What is a double page
spread?
A double page spread
consists of two pages
formed into one by
extending the images
and text across the
binding.
In this double spread two images have been made very prominent.These images are covering the negative space on
the page.They have also been cropped out and placed on a plain simple background which helps them stand out
more. Most of the attention has been drawn to these two anchoring images.
The anchoring images are images that are associated with the title. In this particular issue it is harry and Zayn. Here
the editor has added quotes by the two band members beneath their names in a large font to give the readers a clue
about what the article is about.Their names themselves create a hype as it attracts a particular target audience,
mainly teenage girls.
The quotes intrigue the audience creating an enigma code. They have been extracted from the text and written in
explanation marks.
The article has been divided into two parts each describing one band member.Two columns can be seen on the page,
the purpose of this is to make it easier for the reader to understand and read the text.
The font color mainly the headings change from blue to green as you
move on to the next page.These colors may give a hint regarding the
personality of the boys. Zayn being portrayed as shy and mellow. Even
his body language and arm gesture indicated that he is rather
introverted, whereas harry seems confident and expressive.
The boys have kept a
Direct mode of address
again to build a
connection with the
reader.This is an
important factor while
creating a magazine as it
leads to loyal readership.
This particular quote has
also been taken from the
passage.The purpose of
this is to keep the reader
interested in the article.
The arrow at the bottom gives an
insight into what content the reader
will come across as he or she moves
along with the magazine.
There are no titles on this particular double page spread however there are
quotes written n a large font right after the celebrities name.The white color
again stands out on the grey simple background making the quotes look
prominent and eye catching.
The text has been written in the an auto
biography genre, It has been divided into six
distinct paragraphs. Starting with the two
introductory paragraphs.The heading have been
enlarged and typed in a blue followed by text with
a smaller font.The particular headings given for
example “personality” is followed by relevant text
about of course his personality traits.The reader
or a fan in particular would be curious to read the
text just by looking its heading
The text has been written in the first person
narrative which gives a feeling that the celebrity
is actually speaking to you and is sharing his
personal experience.This again builds a strong
connection between the reader an the text.
The image: Ed sheeran is clearly the topic of
discussion in this particular article.
The background shows London as Ed is
originally from the EnglandThe following
quote suggests how the article may be
directed towards Eds recent success in the
music industry. He has become a British pop
star with his albums at number one on the top
charts.
The colors used in the text and
background reflect Eds styles of music
which is again very mellow. Red has been
used to highlight the word “GINGER”
which points at Eds physical traits ( having
ginger hair)
The text:A drop capitol has
been used at the start of the
paragraph again in red to break
the black and white monotony.
The text has further been
divided into two columns and
several paragraphs for easier
readability.
To keep the reader interested the Q
magazine editor has included a brief
information box stating the interesting
features about the artists new album.
The magazine logo and page number
Along with the issue date is stated at the bottom
of the page.
There is a separator between the
paragraphs, the. Purpose of this is to
divide the paragraphs and make
them easier to read.
Q magazine has kept its house style in
this particular issue. Usually an image is
placed on one side and a large letter, in
this case the “S” on the other.
Q magazine frequently uses a large letter
to demonstrate the beginning of a text.
There is also a quote from the Lana's
interviewer ,This a unique way of keeping
the reader interested in the text.
The text ( divided into 5 paragraphs) has
been written in a plain and simple serif
font with works well with the elegant
theme of the magazine.The name of the
featured artist has been clearly mentioned
on top of the magazine to make it easier
for the reader to identity the artist and
also locate the page .
The name of the magazine along with the
page number can be seen in the footer of
the page.
The image is a big close up of Lana, the dim
lighting gives it a mysteries look.The
camera technique being used shows blur
circles across the left side of her face
making her the main focus of the image.
Black could indicate mystery, rebellion etc.
The lighting of the image created a hint of
the color red on the right side of her face.
This color could denote several meanings
such as passion, energy etc. Her facial
expression clearly give a very sexual vibe.
This particular style would appeal to a male
audience. She has also adopted an indirect
mode of address which breaks the
conventions of models looking directly into
the camera to engage the audience.

Double page spread

  • 2.
    What is adouble page spread? A double page spread consists of two pages formed into one by extending the images and text across the binding.
  • 3.
    In this doublespread two images have been made very prominent.These images are covering the negative space on the page.They have also been cropped out and placed on a plain simple background which helps them stand out more. Most of the attention has been drawn to these two anchoring images. The anchoring images are images that are associated with the title. In this particular issue it is harry and Zayn. Here the editor has added quotes by the two band members beneath their names in a large font to give the readers a clue about what the article is about.Their names themselves create a hype as it attracts a particular target audience, mainly teenage girls. The quotes intrigue the audience creating an enigma code. They have been extracted from the text and written in explanation marks. The article has been divided into two parts each describing one band member.Two columns can be seen on the page, the purpose of this is to make it easier for the reader to understand and read the text. The font color mainly the headings change from blue to green as you move on to the next page.These colors may give a hint regarding the personality of the boys. Zayn being portrayed as shy and mellow. Even his body language and arm gesture indicated that he is rather introverted, whereas harry seems confident and expressive.
  • 4.
    The boys havekept a Direct mode of address again to build a connection with the reader.This is an important factor while creating a magazine as it leads to loyal readership. This particular quote has also been taken from the passage.The purpose of this is to keep the reader interested in the article. The arrow at the bottom gives an insight into what content the reader will come across as he or she moves along with the magazine. There are no titles on this particular double page spread however there are quotes written n a large font right after the celebrities name.The white color again stands out on the grey simple background making the quotes look prominent and eye catching.
  • 5.
    The text hasbeen written in the an auto biography genre, It has been divided into six distinct paragraphs. Starting with the two introductory paragraphs.The heading have been enlarged and typed in a blue followed by text with a smaller font.The particular headings given for example “personality” is followed by relevant text about of course his personality traits.The reader or a fan in particular would be curious to read the text just by looking its heading The text has been written in the first person narrative which gives a feeling that the celebrity is actually speaking to you and is sharing his personal experience.This again builds a strong connection between the reader an the text.
  • 6.
    The image: Edsheeran is clearly the topic of discussion in this particular article. The background shows London as Ed is originally from the EnglandThe following quote suggests how the article may be directed towards Eds recent success in the music industry. He has become a British pop star with his albums at number one on the top charts. The colors used in the text and background reflect Eds styles of music which is again very mellow. Red has been used to highlight the word “GINGER” which points at Eds physical traits ( having ginger hair) The text:A drop capitol has been used at the start of the paragraph again in red to break the black and white monotony. The text has further been divided into two columns and several paragraphs for easier readability.
  • 7.
    To keep thereader interested the Q magazine editor has included a brief information box stating the interesting features about the artists new album. The magazine logo and page number Along with the issue date is stated at the bottom of the page. There is a separator between the paragraphs, the. Purpose of this is to divide the paragraphs and make them easier to read.
  • 8.
    Q magazine haskept its house style in this particular issue. Usually an image is placed on one side and a large letter, in this case the “S” on the other. Q magazine frequently uses a large letter to demonstrate the beginning of a text. There is also a quote from the Lana's interviewer ,This a unique way of keeping the reader interested in the text. The text ( divided into 5 paragraphs) has been written in a plain and simple serif font with works well with the elegant theme of the magazine.The name of the featured artist has been clearly mentioned on top of the magazine to make it easier for the reader to identity the artist and also locate the page . The name of the magazine along with the page number can be seen in the footer of the page.
  • 9.
    The image isa big close up of Lana, the dim lighting gives it a mysteries look.The camera technique being used shows blur circles across the left side of her face making her the main focus of the image. Black could indicate mystery, rebellion etc. The lighting of the image created a hint of the color red on the right side of her face. This color could denote several meanings such as passion, energy etc. Her facial expression clearly give a very sexual vibe. This particular style would appeal to a male audience. She has also adopted an indirect mode of address which breaks the conventions of models looking directly into the camera to engage the audience.