the universe hand

This piece was inspired when i wanted to create a DVD cover. At first, the Fearside's synopsis made me think that this is not quite a horror genre but somehow resemble a supernatural film, which is why i made this design. But looking back, i don't think it fit the brief, so it was left unused. However, the concept behind it is not just a plain abstract design.


I wanted to create an image of a unknown force coming from another world, and talking about a mysterious world where we human still know little about. An image of a cold hand reaching out from a white hole from the darkest space of universe may give chill to someone. The depth can be felt thanks to the hole and the hand, as if you can be touched from the picture if looking at it for some time. The hand looks as if it's going to move forward, also the light support the realistic and depth of the hand effectively. Furthermore, a balance between black and white in this design is created with care so that it won't ruin the layout. Simple as it is, design's rules are followed carefully and the piece's effect is carried out by using as less elements as possible.