Masthead – (title of magazine) is situated in the top left corner, it is bold following codes and conventions. Being in the top left corner means when staggered on the shelf the masthead is clearly seen. The masthead is outlined making it dominate the top of the page and becomes memorable to the reader. Direct address – (the artist looks directly at the audience) The artist engages the audience by looking directly at them. This follows codes and conventions and so appeals to the reader. Skyline – (text at top of magazine) Advertises what the magazine is going to provide. It is below the masthead so the audience can see the name and then what it is to provide. Title – (related to the main image or main topic) The title advertises the main artist, attracting the artists fan base. The title is larger than the cover lines and names the artist in the main image, this follows codes and conventions. This will immediately catch the eye of the reader. The feature artist is young, which attracts my target audience of 16-18 year olds. Main image – (picture which dominates cover page) Is centred and dominates the page, following codes and conventions. The artist is showing direct address, engaging the reader. It is a mid shot and a prop is used in the form of a mic. The mic emphasises the fact that this is a musical genre. Barcode – (featured on magazine so it is available for purchase) This is located in the bottom right corner, following codes and conventions. Its location means it is out of the way and does not distract the reader from important features. Date – (shows how up to date the magazine is) The date is also in clear view so the reader can easily see if the magazine is recent. Strapline – (a subsidiary heading) follows codes and conventions as it is located at the bottom of the page. It gives an idea of what will feature inside. It gives an opportunity for readers to win prizes. If readers are interested, they will read on to find out more. Rule of thirds – (gives a guideline to where certain features should be placed) The rule is followed as the main image is placed in the centre with coverlines on both left and right. Also the masthead in the top left and barcode in bottom right also follows the rule. The audience focus on the important features because of where they are located. Target audience – The target audience are listeners of R&B. The target audience are young, which is shown in the choice of feature artist who are also young. Coverlines also relate to the genre, attracting an audience who like R&B. Genre – The magazine shows the genre of R&B. The main image and coverlines both relate to the genre. The colour scheme will include gold, a colour typically associated with R&B.
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Masthead – (title of magazine) is situated in the top left corner, it is bold following codes and conventions. Being in the top left corner means when staggered on the shelf the masthead is clearly seen. The masthead is outlined making it dominate the top of the page and becomes memorable to the reader.
Direct address – (the artist looks directly at the audience) The artist engages the audience by looking directly at them. This follows codes and conventions and so appeals to the reader.
Skyline – (text at top of magazine) Advertises what the magazine is going to provide. It is below the masthead so the audience can see the name and then what it is to provide.
Title – (related to the main image or main topic) The title advertises the main artist, attracting the artists fan base. The title is larger than the cover lines and names the artist in the main image, this follows codes and conventions. This will immediately catch the eye of the reader. The feature artist is young, which attracts my target audience of 16-18 year olds.
Main image – (picture which dominates cover page) Is centred and dominates the page, following codes and conventions. The artist is showing direct address, engaging the reader. It is a mid shot and a prop is used in the form of a mic. The mic emphasises the fact that this is a musical genre.
Barcode – (featured on magazine so it is available for purchase) This is located in the bottom right corner, following codes and conventions. Its location means it is out of the way and does not distract the reader from important features.
Date – (shows how up to date the magazine is) The date is also in clear view so the reader can easily see if the magazine is recent.
Strapline – (a subsidiary heading) follows codes and conventions as it is located at the bottom of the page. It gives an idea of what will feature inside. It gives an opportunity for readers to win prizes. If readers are interested, they will read on to find out more.
Rule of thirds – (gives a guideline to where certain features should be placed) The rule is followed as the main image is placed in the centre with coverlines on both left and right. Also the masthead in the top left and barcode in bottom right also follows the rule. The audience focus on the important features because of where they are located.
Target audience – The target audience are listeners of R&B. The target audience are young, which is shown in the choice of feature artist who are also young. Coverlines also relate to the genre, attracting an audience who like R&B.
Genre – The magazine shows the genre of R&B. The main image and coverlines both relate to the genre. The colour scheme will include gold, a colour typically associated with R&B.
Date – (shows how up to date the magazine is) Below main title. This follows codes and conventions as it allows the audience to see if the magazine is recent.Anchorage text – (text below an
image) Links to the main image. This follows codes and conventions as the anchorage text provides more information on the main image.
Page numbers – (numbers beside page titles) These are placed on both left and right. The title and page numbers are both the same font which follows codes and conventions and shows they’re both linked. The images also feature page numbers, so if the reader is interested in the image, they can turn to the page to find out more.
Font – (style of text) The masthead, title and sub-title are the largest and show dominance on the page. This follows codes and conventions as this is the most important text on the page.
Layout – (how features on the page are laid out) The rule of thirds is followed as coverlines feature on both right and left with images integrated. The images are accompanied by anchorage text, to give more information. The title is the largest font, also following codes and conventions.
Main image – (picture which dominates contents page) The image is in the right column making it one of the first things you see. It is clearly important and something the magazine wants the reader to take note of. The purpose of the image is to advertise a new album. The image is bordered which follows codes and conventions as this separates image and text. It is a long shot. The mise en scene gives a musical feel.
Articles – (piece of writing) The articles are all music based and some link with the front cover artist. The titles are short and snappy so the reader can quickly decide whether they want to read this page. They are all the same size, font and colour making the contents page look consistent and organised. This follows codes and conventions as it doesn’t make the page look random and difficult to read.
Main image – (picture which dominates page) This is of the artist on the cover so follows codes and conventions. It is a long shot of the artist in a recording studio. Props are used in the form of a mic and headphones, showing this is a music magazine.
Logo/date/page no – These will be placed in the corner of the page. This follows codes and conventions as it allows the reader to become familiar with the logo and magazine number. The use of the date also allows the reader to make sure they are reading the most recent issue.
Layout – (how features on the page are laid out) The interview is placed within three columns. This follows codes and conventions as this is a typical magazine feature. The main image dominates the left page. The title is the largest text with the sub-heading second. These introduce the reader to the page so are large to show their importance. A by-line is also present. This follows codes and conventions as the magazine tells the reader who created the page.
Colour scheme – (arrangement of colours on page) The house colour will be followed as the colours used will be the same colours used on the front cover. This makes the magazine familiar and sets its distinctive look. It also shows how the pages are all linked, following codes and conventions.Props – (portable object
used on page) These include a mic and headphones. These reinforce what the artist is famous for. They also show this is a music magazine.
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