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Hike Up Devil’s Mountain

June 16, 2013
Nathan
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hikeupdevilsmountain

Hike Up Devil’s Mountain

Self-sabotage in action: Start with a great image, then put it in the wrong aspect ratio and add a lackluster type treatment.

Should this cover be in the Lousies?
aspect ratio   font boredom
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