The document provides an analysis of the layout and design elements of magazine article spreads. It notes key visual elements like background images, photographs, logos and headlines that are used to identify the publication, portray the subject's personality and lifestyle, and draw the reader's attention. The text also uses design techniques like drop caps, columns and pull quotes to make the articles more visually interesting and readable.

1. ANALYSIS OF ARTICLES- DOUBLE PAGE SPREAD 1 NME Mise en scène created by graffiti wall background to set the scene and give it an urban theme. Main Image is of the magazine’s featured artist spray painting a wall to show his creative but rebellious personality. The NME logo in the bottom corner is there so that people will know what magazine it is no matter what page they are on. Byline to give credit to the writer and photographer who worked on the article. Main heading/headline is a variation of the phrase “rags to riches” but is altered to fit Dizzee’s interest in graffiti. 4 columns –notice text wraps around the image of the radio, this makes the image stand out and the text readable. Second image used is of a radio and some beer bottles. This reflects the lifestyle the readers of this magazine would like to lead. Copy (text) begins with A large letter Y using Drops Cap to make it look more professional and to draw the readers attention to that article.

2. Analysis of written article The article itself is basically about..... The style of the article is....... It is written in 4 short columns each of approx75-100 words The main heading/headline is quite dramatic......

3. ANALYSIS OF ARTICLES- DOUBLE PAGE SPREAD 2 Flasher to make the page look more hectic like more is going on, this gives extra info on the band The magazine’s title/logo is included in the corner so that people know what magazine it is on any page Byline to give credit to the writer and photographer who worked on the article The magazine’s website is included in bright colours so that people can visit their site. This is a form of self-advertising A quote from the band is included to make the reader feel like they are personal to the band Lets the reader know about the latest bands in the relevant genre of music, this makes them feel like they are up to date with the latest music. The background of a teenager’s bedroom is included to show the band’s rebellious attitude to life

4. Analysis of written article 2

5. Analysis of double page spread 3 The magazine’s logo is included in the bottom corner of each page to keep it consistent and flowing A controversial quote is included in large, bold letters to make the reader think The article is started with a very large letter to attract the reader’s attention and make them want to read it A picture of the featured artist is shown with messy hair and baggy clothes to represent their rebellious style A short subheading is included to introduce the article and tell people the magazine’s take on things