Contents and Double Page Research

Research into contents and double page spreads used in published music magazines. I will look at the layout and colours of each image and comment on the effectiveness, and whether or not I think it would be suitable to use this information in my own work.

I really like the effect of colour and the simplistic value this contents page has. I would be really proud if I could create something like this, however it is professional and I will try to incorporate the simplicity into my own work,  with my own creativity.

This contents page is also simple and effective, I do not like the photograph used, I think it's too plain and uninteresting; however the overall layout of the page is good and I think it would be worthwhile for me to look into, with elements such as colour scheme.

This contents page has a torn up effect and the ripped edges is an idea I would really like to add to my own work. However, I am very aware of the ability and expertise needed to create work like this and I would try my best to incorporate this into my own work. The only negative about this contents is that the genre of music from 'Kerrang' is much more rock and indie based compared to my pop magazine.

This is probably my favourite contents page because the photography brings the page to life, provoking attention and the 'features' column does not just list pages, it highlights the important information throughout the magazine. This is something I would like my contents page to contain.

I like the colour scheme on this double page spread, all of the writing is clear and easy to read. I appreciate that this genre, again, is not the same as my magazine however I can learn ideas about colour matching and layout from these pages which I think would be very useful.

The idea of an image covering a page and a half of the double page spread is good, however I do not feel inspired at all by this double page spread. The colours are matching, but at the same time look dull and old fashioned. I would like my double page spread to have bold colours and quotes that catch the readers attention.

I enjoy the simplicity of this layout/design. The title being in a defined box sections the paragraph making it clearer and conveys the importance of the writing. I like the picture, however I still feel that this double page spread is very bland and maybe needs an added colour in my opinion.

MUSIC MAGAZINE COVER

Construction: Music Magazine Cover

I am roughly putting together my frontal magazine cover. I have two photographs which I would like to use, so I am going to place each one surrounded by the fonts and advertisements on the front page, and then ultimatley decide which one looks better.

First Photo:

In this printscreen it is clear to see that I have been manipulating the font title on the magazine cover. I decided that the font colour I have chosen did not match my two chosen photographs, so I have changed this to match the colours in the photograph.

Second Attempt:

In this print screen I have changed the font size, colour and tilt. I am unsure on the colour of the title, however I think for now this font is better than before.

Second Photograph:


I chose this photograph as the model is further away from the camera, and this gives more opportunity for there to be writing and advertisements around the image. The background is also brighter and more eye catching.

Additions to Front Page:

I have added the models name to the music cover, to draw in attention from the reader. I will continue to experiment with fonts and layout.

I have been developing my front page on 'InDesign' whilst referring back to my previous research of magazine covers. My frontal magazine cover is nearly done, I will show print screens of these developments.

                             

As you can see I have other text boxes containing my magazine name in different colours, this is because the font colour I first chose was red which did not match my magazine background. I have now chosen colours from the models outfit so that nothing clashes. I will go on to manipulate the layout of this page until I am happy with the outcome. I am aware that the cover is very girly and pink, however the target market for my magazine are young teenagers and girls are much mroe likely to buy pop music magazines compared to boys, as they contain gossip, life stories and some fashion.

More developments:

                       

After looking back at my first layout of the frontal magazine cover, I have decided to change the layout. This is the new design that I have been manipulating:

                                 

I decided to change the font and layout of the magazine cover as the newer layout is easier to work around and fits the specification of a music magazine more, in my opinion. 

This is my newest version of my front cover compared to my first attempt:

I will now carry on editing the cover by adding information about what the magazine contains around the edge of my image. I have added a coloured circle with information about a recent music artist inside. This is eye catching and contains a different font to those already on my front cover, the colours are also similar which conveys continuity.

This print screen portrays a zoomed in version of my frontal magazine cover, I have been adding information around the image. The information I have added is about summer festivals which relates to the music theme of my magazine. I have been deliberating which font I should use, however ultimately I have chosen one which suits my cover best. I have also added a quote from the model/artist to intrigue the reader

                                  

                          

I am satisfied with this product, I have asked for contructive criticism from my teacher and peers so I can make the cover as best as I could. After a few minor alterations of colours and spacing, I was able to create my final cover.