The document analyzes the layout and design of magazine double page spreads. It discusses various design elements used across multiple spreads, including large dominant images, pull quotes, column layouts, and bold typography to grab readers' attention. Color, font, and image choices are described as being effective at guiding readers through the content in a clear and engaging manner.

1. The layout of this double page spread by
Rocksound magazine is laid out so that the main
image of the band that the article is about is
covering most of the page. The band covers the
entire right page and spreads across some of
the left hand side. The article text wraps around
the shape of the image, making the text look
good and fit well on the page.
DOUBLE PAGE ANALYSIS
The shot has been framed in a mid-shot by
using a high angle camera shot, as the band
members are looking up at the camera. They
are looking into the camera, which creates a
connection between them and the audience.
The language used in this double page spread is
down to earth and ‘common’. There is a use of
swear and slang words used by the band making
them seem more down to earth.
The typography used is simple and bold, making
it clear and easy to read. The heading of the
band’s name stands out from the rest of the text
as it is a different and brighter colour from the
rest and a different font style.
A pull quote is used within the main
body of the article and uses a bigger
font size in bold so that it stands out
clearly to the audience, grabbing
their attention to try and convince
and interest them in reading the
article.
A slogan is used underneath the
band’s name, which aims to
interest the reader and convince
them on how good the band are
which may encourage them to
read the double page spread
article.
The article in this double page
spread is short and kept in one
column. This may also lead to the
audience wanting to read it more
as it is kept short convincing
them that it is quick to read and
that it informs them of the main
point of the article.
An introduction paragraph is used at the top left of the page and
is made bold and with a highlighted background; this stands out
clearly to the reader and is presented in a creative way to
introduce the audience in whilst making the appearance of it
interesting.
Drop cap is also used for the first letter of the article making it
bold and stand out to the audience.

2. DOUBLE PAGE ANALYSIS
Drop cap is used at the start of this
Kerrang! Magazine double page
spread, introducing and starting the
article in a creative way and making
it bold and stand out well to the
audience.
On the right hand side, a different
section, which still relates to the
band the article is about, is found
which includes reviews on the bands
new songs. This is interesting for the
audience as it involves a lot of
information provided on one page,
without making it too cramped and
with too much happening. It remains
laid out well and creatively.
This article is about a band and their
progress and news on their work and
music making within the studio. They
talk about the making of their new
album and what to expect. The
images used on the double page
spread link well with the information
in the article as it shows each of the
band members whilst in the studio
recording music. The main photo
which covers the whole of the left
page shows that and represents that
the band member is the lead band
member as he is the main focus. His
face is hidden by his hair which gets
the audience to focus on the fact
that he is holding onto a
microphone, representing to the
audience straight away what his
position and role in the band is.
The layout of the double page spread is effective and clear for the
audience to interpret. The article has been centred in the middle of the
right side page; it is in two columns suggesting to the audience that it is
short and informative. Smaller pictures are used at the bottom of the
page and layering on top of the main image which are anchorage to the
article.
A pull quote is used as the header of
the double page spread; this is
effective as it is most likely the first
thing the audience will read and
attracts their attention straight away
getting to the main point and focus
on the band.
An introduction sentence is used
underneath the pull quote giving the
reader a quick idea of what the rest
of the article is about whilst
convincing them to read it.

3. DOUBLE PAGE ANALYSIS
The header of this magazine is
really bold and stands out clearly,
catching the audience’s attention
straight away. The word ‘now’ is
strong and demanding,
suggesting the importance of the
article and encouraging the
audience to read it.
Strong colours are used in this
double page spread; the use of
the colours grey, black, yellow
and white is successful as they all
contrast well against one
another, making the page stand
out well. The white text of the
main body stands out clear on
the grey background, making it
clear and easy for the audience
to read. The use of yellow for the
header is also effective, as it is
the brightest and colourful
colour used which attracts the
audience’s attention.
The name of the band is used in a
banner at the top left of the left
side page; this informs the
reader clearly on what band the
article is about.
A pull quote from the band is
used further down under the
main image on the left page,
showing the audience a key and
informative quote from the band
that may interest them in
reading the rest of the article. It
includes the name of another
band which may encourage
people who aren’t fans of the
band to take an interest in them.The main image is of the band and it covers the whole of the left hand side of the
double page spread. They are represented in a casual way, in a group showing all of
the band members. The lead member is focused at the front of the group, focusing
on all of his features and with his tattoo facing nearest to the camera as it is a key
feature of a rock/punk style. He is also shown with the most dramatic and bold facial
expression from the rest of the band which also focuses most of the attention on
him.
An introduction paragraph is
used at the start of the article
with the most important words
highlighted in yellow.

4. DOUBLE PAGE ANALYSIS
The header of this Kerrang!
Double page spread is also a pull
quote from the band. This is
effective as it informs the reader
straight away about the band.
The quote is a key piece of
information from the band that
has been pulled out as it is
something that will interest the
reader without giving too much
away… this makes them want to
read on more within the article.
The main image covers the whole
double page spread, being used
as the background. The band
members are focused mainly on
the right side but it spread a little
onto the left side too. They are
looking straight at the camera,
creating a connection between
them and the audience. They are
posing in a natural way
suggesting to the reader they are
down to earth.
A banner is used at the top of the
left page, which informs the
reader that the double page
spread is of a news article. The
text ‘news’ is in bold, which
makes it clear and simple for the
audience to see.
The layout of this double page
spread is simple and clear and
easy to read. The main body is
placed at the bottom of the right
side page and is placed into three
columns which is a typical
convention of a magazine double
page spread.
An introduction sentence is used
underneath the pull quote,
introducing the audience as to
what the rest of the article is
about without giving too much
away. A drop cap is used at the
start of the article to introduce
the reader in a bold and creative
way.
Simple colours are used within the double page spread; black, white and red are
the only colours used, apart from the ones in the image. They are strong and bold
colours that stand out clearly to the audience allowing them to easily read the
text. These colours also contrast well with the background image.