The Unsinkable is an abstract calendar depicting the sinking of the Titanic on April 15th, 1912. Nicknamed the “Queen of the Ocean,” it was believed that the Titanic was an unsinkable vessel that can conquer and traverse any ocean. Ironically, the Titanic sank after colliding with an iceberg and became recognized as the most devastating maritime disasters in history. This book illustrates the narrative of the Titanic within a calendar format with a focus on the shift in dominance between the ship and the ocean, as well as the chaos and destruction that ensued from the Titanic’s fateful crash. Additionally, the narrative had to be told solely through the use of typography, with minimal graphic elements or imagery.
Initial Concepts
Cover Design
While initially illustrated in an orderly and rigid fashion, the book quickly becomes frantic and disoriented. As one progresses through the calendar, the water level of the ocean rises, cluttering up the canvas and creating a sense of confinement. By cluttering the page with text, I was able to “figuratively” drown and overwhelm the readers with the chaos of everything going on around them.
Calendar Design
