Truong’s artistic journey mirrors Rilke’s counsel: his passion for art has become a pathway to self‑discovery and identity, nurtured through deliberate solitude and inner reflection. For this book, Truong constructs every image from his own self‑portrait photography, translating the shots into high‑contrast black‑and‑white halftones. He layers these visuals within a strict grid, using composition to alternate between bold, forceful spreads and quiet, contemplative pauses. Assertive typography anchors the layout, giving the overall design a rhythm that shifts from powerful to restrained while staying firmly rooted in a monochrome palette.
Letters to a Young Poet
A book design exploring self-discovery and growth through Rilke’s letters
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"Letters to a Young Poet" is a collection of ten letters written by the poet Rainer Maria Rilke to Franz Xaver Kappus, a young aspiring poet.
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