3. Evaluation Of Cover Photo 1
My intentions when taking this medium long shot photograph was to be able to get the full body shot of
the model in frame as I wanted to mimic, through the models pose and outfit ,the stylistics of other
inspirational magazine spreads such as Look magazine, Teen Vogue and Elle as this pose is a
conventional full body shot used in most fashion magazines. My final image fulfils all my intentions for
an effective cover image as all features conform to the conventional stylistics of a fashion magazine
cover as the models outfit against the white juxtaposing background helps define the model and her
clothing as the main focal image combined with the central reservation using rule of thirds to signify
the models importance on the page.
The image I feel is appropriate for a teenage lifestyle magazine as it is bold in its simplicity and the use
of block colours I feel is received well by my target audience as it signifies the viewer not needing too
many expensive patterns or fabrics to make an impression.
The Meaning created through this image I wanted to convey as a simple fashion statement can be
effective as the model does not wear a bright or expensive looking outfit to make an impression, the
block colours also help draw attention to the model as the showcase element of the clothes
highlighting a key meaning I wanted to create being that it should be the wearer of the clothes that
should stand out, to wear the clothes and not let the clothes take any attention from you.
5. Completed Magazine Front Cover 1 Evaluation
Throughout the process of creating this front cover I feel the combination of image and text
complemented each other well as through the use of block colours on the outfit of the model as well in
the text coincided with the stylistics and themes established. The use of a pink, grey and black colour
scheme I utilized to signify my target consumer to be a female audience and appeal to my target
audience as the stereotypical inclusion of pink as a feminine symbol I feel worked to my advantage as
it is used on other fashion magazines such as Elle or Teen Vogue to appeal to their female target
audience.
The meaning created through the use of colour font and text is promoting high street shopping and
affordable fashion as this appeals to my target consumer being a younger teen audience which will
have a low spending profile and little spare income.
I feel this cover has fulfilled all my intentions I wanted to create for my fashion magazine as it is simple
yet effective, bold but not over the top, and gives an impression through colour symbolism and easy to
read text with a retro font incorporated to convey a classic theme.
7. Evaluation of Front Cover 2
my intention when taking this image was to establish a powerful direct mode of address which
automatically connects with my target audience. The central positioning of the model also helps define
him as the main focal point and his pose with his hands directing attention to his facial expression
almost frames his face as being the main focal image on the page.
When fulfilling my intentions for this cover image the photos use of conventional magazine stylistics
such as direct address and central positioning as well as a bold outfit choice and conventional pose
was a prime candidate for my front cover image.
The image I believe this image is appropriate for a teenage lifestyle magazine as its featured star is of
the same age as my selected target consumers being a teenage audience.
The meaning created in this image is through the use of black and white costume not taking any
attention away from the star conveying to the audience he is the most important focal point on the
page.
9. Completed Magazine Front Cover 2
Evaluation
The combination of image and text works well within this cover as the use of black and white to fit with this issues
classic black and white film theme works well to suit the stylistics and genre of my magazine.
The image is meant to coincide with my magazines main cover line for the film “Gun Smoke” which is signified to be a
classic 20’s gangster action film as the special effects of the bullet hole through the font combined with the retro fonts
and black and white high key lighting could convey and the mise en scene dress of the actor in black and white smart
attire fits with the overall black and white theme.
This image is appropriate for my target audience as it appeals to classic film fans of the magazine through the use of
lighting, retro font and classic model pose and central positioning being a conventional layout of a traditional magazine.
This magazine fulfils my intentions for the layout and overall presentation of the cover as the retro syle is a prominent
focal point, the actor uses direct address to engage with the audience and the masthead and most important
information has been made bold and bright, conveying information effectively.
11. Evaluation of Front Cover 3
My intention when taking this photograph was to capture the conventions of my
genre of gossip magazine signifying kept secrets and suspicion. I feel this
image achieve what I intended through the use of pose, having the model with
her hand covering her mouth suggesting she has told a secret which will draw
in my audience attention through the advertising use of hollywood secrets and
scandals. The use of a blue background also highlights the form of the model
as the juxtaposing dark colour of her outfit against the blue conveys her to be
the main focal point of the image.
The image I feel is appropriate for my target audience as it uses traditional
gossip magazine conventions to appeal to my consumers expectations of this
genre through the use of pose, direct address and vivid colour to capture my
audience attention.
13. Evaluation Of Completed Front Cover
When creating this front cover I felt the combination of images to text worked extremely well im conveying
valuable information and drawing in my target audience as I have used a selection of Buzz words such as
“ Exclusive” and “The Breakup!” to inspire interest and advertise key featurettes in my article. The use of
an incentive within my puff and “ Win!” also creates a second medium of advertisement as the competition
provides an extra element of interest for my audience. The images included of my two main models Harry
and Maddy uses Direct address to connect with viewers and draw attention to all parts of the page.
The meaning created through the use of images and text is the meaning of openness within society. The
cover lines describing the relevance of the photo conveys individuals stories and provides a sense of
realism making it appropriate for my target audience as they as normal people can identify with the
featured stars life problems therefore making them want to read more.
This final cover fulfils all my desired intentions as it conveys information and stars point of views
effectively and unbiasedly. The cover also relates to my target audience well and I feel will be received
well by fans of this particular genre of magazine.
15. Evaluation of Front Cover 4
When creating this cover my main intentions when taking the primary photograph was to have both the
artist and his instrument included with equal focal importance to clearly signify the music genre of my
magazine cover. I included a plan in bricked background to connote the grunge themes included in my
magazine stylistics and take no attention away from my main focal image being the artist and his guitar. I
also used the models direct mode of address to capture the attention of my target audience.
I feel my final selected image fulfils all my expectations as it is simple yet effective in conveying
information about the artist, and the high angle gives the audience a certain amount of power when
receiving the image and the artist.
I believe the image is suitable for a teenage lifestyle magazine as it focuses on a relatable teen artist and
the simplicity of the image with the artist dressed in his everyday clothes with only his guitar as a mise en
scene prop provides a relatable character which will appeal to my target audience lifestyle and normality,
the image signifying the music industry at its most raw and basic.
17. Evaluation of Completed Front Cover 4
When crafting this front cover in photoshop I combined the rough and gritty stylistics of the text with
equally relatable photos to create an overall theme of grunge and rock as my main inspiration for the
design of this magazine is such music magazines as Kerrang and GQ.
The meaning created through the font style and rough textures conveys the stereotypical rock
conventions of disorder, anarchy and grunge music as the magazines rough design does not conform
to any other music magazines neat and uniform layout which could be seen as defying against
industry house styles established for magazines.
I feel the look and tone of my magazine is appropriate for my chosen teen target audience as it
reaches them on a more realistic level as the shot mise en scene is not the expensive product of the
music industry conventional style and the artist is also relatable, seen as normal due to his dress and
plan mise en scene.
This final cover image fulfils all my intentions for a music magazine as it conveys themes and
personality aspects of the model well and related to my target audience through an undertone of
realism.
