Catch Me If I Fall
Translating the essence of TC Tenet’s alt-rock sound into a visual narrative presents an intriguing challenge. TC, hailing from London, infuses his music with a storytelling quality that demands more than mere representation—it calls for a visual dialogue. In “Catch Me If I Fall,” the lyrics paint a landscape of introspection and vulnerability, which the artwork seeks to mirror without falling into the trap of literal interpretation.
Using Unreal Engine as a canvas, the artwork harnesses the engine’s vast potential to construct an environment that’s both ethereal and grounded. The wheat fields and the standalone door aren’t just set pieces; they’re integral to a story of separation and connection, embodying the push and pull of the song’s emotional core. This approach ensures the visual not only complements TC’s music but also enhances the listener’s experience, adding a layer of depth to the already rich acoustic journey.
Concept Art
Imagine stepping into a world draped in the colors of a sunset. Warm, intimate, yet tinged with a trace of melancholy.
A world where Adam and Eve exist, not in a lush garden, but within a sea of golden wheat. A strange choice, one might think, but some relegious texts say wheat was the forbidden fruit that led them astray.
Here, the wheat isn’t just a back ground but a character,
creating a ring of isolation that both confines and comforts them.
Through this lens, the art breathes life into the song’s emotional depth,
capturing the essence of longing and vulnerability in the lyrics:
I am hanging on a dream / Will you take me as I am
It’s a visual poem that mirrors the song’s journey through hope, desire, and the fragility of trust.
Concept Art
In the center of this world, there’s an open door. A door that exists without walls. Surreal, isn’t it?
Much like the lyrics of the song: ‘I can’t tell, what I am supposed to do’. This door symbolizes their dilemma. It offers the possibility of intimacy, yet there’s a hesitation, an uncertainty, a fear of complete exposure, much like the words:
‘Both of us are gonna lose if I cannot trust in you.
Their gaze is locked, their bodies staring subtly towards the other, but there’s a tangible gap. They seem caught between the desire for connection and the dread of vulnerability, forming a delicate balance that echoes the song’s sentiment of hanging on a dream, a ‘promise not fulfilled, love’
Release Artwork
This piece of digital art then isn’t just an album cover but a visual harmony of the song’s emotional texture, the biblical narrative, and my personal interpretation of both.
It’s an exploration of themes like human hesitation, the fear of dependence, and the dance between connection & isolation. With the sunset’s palette as my brush, I’ve crafted an artwork that, I believe, strikes a chord, much like the song it is inspired by.
It’s a journey that starts with a familiar story, but hopefully takes you to a place you hadn’t imagined before.
Other Concept
This concept did not became the release cover but still has a special place in my heart. Here the moon with its intricate details and textures is given a sense of depth and authenticity. The clouds, on the other hand, are rendered in a dreamlike fashion, with smooth edges and soft colors that convey a sense of ethereal beauty.
The moon is the protagonist in this one. It is falling from the sky, but the clouds catch it before it falls and sinks into the endless ocean. It’s a metaphor for the uncertainty and vulnerability of the two people in the song, who are caught between their doubts and fears.
The client
TC Tenet
TC Tenet emerges from the London alt-rock scene as an artist, whose music, characterized by cinematic textures and contemplative lyrics, invites listeners on a profound auditory quest. TC’s craftsmanship echoes through his guitar, producing soundscapes that are as vast as they are intimate, reflecting a storyteller’s heart and a rock aficionado’s soul.