Frequently Asked Questions
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Pre-made & Custom Cover Designs
I will deliver proofs for your review within 1 to 3 business days, from your initial purchase. Delivery of final files are based on how quickly you respond with revision requests and/or approval.
I'll do my best to hold onto the cover for as long as you need, but please be aware of some limitations.
Covers in Color will keep a cover design on file for at least three years (36 months). If I don't hear from you within that period, your cover design will be archived, and the project will be considered cancelled. After that, I won't be obligated to fulfill your order.
Staying in contact is key. Let me know if you need more time, and I'll happily keep the cover for you.
Unfortunately, no. I am unable to hold or reserve pre-made covers without payment.
No. Pre-made covers are sold only once, on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Yes, minor modifications can be made. If you have particular requests, it's best to contact me to ensure I can accommodate your needs before purchasing a pre-made cover. You can also review my policy on adjusting pre-made cover art here.
Sorry, pre-made series are priced for and sold as a set. You're free to purchase a series and only use the covers you need, but I won't be able to adjust the price.
No. I am not able to swap or switch a pre-made cover that has already been removed from my inventory.
All pre-made cover sales a are final. Once a cover is purchased, it cannot be returned to my inventory. Additionally, creating and managing pre-designed artwork requires a substantial level of effort. Therefore, refunds cannot be provided for any pre-designed covers or graphics. Custom cover projects are eligible for partial refunds in some cases. You can see my return policy here for more details.
Yes. Although I try to accommodate everyone, there are some projects that I will not be willing to accept. Some of those restrictions are as follows:
* Any form of or implied blasphemy.
* Any implied representation of hate.
* Any depiction violence or abuse.
* Any form of bestiality (excluding shape-shifter themes).
* Any form of snuff or necrophilia.
* Requests to use cover models that are under the age of 18.
* Requests to mimic or reproduce another designer's work.
I also reserve the right to decline any project that I feel is not a good fit for Covers in Color.
In most cases, yes. The terms of your license agreement will specify whether you are allowed to transfer the image for additional manipulation. While most stock photo companies permit this, some individual photographers and specialized stock agencies may not. To proceed with the image work, I need to confirm your license. Additionally, please provide the original image. If the image has been altered or edited in any way, or if another designer has modified it, I cannot use it for your cover design. Should I be unable to confirm my authorization to use your license, I will seek to obtain a new license for the image on my own.
No, I do not. Often, images under CC0 or in the public domain do not have verified consent, and the uploaders to these domains are not thoroughly vetted. As a result, there is no certainty of having a model release or owner's permission for the uploaded images.
Actually, this goes against the licensing terms. Covers in Color acquires stock and photography licenses specifically for our designs. I hold the legal rights to modify and utilize the images for our cover art. As such, any modifications to these images or the cover art itself would breach most licensing agreements.
License restrictions on stock images, certain fonts, and other design elements prevent me from distributing or selling native Photoshop or Illustrator files to clients or third parties. Should you require particular modifications, I can typically provide this service free of charge or for a nominal fee.
Ultimately, the copyright for all designs remains with the designer. As the author, when you purchase a completed design, you acquire the rights to use the cover art as it is for your commercial or personal purposes. Authors are prohibited from modifying the cover art in any way or reselling the design to a third party, as it breaches the licensing agreement.
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Branding & Graphics
Pre-designed logos are typically accompanied by a Standard license, issued by the stock photography site, illustrator, or photographer. This license restricts reproduction to fewer than 500,000 printed items, including copies. Additionally, it prohibits the use of your logo for broadcasts, performances, or any digital productions intended for an audience anticipated to surpass 500,000 unique viewers. Should you exceed this threshold of 500,000 copies or viewers, an extended license is required.
Yes, you can use your logos for most digital and print marketing materials.
Covers in Color utilizes stock photography and illustrations for crafting branding artwork. Since these images are not exclusive, trademarking the design is not permitted.
I create logos that adhere to the limitations and guidelines of licensing agreements, ensuring that none of Covers in Color's designs products can be altered post-purchase.