Textual analysis (student work)

1. Looking at an existing student project

2. Front page Double page spread Contents page

3. Front page
The front cover is bold and gives a very
clear indication about what the magazine
has to offer.
It has a strong headline indicating ‘Top 10
Songs’ to listen to this week, alongside
‘Summer Festival’ information. Both of
these would appeal to a wide audience
and definitely give a reason to buy.
There is also the offer of an ‘Inside
Exclusive’ stating a new upcoming Artist.
This gives a sense of something exciting
and new to read about, and the large
image of the band supports this.

4. Front page
There is also the offer of competitions to win free VIP tickets,
and a photo shoot with an Artist. Both of these would appeal
to the target audience.
The font style used on the title is one I would like to take
forward into my magazine as it is strong and impactful. The
distressed look of the font adds to the alternative style of the
magazine.
I would not have chosen the secondary font as it has a
softer look than the main title taking away the edgy image
that the title suggests.
However there is consistency between colours which will
make sure to include on my front page.

5. Double page spread
The top half of the page feels as though it
has a sense of order though colour
consistency and a hierarchy of text.
However I feel as though the bottom half of
the page looks a little disorganised and I do
not know where to look first.
The bottom half could have benefitted from
larger headings to separate off the body
copy.

6. Contents page
Within the page there is a large paragraph of text explaining a
competition in more detail which is highlighted in block colour
to make it more of a noticeable feature.
For me this is the strongest page. It carries the title font inside
which give consistency strength and style.
The hierarchy of text makes it easy to follow and the
messages are easily communicated.
The photo used is well placed within the page. It is on a white
background to ensure it does not interfere with anything.