This is the "The Best of" album by Blur. The Blur is an alternative rock band formed in England back in 1988. The image on the cover consists of the band members. It has a 90s theme to it, with the shades of yellow, blue, green and pink used. Also the type of drawing makes it seem old fashioned. The artist who created this cover is called Julian Opie ( he is famous for his portrait drawing where he draws the human feature in a more simple way and yet still capturing what identifies that person, here is his website http://www.julianopieshop.com/julianopie.php) his works usually goes on sale as soon as it has been made. It makes sense to use Julian Opie's artistic work for this special album as it covers "Blurs" best hits ever made, hence the album name "The Best Of". Also he may have chosen to use the four members because it's a reminder of what the band has achieved.
It is obvious now why they have chosen to use a shark and this type of art work. The work is more messy and violent like a "hardcore punk" band is. It is a dark and powerful image. The shark signifying power and hatred. The shark seems to be very big and eating a boat, this shows the violence. Also the album name "Belly of a Shark" relates clearly with what the shark is doing.
The illustrator or artist uses swirls and wiggles to mimic the ocean. Especially the colours used, the dark purple and blue with hints of light green and blue make you feel destructive.
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