This comic book cover was created for a suspenseful coming-of-age story set in Northern Minnesota during deer season in the fall of 1965. The plot centers on Jolina, a teenage hunter who sets out to find her father’s abandoned hunting camp, only to become lost in the remote woods. Her father, Sven—once the most respected hunter in the county—is forced to confront his past and return to the place he’s avoided for years after a terrifying encounter with a creature believed to be Bigfoot. The story blends mid-century nostalgia with supernatural mystery, exploring fractured family bonds and fear of the unknown.
To visually reflect the story’s tone, the cover draws on vintage 1960s comic and hunting magazine styles, with muted autumnal colors and period-specific typography. The title, Big Buck Island, subtly fades into the illustrated sunset—a deliberate choice that adds an air of mystery and foreboding, echoing the hidden truths waiting to be uncovered. This design detail reinforces the story’s eerie atmosphere and the emotional weight behind the characters’ journey. The final composition sets the stage for a haunting tale that feels both timeless and regionally grounded.