book’s material was wood. However, I ultimately decided against this as our only requirement was a wooden appearance. I conducted a study and determined that I would use MDF instead of wood since it is lighter, has a smoother surface, and is easier to carve. I was able to obtain the exact dimensions I required, with clean edges. The MDF sheet is sturdy and not excessively thick, so the book was both strong and lightweight. For alterations, I did not require machinery; I made several alterations by hand with a sharp knives and other tools.
Why Jute Rope
I utilised jute rope since it met all of our project’s requirements. I sought an object to bind the book, which was constructed of MDF and has an antiquated appearance. Later on, I chose to use jute rope to bind our book since it was sturdy enough and it matched the concept and setting of my picture. The jute offered us a grip on the book and enhanced its aesthetic appeal. It was adaptable to my demands and did not reflect light when the camera was used with or without flash. These factors compelled me to choose a jute rope.
BEHIND THE PHOTOGRAPHY
The purpose of the gloomy setting and the cluttered table in the backdrop was to give the images an antique appearance. The abundance of equipment on the table indicates that the author spent a considerable amount of time writing, before becoming so immersed in his recollections that he was no longer bothered with anything. Darkness is essential to depicting the night in the past. The candle and various antique boxes are used to enhance the photograph’s appeal and enchantment. A person who looks at an image must be intrigued by it. And for me, the atmosphere played a significant part in delivering the results we desired. The atmosphere differentiates the photographs. I aimed to create images worthy of admiration and jotted down notes. The lighting effect was the most difficult to adjust to my specifications, but nonetheless, I was able to achieve a satisfactory outcome. It was a difficult effort to give an image an old appearance while using modern equipment and in a contemporary setting, and the clock was also ticking as quickly as it could for me. Time zone changes in natural light made it difficult for me to get images as quickly as possible. I scratched my heads every time I had to alter the composition and then emphasize the primary subject. But I made it.
