The Catcher in the Rye

For this project, I was assigned to modernize The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger. Instead of focusing only on a book cover, I expanded the concept into a small visual collection, including T-shirts, posters, bookmarks, and other promotional pieces. I leaned into the novel’s gritty, rebellious tone and explored grungy, edgy themes that reflect Holden Caulfield’s perspective.

Using key quotes and symbolic elements from the story, I incorporated visual references throughout each design to capture the book’s mood and deeper meaning. My goal was to translate its iconic voice into a contemporary graphic style that feels bold, expressive, and true to the narrative.