Okay.
So now that Cleaner Part Two has started, I need to start thinking about cover images, and I think you'll agree that a good picture of Melissa would be nice.
The problem is that I have searched round for ages already and can't find one that I like. I'm very picky you see and it needs to match the image I have for her as well as having an expression, clothing and background that match the story's themes.
So I thought it might be a good idea to throw a challenge out there to see if any of you guys can find a picture that I could use!
If anyone is up for that then I'd be really grateful and you'd get to be able to brag to all your friends about being the one who found the new cover picture.
What I'm Looking For
So images we currently have for Melissa are these:
So now that Cleaner Part Two has started, I need to start thinking about cover images, and I think you'll agree that a good picture of Melissa would be nice.
The problem is that I have searched round for ages already and can't find one that I like. I'm very picky you see and it needs to match the image I have for her as well as having an expression, clothing and background that match the story's themes.
So I thought it might be a good idea to throw a challenge out there to see if any of you guys can find a picture that I could use!
If anyone is up for that then I'd be really grateful and you'd get to be able to brag to all your friends about being the one who found the new cover picture.
What I'm Looking For
So images we currently have for Melissa are these:
We're looking for a photgraph of a woman who looks like that.
She could be dressed as a cleaner but doesn't need to be. Far more important is the expression on her face and the background.
My current thought is to have a similar look to the picture we have of Dahlia - that kind of pensive or forlorn look. Thoughtful. In two minds.
So have a go at finding one if it takes your fancy.
I'll need to veto a lot of the suggestions I get most likely (it has to match my mental image), so don't be put out if I do, but it'll sure be nice to find a picture for her to use as that second cover.
Thanks all!
Emma
Emma.
ReplyDeleteHow about Olive from "On the Buses",?
BillA.
Hmmm. No fringe and not quite right.
DeleteAlso I need an appropriate picture. That's the challenge!
Thanks though. :)
DeleteThat`s ok, I wasn't entirely serious.
DeleteThis is actually going to be tough.
Tell me about it.
DeleteHa ha ha! Olive from the Buses would be great ;-) - Mike W
DeleteWhat about this one, somebody named Lindy West:
ReplyDeletehttp://www.thestranger.com/binary/f1a6/1297466798-lindy-1.jpg
Hmmm. Thanks but...
DeleteShe doesn't quite do it for me, the hair's wrong and the picture/pose wouldn't make a good cover.
Keep trying if you dare! And thank you!
Google "hunny booboo's mom"
ReplyDeleteHmmm. No glasses, wrong hair, not a picture I can use and...
ReplyDelete... I can't use famous people.
It needs to be a stock footage photo really...
Thanks though.
I know I thought (key word) I was being funny. :(
DeleteWell you thought wrong boy!
DeleteEr...
Too much?
:)
DeleteA beautiful one... but she is blonde :( http://www.czarnobialy.pl/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/l_tache-domestique-enquete-insee-33-pour-cent-pib.jpg
ReplyDeleteI don't think I explained myself very well...
DeleteHere's one that might work, if you like her look she has a ton of pictures if you do an image search for Frivolous Mrs D
ReplyDeletehttp://media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/236x/2c/d1/c7/2cd1c78f52a838412ca56f1831e0e42e.jpg
I forgot to mention how uncanny her expression resembles your second picture and the background is a good reprensentation of her modest home.
DeleteToo fat in the body and not fat enough in the face. And all the pictures are snapshots.
DeleteThanks though.
It needs to be and arty shot, equivalent to the one of Dahlia.
Do you need to be able to purchase a license on it? Or can it literally be any photo?
ReplyDeleteMike W
It mainly needs to work. I would say I need to purchase a licence on it in case I get into trouble.
DeleteHow about this model.. I found her in a stock photo site :-)
ReplyDeletehttp://www.istockphoto.com/search/lightbox/3284741/#1c71d42a
MikeW
Hmm the problem is the pensive type shots are facial ones only...
DeleteAlso.. the nose...
DeleteHmm another try... you know the problem is the whole look.. glasses included... it may be simpler to photoshop some in afterwards :-)
DeleteDoes this character appeal? The face is better this time, just the hair may be too long..and is not sleek enough..
http://depositphotos.com/4012577/stock-photo-businesswoman.html?sst=240&sqc=257&sqm=17094&sq=2thguh
Mike W
Now we're getting somewhere. It's going to need to be a stock photo I think (which my latest covers have all been).
DeleteNeither of these women are quite right sadly but you're getting closer.
How about this one?
ReplyDeletehttp://www.google.de/imgres?imgurl=http%3A%2F%2Fweknowmemes.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2014%2F11%2Fcleaning-lady-halloween-costumes-2.jpg&imgrefurl=http%3A%2F%2Fweknowmemes.com%2F2014%2F11%2Fa-perfectly-executed-family-guy-cleaning-lady-consuela-halloween-costume%2F&h=640&w=480&tbnid=Wb2tRyUeQH-QmM%3A&zoom=1&docid=Hwk_6WlaenAyyM&hl=de&ei=kZ53VLrXGsnGPa3CgbAF&tbm=isch&iact=rc&uact=3&dur=416&page=12&start=376&ndsp=24&ved=0CKYCEK0DMGA4rAI
Not bad. Someone else said her. Wrong hair though. :(
DeleteDear Ms. Finn,
ReplyDeleteI bought a couple of dasy ago the first volume of "Cleaner" (as pdf file). It is certainly one of the most compelling novels in this segment. The first paret, exploring the psychological motivation of the swap was excellent. I am eagerly looking forward for the next two volumes. Please do not let us wait too long!
You do have a great fan in Germany.
Richerd Borden / Marl, Germany
borden@t-online.de
Thanks Richerd! That's lovely to hear!
DeleteThe right Melissa is proving to be very elusive - Mike W
ReplyDeleteTell me about it. I might revert to my other idea of having another Dahlia pic. I have a good one of her in an exotic location.
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