Inspired by the German Sci-Fi Thriller on Netflix DARK, 0627220 is an EP by Quantity of Dimension One, a musical artist in the progressive / experimental / instrumental metal genre. The series is complex, layered with themes and symbolism, full of striking imagery, and thick with atmosphere. The goal for the artwork was to evoke a similar sense of ominous mystery and visual familiarity with the series without any overt references; if you know, you know.
Imagery for the series makes extensive use of kaleidoscopic, mirrored visuals to great effect. The intro above is remarkably evocative, projecting a darkly dramatic, disorientating atmosphere. The mirrored visual motif also acts as a thematic reference to the narrative and world of the series. This motif is used in the EP artwork as a visual nod to the series and a callback for viewers of the show.
The color palette of the series is varied with dark, muted tones. Some color tones are significant for certain locations and places in the story, and there is selective use of bold color to signify important elements, such as the protagonist's yellow jacket, a key visual device in the series. The typeface was derived from the series one sheets.
Numerous stock images were evaluated for the EP album cover and channel art for digital streaming platforms. Images were assessed based on visual compatibility with the style of the series. The image chosen fit all conceptual criteria, referencing an important location and timeframe of the series, with a similar style and atmosphere.
The EP cover art joins major elements of the visual design of the series: the mirror-image motif, specific color cues and dramatic atmosphere. The title is a reference to an important date in the series, combining the mirror-image motif a yellow color cue, which is a symbolic reference to major elements of the series (some of which can be spotted in the preceding inspiration images). The background image is a reference to a major location in the series, known to those familiar the series. The artist wordmark is centered and a previously utilized logo treatment for the QODO logotype is applied for design continuity, both emphasizing compositional symmetry.
The channel art is and extended version of the album cover with the QODO logo in the background. Created for use on streaming platforms and as a wallpaper.