Double Page Spread Analysis

1. Size of images – The size of the images on the double page spread
contents page depend on the size of the stories. For example if there is a really
big article on Adele, she would most likely be the biggest picture on the page
with the biggest page number as well.
Inserts – The inserts always have to be either facts or competitions etc. They
also always have to be relevant to the article
Bleeding – Some of the images bleed onto each page. This creates an affect
that makes 2 pages look like 1. This affect can also be created on stand firsts or
headlines.
Bold text and fonts – Lots of bold text and fonts are used on this double
page contents. This is so that everything stands out. It also means that
everything is important.
Captions – Lots of captions appear on the images to give the reader
information

2. Colour scheme – The colour scheme on most double page spreads is
usually no more than 3-4 colours. The reason for this is that it keeps it nice and
simple and in some ways recognisable. In this case it is whites, blacks, greys and
pinks.
Main image – The main image is usually on a page on its own so that it
stands out more than the text. The main image in a music magazine is usually
someone with and instrument or someone just standing still. They are looking
straight down the camera to create a personal relationship with the audience.
Body – The body is where all of the text is and it is called that as it is the main
part. The body is usually written in columns so that it looks good and looks
organised. Also it makes it easier to read and makes it seem shorter so that the
audience will be persuaded to read more of it.
Background – The background on double page spreads is usually bold and
not very complicated so all the focus is back on the main image.