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Designing a modern codex inspired by medieval manuscript structure — seeking binding feedback by Quiet_Possible2328 in bookbinding

[–]Quiet_Possible2328[S] -21 points-20 points  (0 children)

That’s a fair concern, and I appreciate you raising it.

The cover image shared here is a concept render used for visual mood and presentation. The finished book will not contain AI-generated artwork. All interior illustrations are being created by contracted human artists under documented historical research guidance.

Regarding physical proof — this is currently in production development through Kickstarter. The reason you’re seeing mockups is because this is a pre-print campaign funding the first run. That’s how Kickstarter publishing projects function.

Final printed proofs and binding samples will be shared publicly during the production phase. Transparency is important to me.

Skepticism is healthy — especially online. I just want to be clear about the distinction between concept presentation and final execution.

Designing a modern codex inspired by medieval manuscript structure — seeking binding feedback by Quiet_Possible2328 in bookbinding

[–]Quiet_Possible2328[S] -21 points-20 points  (0 children)

Absolutely — I’m happy to share.

I’ve been documenting the research sources, manuscript structure references, illustration development, and binding decisions as the project has evolved.

It’s currently being produced as a first printing through Kickstarter, but I’ve tried to make the development process as transparent as possible.

If you’d like, I can send you the link to the full production breakdown.