IT Draft (double page spread)

Basic layout of double page spread.

IT Draft (Contents)

Basic layout of the contents page.

IT Draft (Cover)

The basic layout for the frontcover

Hand Drawn Draft (Double Page Spread)

The double page spread, will feature and article on the artist (NEON), the artists name will be at the top of the page in the centre to help draw attention. The back ground will be white to help make it more eye-catching to the audience.

At the far left of the page, there will be the magazines logo (Heart Monitor effect) but also the words 'Xclusive Interview', this will bring more attention to the magazines article.

At the far right of the page will be a angled image of the artist to add extra effect and make the article more personal as there is more information for the reader.

The main image again will carry on the theme of female domination in the music industry. The image will be the female artist foot on the chest of the male model, whilst she is pulling his tie. This creates a good representation of female power and confidence. Where on the other hand male audience may find the image slightly sexual, because of the power of the female role. The words for the article will be fit into the blank section and will be arched across over and around the main image

Hand Drawn Draft (Contents)

For the contents, I will carry the aspect of energy and electricity through onto the contents page. However this time the style of electricity would make up the layout of the page. At the top of the contents, would be the magazine name mixed with the logo. On the right hand side would be the title 'This Week' this instantly allows the reader to know they are on the contents page.

The page is then split in five section; The first is far left and this is simply a rectangular box stretching from top to bottom of the page and will have a heart monitor effect in it. This has been place there to amplify the effect of the music genre, within the magazine.

The second and fourth sections will include images of the feature artist, and this will come under the section called 'The Buzz', this is the information section, giving previews of articles featured in the issue. However the word 'buzz' is again a play on the use of energy and electricity.

The third section will a letter from the editor of the magazine, this will explain the main article (the artist) but also mention other things within the magazine. The effect of having a letter from the editor within the magazine, gives a more personal feel to the reader, when they are reading the magazine.

The fifth and final section, is a basic set of listings within the magazine, these give the reference to the articles and corresponding pages. These are featured in every magazine. I also considered putting in a subscription box, this would show more detail towards the institution of the magazine.

Hand Drawn Draft (Front Cover)

I tired to make my front cover appealing, by making it seem like it was full of energy. I will do this with the use of the magazine name 'Pulse' begin made to look like a lighting flash, giving the representation of a fast, quick and alive genre of music. On the other hand the logo of the magazine (which will be throughout the magazine) is a simple coloured block with the effects of a heart monitor going through it. This represents the heart beat of the target audience, it shows that is their hearts are beating quite fast, again showing the speed of the music, however also showing their love for the music.

The main image will be on the left hand side of the page, however to add impact is may be changed to feature across the page. The image will show the male model looking away, contrasting to the female model looking directly at the camera. This again show her confidence, on the other hand with the male model looking away from the camera it also enhances the effect of dominance. Both models will be dress very formal and in the same colour, to show that they are connected but, disengaged at the same time (with the aspect of dominance).

The cover line are in the same text as the mast head, however will have slight differences to add an aspect of energy again to the magazine. On the other hand the main cover line, will be stretched across the page giving the impression it is the main focus of the magazine. I decided that background would be a dark colour, such as purple or blue, however it may not contrast well with the use of black on my models. On the other hand it may work better as my cover lines and main cover line (showing the new artist) will be bright vibrant colours. I will try to recreate the feel of a nightclub, with the use of colour on the front. I will do this with the use of a dark background and light colours. The price of my magazine is at the bottom along with date of issue.

Planning and Research (Magazine) part 4

When carrying out the research, I found most of the electro-artists who are big at the moment are women. Therefore I would feature a female model on the front of my magazine. However to make it more individual, I would also feature a male model. Further more the female would be in a dominant posture over the male. This would represent the dominance in the charts for females in the world of elecro-pop. Hence showing how they are the stronger artist (gender wise) in the the charts. I also decided that my model would be dressed to show confidence. The cover of my magazine would feature bright colours, to represent the electric feel of electro music, on the other hand the bright colours could represent the energy of the audience. The image of my magazine would have to be appealing to both woman with the factor of dominance, on the other hand this may also appeal to men. I decide my magazine would be called 'Pulse', again playing on the sense of electricity, but also using the sense of a heart beat as the music is fast and up-beat.

Planning and Research part 3 (Target Audience)

Once I had began to put my ideas together I had to look at my target audience with more detail. The genre of electro-pop seemed to reach out more to the younger generation rather then anybody else, this meant that my magazine would have to be create to appeal to a younger audience. Therefore one could feature things such as electro fashion or merchandise of artists (as shown above a 'La Roux' T-shirt) . On the other hand, I could feature things that would be able to sell the electro-pop life style to the target audience. On the other hand with the genre of electro-pop been mostly enjoyed by the younger section of society, such as students, this would mean the magazine price would have to be looked at carefully. If only a small amount of people enjoy the genre of music then to make a profit the magazines price would have to be higher then normal mainstream music magazines, however if the magazine is aimed at a younger audience, this maybe seen as negative as most of the young population is made up of students, therefore the price would have to be affordable to students who are at the far end of education or have just come out of education, i.e first job. This would mean they can afford the magazine but at the same time fall into the target audience, of a younger reader. Whilst at the same time applying and representing the same ideas and values of the audience back to themselves through the magazine.

Planning and Research part 2

Once I decided on a genre, I then had to research that genre. I decided to create a magazine for the music genre of electro-pop. Electro music is created using synthesisers, therefore I could look at the aspects of creation of the music for my cover, on the other hand the music mainly is quite fast paced, but also into the dance genre, so I could feature a cover full of energy and vibrant colours. When looking at the artist who fall into the electro-pop genre, they all seemed to have a quite similar style such as La Roux, Lady Gaga and Little boots (as pictured above). This style comes not only from the artists own personal image, but lifestyle and their sound. There fore I could use this aspect to create and outrageous artist with the same sort of image, however I could also add a slight twist to make it more individual. Furthermore adding a different aspect to the electro-pop genre I would be able to have a mixed target audience.

Planning and Research part 1

Whilst carrying out the magazine analysis , on the covers, contents and double page spread. I decided I would concentrate on one particular genre of music. I looked at the more popular genres of the mainstream music industry at the moment. I also looked at the more popular mainstream artists, such as Lady Gaga (featured above), Rhianna, and so on. Whilst carrying out my research on the artists, I then decided that I would focus on the genre of electro-pop, this type of music seemed to but up beat and fast paced, therefore my magazine would need to be bright and vibrant. The type of artists who are involved in this scene of the music industry seem to have an outrageous attitude and style to bring to the world of music, such as Lady Gaga. Furthermore my magazine would have to feature a represention which would stress the effect of a outrageous theme, this could be a wide range of topics, such as dominance to sexuality. Also my models would have to be made to seem, different and be able to stand out of the crowd whilst at the same time reaching the target audience. I also would have to create something which expressed the ideas and values of my target audience.

Double Page Spread Analysis 3

The Main image on the double page spread is a image of the Black Eyed Peas, however because the article is about Will.I.AM the rest of the group seem to fade into the background. Instantly the reader is then able to work out what the article maybe about. In this case it seems to be about the artist leaving the group. It may also suggest this as in the image he seems to be not only more dominate to the others but, he seems to be stood slightly further out, from the group

Furthermore the main title suggests the same thing; 'WILL HE, WON'T HE?', the image has been created to compliment the title and the overall article. Again the main focus is placed on Will.I.AM. If we look at the way in which the page is laid out the main image is on the left hand side of the page, however it seems to spread slightly on the right hand side of the page. The text on the other hand is more on the right hand side of the page, although there seems to be a main focus paragraph, this is the one with the black background, and the white text. This maybe due to the factor of the more important information is placed in the paragraph.

Double Page Spread Analysis 2

The main image of the double page spread is the artist Shakira. The image gives a representation of an independent woman, this is shown as she is a work and seems relaxed within the environment, therefore must be in charge and must feel confident. On the other hand there is a contrasting image of her naked, but covered by herself, therefore this shows how she can versatility change her image from business woman to performer instantly.

The headline 'Danger! Shakira At Work' also adds to image of an independent woman. On the other hand when we look at the text it seems to have a plain essence about it a making it seem normal for a woman, been independent. This would appeal to a female audience, however, Shakira has a sexual appeal for men, the fact she is independent would also add to this kind off appeal for men. The text has been put on a white background to make it stand out much more.

Double Page Spread Analysis 1

The double page spread, has all the basic , conventions of a magazine, it features a main head line which is eye catching whilst informant at the same time. It has been made to look as though each letter has been cut out of a news paper, also the way the font comes across seems to make it have a attitude type affect towards the audience. These factors combined make it eye catching but also give it attitude making it edgy.

The main image is of artist Lilly Allen. We get the image of her having positive attitude, this works well in sync with the text and helps to create a powerful perception of Lilly Allen, whilst at the same time helping to give her a positive image with the help of the article. If we look at the costume of the image, we see she is wear a read t-shirt, this may influence the reader to see her a having attitude in the same way the text and her posture do.

The use of a white background help to make the image stand out, and also have a good effect in making the main text stand out on the page. The layout of the article, is basic but affective, we know this as there is a main image on the right hand side of the page, bu the layout of the text and the main headline are also basically placed for the reader to understand the layout easily.

Contents Analysis 3 (NME Magazine)

The contents page features again the basics of a magazine contents has such as a mast head, again showing the logo of the magazine and the title "THIS WEEK". The colours are the magazines logo red, also there is black to give the magazine and eye-catching impact effect on the reader.

On the left hand side of the page there is a 'Band Index' this allow the reader to see the new and upcoming band in the next few issues. If we look at the colour surrounding the text, we can see that it is a vibrant red, this may suggest the 'freshness' and 'hotness' of the new bands. The colour also matches the logo, which may also signify the 'hotness' of the magazine. However it may also symbolise the power of the magazine.

The sub-titles for each section of the contents are in contrasting colours, black and white this in turn helps them stand out more to the reader. Like the rest of the text on the page. Under each sub-heading we can see that the different features of the magazine have been put in order of the types of things in each category.

The main image is a image of the featured artist in the magazine in this case its Oasis. The image shows two of the band members on their world tour, this makes the image more personal to the reader as they are interested in the tour and it becomes a way for them to see the tour. The title of the image '...Oasis kicked off their world tour' has been made to stand out and grab the readers attention, its in a bold, black font. This is then followed by smaller but still bold font giving the reader a little more information on the article. Above the main title there is silver italic font saying 'The moment that.....' again dragging the reader in, however this font seems a little more suttle as it is silver and smaller the the text below, this maybe because it is leading up to the main title. With the article we can see the magazines ideology, this is show via the genre of music the band fall into and the type of people who listen to this type of music.

Below the main text there is a advertisement for people to subscribe to the magazine, this is in a black box which again stands out loudly, with it being on a white background. This is also accomplished with the aid of yellow text and the image on the magazines.This also shows an example of the magazines intuitions as its advertising itself.

Contents Analysis 2 (Q Magazine)

The contents, again features all of the basic, such as a mast head of the magazine (Q magazine), This much like the splash, allows us to identify the intuition of the magazine. In this case Q magazine.

At the left hand-side of the magazine, there is a index of what the magazine contains. The colour are quite bold e.g, red black and white. The also are colours which quite commonly go together. The red heading stands out and gives the impression (much like the contents of NME) of been new and up to date, i.e been red hot information given straight to the readers. Below the index there is text box giving the reader information on a special feature within the magazine, the colours of black and silver give us the impression of the article been special and important. We also can see a date in the far right side of the magazine on the masthead.

The are two images on the contents page, the first of which is a image of the featured band in the magazine (The Courteeners). The image is placed directly in the centre of the magazine and shows all the band members is an dominant position as the camera is looking up at them. The text box in he lower left corner of the image, gives the reader more information on the band and shows us the page number of the article. Again the main colour if the text is black, which allows it to stand out to the reader. The second image is another artist, however instead of being a article its a small review at the bottom of the page. Here that artist is seen as laid back as he is using the pedestal to support himself, this also makes him seen more relaxed. The text is again black which works well with the grey colour of the text box.

At the far bottom of the left side of the page there is a small text box, showing the different aspects of how the reader can get in touch with the magazine, such as; e-mail, letter and subscription. This again shows the institution of the magazine. Within this section we also get a list of things which are always in the magazine such as crosswords and competitions.

Contents Analysis 1 (NME Magazine)

The contents is used to show the reader the contents of the magazine, things such as, interviews, reviews and articles. The listings in a contents are usually numbered. Or have headings such as the one pictured.

The contents features a mast head, allowing the reader to see what is in the issue if the magazine. The colours chosen are the magazines logo colour and also white which can be seen to stand out on a black background.

The main image is of the main article of the magazine, and has a large article title which stands out so the reader can go directly to it. The photo itself stands out from the rest of the page, one reason is because its one of the only photos on the page.

The subheadings for each topic also stand out as they are black boxes with white wording, on the other hand the layout of the boxes makes them stand out more as they are all in a vertical line down the right hand side of the page. The numbers of the pages are also quite bright meaning the stand out (as they are in a red font), at the bottom of the article there is a red arrow, this gives us the image of fresh new gigs and acts to be featured in the near future. Next to the arrow we also have a subscription alert, this is presented using the effect of bright colours on a dark background, again giving the impact of standing out. On the other hand the use of the magazine images in the section also help to draw attention to this section.

On the far left had of the contents there, is a list of band featured in the magazines, this allows the reader to instantly turn to the page with the band/artists of there choice, this would also feature more information of the band for the reader to look at. The band index stands out quite well, as it in red font. This symbolises the new type of acts that are featured within the magazine, it also shows the type of feel the audience has towards the band, an example of this might be the 'Hotness' of the band.