3. The picture in my magazine and the Select magazine are similar as they both feature a union
jack flag however, in my magazine the model has the flag draped over them and in Select it is
behind him. The union jack suggests patriotisms which both images posses however, the flag is
behind Anderson in select which highlights his importance whereas my model looks more
proud, with connotations of a victorious athlete in the Olympics. In both images the flag is
obscured which suggests that there is confidence that people will know what it is, this furthers
the patriotism as it suggests that everyone will recognise the flag as its so well known and
important. It also highlights the target audience of British citizens and creates a sense of
community through common knowledge and pride. Both models are young males and the shot
is a mid-close up, showing their waist up. The gender of the models may suggest that the target
audience is predominantly male however girls would enjoy reading it too. Their age also
suggests that it’s aimed at people aged 14-20.
Both people are presented very differently. In my magazine, the model is wearing smart clothes;
his body language suggests that he is non-threatening and thoughtful as his head is tilted to one
side. Whereas in select, Anderson is wearing dark clothes and a leather jacket, he is also
showing his stomach which suggests he is confident and rebellious. The shot has been taken
from a low angle and he’s looking down which makes him seem powerful and threatening. His
pose shows confidence and is perhaps an odd posture for a man as it’s quite feminine and
sexualised. Neither people are really smiling which suggests they are serious. Both of the
characters have dark hair, however my model’s is lighter and his skin tone is darker whereas
Select features cool colours with black hair and pale skin.
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