“The Sun” Haiku Booklet
I developed a visual reinterpretation of the haiku “The Sun” by Carl Setzer, using visual and typographic storytelling inspired by the structure of a traditional three-line Japanese haiku.
Design Goals
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Capture the Tone
Capture the quiet, fleeting feeling of the haiku through a minimal visual atmosphere that speaks for itself.
Maintain Haiku Structure
Use layout and pacing to mirror the rhythm and simplicity of a traditional three-line haiku.
Consistency & Asymmetry
Create a cohesive visual language through restrained typography, and intentional use of negative space.
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Sketches
In response to my haiku, I posed the question: How can I convey its essence without directly revealing its meaning? This became the foundation for my design process.
