What If I Saved You First
by Marion Boyd
Book Cover Case Study
I collaborated with author Marion Boyd, MBA, CPLC, to produce the photography, cover art, marketing materials, souvenirs, and promotional swag for her book *What if I Saved You First*. It was an honor to be chosen for this project. For the cover design, Marion envisioned artwork that would visually emphasize the importance of parents connecting with their child's mental health and well-being. Once the concept was finalized, I brought the vision to life by hiring a local father and son as models, ensuring the imagery authentically captured the book's message.
Marion Boyd, MBA, CPLC
In a world that has social media influencers, content creators, and celebrities as images of who our youth aspire to be like, it’s critical to educate our youth on what mental health is all about. The desire to replicate what looks good on social media and neglect the truth about the battles we face every day, is why the book, "What If I Saved You First?” was birthed.
In this book, our youth will be educated on what mental health really looks like, and how to be change agents in their communities. The book will also serve as an educational blueprint for parents who desire to be a safe space for their children. The topic of mental health isn’t easy to understand, and the misconceptions of the topic don’t make it easier—thus the importance of dispelling the myths of what mental health is all about. Also, as a person who struggled with various mental health conditions and now has found healthy coping mechanisms, I have shared vulnerable experiences in hopes of encouraging everyone to change their mindset.
