Recently I was asked to analyse key conventions on a magazine (analysising the front page, contents page and double page spread) that had the same age group for their target audience as I have for my future magazine. In this task I created a powerpoint with an analysis of a contents page of a magazine called Hip-Hop.
From analysising this magazine I have decided I would use more writing and less text so that the reader does not loose focus due to alot of text; also the convention of having big page numbers and bold sub-headings for the straplines. I have attached a link of this below of my analysis of my contents page
http://www.slideshare.net/TaarSA/contents-page-analysis-7086773
Image of my double page spread analysis
Hey hey :)
Apologises for not posting for a while... In class we have been analysing the conventions of magazine front covers and double page spreads; studying the different techniques used by the editors- presentational and linguistic.
From studying front covers the key things to make sure your cover has are:
- The logo/masthead must stand out so in a store it would be bold and visible. It also must be original and maybe put on a colourful background - dependent on your magazine.
-Spacing on cover: it is best to have less spacing HOWEVER, make sure the magazine is not busy or cluttered this could make the magazine look unattractive - but avoid leaving big blank spaces.
- Lettering: The most attractive magazines do not have too many fonts - having too many can lead to magazine looking busy. It is ideal to have one each for: headings, logo and bulk text.
I will ensure I consider these points when designing my magazine so that my magazine will appeal to the audience.
