Christopher Conrad
Graphic Designer & Multimedia Artist

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CRADIENT: RUSTBELT






PACKAGE DESIGN  -  BRANDING SYSTEM  -  PHOTOGRAPHIC  -  PRINT




Rustbelt is an upcoming album by Cradient, a slowcore, alternative, and experimental
musician project. My work for the project explores how the physical format of a cassette can become an extension of the album’s atmosphere and be pushed
beyond typical single-product packaging.  

During my process, I developed a complete package system that was constructed
to be a layered experience, beginning with a vellum slipcover featuring printed typography and imagery tied to the album’s visual identity. Inside, a poster reveals
the track list and a QR code linking to video content, while a secondary box contains
a personalized card and one-of-one found photographs. The cassette itself was finished with custom front, back, and side labels, thus creating a package that
feels personal, tactile, and collectible.

The final result is a fully realized album package designed to feel like an object rather than simply a music product. Each layer reveals additional content and imagery, creating a sense of discovery while building a cohesive visual world
around the album.





Materials // Process


Boxes were handmade, utilizing laser-cut chipboard, PVA Glue, and various printed / non-printed paper,

Vellum slip cover, Card, and Cassette - Printed at Adler Hall, Savannah College of Art and Design

Photographic box lid - Printed at Fahm, Savannah College of Art and Design

Box production - Laser-cut at CLARKLAB,
Savannah College of Art and Design






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