Lauren Barrett is developing ideas for a new music magazine. She presented 3 initial ideas to display the potential design and content in a professional format. This presentation will help her get feedback to further develop her ideas. Her peers provided the most positive feedback for her first idea of an indie/indie-rock magazine, praising the color scheme and festival vibe. Based on the feedback, Lauren will combine elements of her first two ideas and make adjustments to the target age range and design inspiration to create an ideal magazine for her genre and audience.
Lauren Barrett presented 3 initial ideas for a new music magazine. The purpose was to get feedback to help develop the ideas further. Ideas included an indie/indie-rock magazine, a live music magazine focused on concerts, and a mixed genre magazine about new music. Peers provided feedback, praising features of each but noting some ideas could be repetitive or appeal to too broad an audience. Based on the feedback, Lauren decided to combine elements of the first two ideas and focus on an indie/indie-rock magazine, seeing the most opportunity in the market.
Lauren Barrett is developing initial ideas for a new music magazine. She will present three ideas covering the genre, target audience, color scheme, layout, and featured content. The presentation aims to get feedback to help her further develop the ideas and choose a final design that appeals to the target readership. The first idea focuses on indie/indie-rock music for ages 16-40, using vintage colors and festival imagery. The second centers on live indie/rock music for ages 16-30, with a scrapbook style and concert photography. The third covers new popular music for ages 14-30, employing bright colors and spotlighting awards, festivals, and up-and-coming artists.
The document provides details on planning an indie music magazine, including:
1) The magazine will have a comical style with a red, white, light blue, and black color scheme. The target audience is 16-25 year old males.
2) The cover image will feature a boy band. Interior images will include bands in natural settings.
3) Content will focus on indie music news and reviews, appealing to fans through an informal tone. Consistent branding aims to build audience familiarity.
The document provides details on planning an indie music magazine targeted at 16-25 year old males. It discusses setting the price at £2.50-£3.50 for 100 pages to be affordable for the target audience. The magazine will have a comical style with red, white, light blue and black colors. Content will focus on indie/rock music genres and include pictures of boy bands playing instruments. The cover will feature a large picture of a boy band and list content. Interior pages will follow the color scheme with titles, images and content bullets.
Question 5: How did you attract/address your audience?EmmaBuckleyASMedia
The document provides initial ideas and decisions for attracting and addressing the target audience of a music magazine. It discusses using competitions and giveaways to incentivize buying the magazine. Photoshoot styles, clothing, and settings are selected to represent music genres and styles appealing to younger audiences. Language features like questions, lists, and quotations aim to engage readers and focus on music facts. Feedback confirms the magazine design is attractive and easy to navigate while also suggesting the magazine could be made to appeal to a more specific music genre.
The document analyzes and summarizes the key elements of magazine front covers and double page spreads across different genres including Harper's Bazaar, NME, PC Gamer. For the Harper's Bazaar front cover, it identifies the masthead, cover lines, celebrity endorsement and typography. The double page spread breakdown examines elements like the masthead, stand first, typography and conventions. Website summaries analyze color themes, images, mastheads and cover lines. Other magazines are similarly broken down focusing on mastheads, cover lines, images and conventions to understand the essential information presented.
The document provides a detailed analysis of the design elements of the magazine NME, including its cover, masthead, images, and layout. It analyzes how these visual components target their intended audience and convey the magazine's brand. The consistent use of red, black, and white along with a serif font give the magazine uniformity and establish it as a reputable publication for its target demographic of music enthusiasts ages 24-34.
This document summarizes research on fanzine styles and techniques. It analyzes 6 fanzines, finding that most have indie styles with limited color palettes. Hand-drawn original artwork is common. Fanzines are typically 8-32 pages long and made digitally, with a mix of images and written content. Common writing styles include columns and minimal paragraphs. Images usually take up whole pages and relate to nearby articles. Text styles are generally consistent within fanzines.
Lauren Barrett presented 3 initial ideas for a new music magazine. The purpose was to get feedback to help develop the ideas further. Ideas included an indie/indie-rock magazine, a live music magazine focused on concerts, and a mixed genre magazine about new music. Peers provided feedback, praising features of each but noting some ideas could be repetitive or appeal to too broad an audience. Based on the feedback, Lauren decided to combine elements of the first two ideas and focus on an indie/indie-rock magazine, seeing the most opportunity in the market.
Lauren Barrett is developing initial ideas for a new music magazine. She will present three ideas covering the genre, target audience, color scheme, layout, and featured content. The presentation aims to get feedback to help her further develop the ideas and choose a final design that appeals to the target readership. The first idea focuses on indie/indie-rock music for ages 16-40, using vintage colors and festival imagery. The second centers on live indie/rock music for ages 16-30, with a scrapbook style and concert photography. The third covers new popular music for ages 14-30, employing bright colors and spotlighting awards, festivals, and up-and-coming artists.
The document provides details on planning an indie music magazine, including:
1) The magazine will have a comical style with a red, white, light blue, and black color scheme. The target audience is 16-25 year old males.
2) The cover image will feature a boy band. Interior images will include bands in natural settings.
3) Content will focus on indie music news and reviews, appealing to fans through an informal tone. Consistent branding aims to build audience familiarity.
The document provides details on planning an indie music magazine targeted at 16-25 year old males. It discusses setting the price at £2.50-£3.50 for 100 pages to be affordable for the target audience. The magazine will have a comical style with red, white, light blue and black colors. Content will focus on indie/rock music genres and include pictures of boy bands playing instruments. The cover will feature a large picture of a boy band and list content. Interior pages will follow the color scheme with titles, images and content bullets.
Question 5: How did you attract/address your audience?EmmaBuckleyASMedia
The document provides initial ideas and decisions for attracting and addressing the target audience of a music magazine. It discusses using competitions and giveaways to incentivize buying the magazine. Photoshoot styles, clothing, and settings are selected to represent music genres and styles appealing to younger audiences. Language features like questions, lists, and quotations aim to engage readers and focus on music facts. Feedback confirms the magazine design is attractive and easy to navigate while also suggesting the magazine could be made to appeal to a more specific music genre.
The document analyzes and summarizes the key elements of magazine front covers and double page spreads across different genres including Harper's Bazaar, NME, PC Gamer. For the Harper's Bazaar front cover, it identifies the masthead, cover lines, celebrity endorsement and typography. The double page spread breakdown examines elements like the masthead, stand first, typography and conventions. Website summaries analyze color themes, images, mastheads and cover lines. Other magazines are similarly broken down focusing on mastheads, cover lines, images and conventions to understand the essential information presented.
The document provides a detailed analysis of the design elements of the magazine NME, including its cover, masthead, images, and layout. It analyzes how these visual components target their intended audience and convey the magazine's brand. The consistent use of red, black, and white along with a serif font give the magazine uniformity and establish it as a reputable publication for its target demographic of music enthusiasts ages 24-34.
This document summarizes research on fanzine styles and techniques. It analyzes 6 fanzines, finding that most have indie styles with limited color palettes. Hand-drawn original artwork is common. Fanzines are typically 8-32 pages long and made digitally, with a mix of images and written content. Common writing styles include columns and minimal paragraphs. Images usually take up whole pages and relate to nearby articles. Text styles are generally consistent within fanzines.
This document analyzes the design conventions used in a student-created R&B magazine.
The front cover uses a central image of an artist looking at the camera to engage the viewer. Stereotypical R&B elements like headphones, piercings and jewelry are included. Red, black and white colors are used consistently throughout to brand the magazine.
The contents page diverges from conventions by omitting "contents" and using a feature page format and image. Page numbers are in black with descriptions in red to draw the eye.
A double-page spread uses a large side profile image of an artist to invite readers into her perspective. Quotes from her discuss deeper lyrics and her desire to
This document analyzes various elements of an issue of the music magazine NME, including the front cover, contents page, and a double page spread. The summary is as follows:
The front cover features the typical masthead and cover lines to attract readers. It uses a close-up image of a rap artist against a graffiti background to target a young, "rebel" audience. The contents page continues the simple, informal style with one-word section titles and a travel case background image. The double page spread employs a grid layout with many images, including a large photo of artist Dizzee Rascal spray painting, to maintain a visual and chaotic "party" atmosphere through its design.
This document provides a summary of existing products including FORGE magazine and Print Isn't Dead fanzine. Key details are provided on the cover designs, layouts, typography and color schemes. Audience research is also presented on the Transformers franchise audience based on YouGov data showing the target age range is 24-43 years old. Additional audience research through surveys found that the target audience for a proposed fanzine project is mainly females aged 17-19 from the northeast of England. They are interested in appealing front covers and engaging content. Instagram is the preferred social media platform. The content should include a mix of factual information and personal anecdotes. Light colors including pinks and blues are preferred over darker shades.
Waleed Zaman Khan created a music magazine called "Music on Demand" targeting youth aged 17-23 interested in indie and R&B music in Pakistan. He researched popular music magazines, took photos for the cover and articles, and designed the layout in InDesign. Feedback showed most thought the target audience was 17-23 and most would buy it. Bauer Media would be a suitable publisher as they have space in the market for an R&B magazine.
The document provides research materials for an induction project on pop art, including quotes from famous pop artists, descriptions of famous pop artworks, pop art facts, information about an upcoming pop art gallery exhibition, and suggested websites for additional research. Key details include quotes by Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, and Jean-Michel Basquiat; descriptions of iconic works like Andy Warhol's Campbell's Soup Cans and Roy Lichtenstein's Whaam!; facts about the origins and styles of pop art; and logistical information for the POP! exhibition in Knaresborough, England.
The document provides details for photography planning for magazine covers and articles. It includes descriptions of camerawork, mise-en-scene elements, and concepts for different types of images including cover photos, contents pages, and double page spreads. Medium close-ups and shots that establish intimacy are prioritized. Styling aims to portray artists' authenticity and connect with target audiences. Locations include urban settings and studios, while props involve glow sticks, wristbands, and notebooks.
The document discusses the design process and choices made for a music magazine called STAGE&SPEAKER. It describes how the designer analyzed existing magazines and developed a minimalist, sophisticated style with high quality images and white space. Photos were taken of the featured artist, Amelia, and edited for tone and contrast. The front cover masthead was experimented with in different fonts and colors. Similarities and differences between the magazine design and conventions were noted. The contents page and double page spread were also designed, drawing inspiration from other magazines. Technologies like Photoshop and InDesign were used in the design process. The intended audience is described as 16-18 year olds interested in music. Representation of social groups like
The document discusses the design process and choices made for the student's music magazine project. It describes how the student analyzed existing magazines to determine a style, then experimented with layouts, images, and design elements. Key aspects included a minimalist, sophisticated style with high quality photos. The front cover masthead was challenging to design but the student found a solution. Representation of social groups like women and youth were considered in the photos and content chosen. The target audience is identified as 16-18 year olds interested in music. New software like Photoshop and InDesign were used to create and refine the magazine design.
The document discusses how the student's media magazine represents particular social groups through its design and content. Specifically:
- The front cover photograph of Amelia represents young women by portraying her as confident and direct, challenging stereotypes.
- Images of Amelia throughout portray her as strong yet fashionable, appealing to the target audience of 16-19 year old women.
- Quotes and articles aim to empower young women and musicians to not be limited by stereotypes.
- While the magazine does not feature ethnic diversity due to the local area, it represents the acoustic music genre which is diverse.
The document outlines plans for a magazine focused on rock music and the human mind. It will feature a light and dark double page spread to represent different sides. The front cover will show the author holding a guitar and other instruments getting smaller. The double page spread will show the author in two poses representing different mindsets. The purpose is to inspire readers that one can achieve goals despite hard times. Articles will discuss a rock song reaching #1 on the charts and the author's past depression. Primary photos will be blurry to represent ambiguity, and secondary images will include The Beatles and gold paint to look old fashioned. Layout plans include the cover and double page spread.
The document analyzes conventions used in modern rock magazines like Rocksound and Kerrang!, such as informal layouts with darker colors and serious facial expressions on covers. It discusses common elements like free music offers, a focus on music over celebrity gossip, and targeting teenagers/young adults. The analysis gives examples from magazine spreads, noting uses of colors, fonts, and intense imagery that attract readers while representing the rock genre.
The document provides details on photography planning for magazine covers and articles. It discusses camerawork and mise-en-scene considerations for a cover photo featuring a medium close-up of a solo female artist, as well as for photos of a band and album covers representing different genres to be used on the contents page. Details are also given for a double-page interview spread photo showing a medium shot of a solo male artist to promote his debut album. The goal is to attract readers by creating intimate, natural-looking images that represent the subjects and their music styles.
This document provides an analysis of the cover of the September 2009 edition of NME (New Musical Express) magazine focused on Dizzee Rascal. It summarizes the target audience as primarily being 16-34 year old males, especially those interested in indie/rock music. The cover features Dizzee Rascal's image and quotes to attract this audience. Colors, layout, and other artists featured also aim to appeal to and be accessible for the target demographic.
Bonnie Craven
Props: Guitars, amps, drum kit, mics, clothing provided by artists.
Costumes: Provided by artists.
Catering: N/A
Thank you for your time and effort. Please let me know if you need anything else or have any other questions.
Kind regards,
Lauren Beckley
Editor, B-Side Magazine
I have created a call sheet for the photo shoot this week to ensure everything runs smoothly. By having a schedule and informing all involved of the plan, I can be certain we will achieve all the necessary shots on time and without issues. It is important for a magazine production to be organised.
The document summarizes how the media product, a music magazine, represents particular social groups. The magazine targets young people ages 14-24 interested in hip hop music. It uses images of black male rappers to appeal to this audience. While mainly targeting males, it includes some female artists to show hip hop's growing popularity among women and white audiences. The magazine portrays young people as enjoying bright colors, festivals, and clubbing associated with hip hop music.
Media as coursework – music magazine evaluationHannahLuise
The document is an evaluation of a music magazine created for a media course. It discusses the layout, colors, images, and typography used in the magazine. Purple, black and white were used as the main colors to appeal to the target audience of teenage girls. Images were carefully chosen and lit to depict artists and look professional. A variety of fonts were used for headings and articles to catch readers' attention. The language was informal to engage teenage girls as the target readership. A range of music genres were featured through the artists and images selected.
This document outlines plans for a print-based rock music magazine called "Klashed". It includes mood boards and mind maps showing ideas for the magazine's design elements like fonts, color schemes, and mastheads. It also summarizes the planned content like featured artists Green Day, Tonight Alive, and My Chemical Romance. Comparative drafts of the front cover and double-page spread provide visual examples of the magazine layout. The conclusion reaffirms that the magazine will appeal to its target audience of rock music fans aged 16-25 by covering different rock genres and competing with popular magazine Kerrang.
Front cover analysis essay and labelled analysisLizRose2012
This document analyzes and compares the front covers of two music magazines: NME and Q Magazine. Both covers use similar color schemes of red, black, and white. They also follow the Guttenberg Design Principle by placing key elements like the magazine title and artist image in areas where the eye is naturally drawn. However, there are some differences - NME uses more vibrant colors and imagery to appeal to a younger audience, while Q Magazine has a cleaner, more mature design. Overall, the covers have similar layouts but target different genres and age groups through subtle stylistic choices.
The document describes the process of creating a 90's music magazine as part of a media studies course. It discusses conventions used in magazines and how the author's magazine challenges some conventions by incorporating social media and QR codes. Images and descriptions provided show the progression from initial drafts to the final magazine, which focuses on a girl group from the 90s. The author learned to use Photoshop and blogs to create the magazine, gaining experience with new technologies and software.
The document discusses the topic of contrasts in photography. It defines contrasts as the relative difference between light and dark areas in an image. Contrasts can be explored through various means and ideas like opposites. The theme of contrasts is important not just in photography but in society as well, as without contrasts life would be boring and unoriginal. The document then examines how contrasts have been used historically in genres like black and white, fashion, and landscape photography. It provides examples of photographers like Mary Ellen Mark who use contrasts to explore social themes. The document also discusses how technology has allowed new techniques like HDR photography and advances in exploring contrasts going forward.
This document lists the top 20 pieces of fantasy artwork, including color-changing animations and falling letter animations that are described in more detail in a blog post. It also lists an additional 10 pieces, such as a footballer animation, with links to view more details in the blog post.
This document provides information about Digipaks and their history. It discusses how Digipaks originated as an alternative to traditional jewel cases for CDs and DVDs. The document outlines how the Digipak trademark has changed hands over time, from its original owner IMPAC Group to current owner AGI-Shorewood. It describes the basic components of a Digipak, including a paperboard outer binding and plastic tray(s) to hold the disc(s). The document also notes some disadvantages of Digipaks compared to jewel cases and discusses efforts by manufacturers to make Digipaks more environmentally friendly.
This document analyzes the design conventions used in a student-created R&B magazine.
The front cover uses a central image of an artist looking at the camera to engage the viewer. Stereotypical R&B elements like headphones, piercings and jewelry are included. Red, black and white colors are used consistently throughout to brand the magazine.
The contents page diverges from conventions by omitting "contents" and using a feature page format and image. Page numbers are in black with descriptions in red to draw the eye.
A double-page spread uses a large side profile image of an artist to invite readers into her perspective. Quotes from her discuss deeper lyrics and her desire to
This document analyzes various elements of an issue of the music magazine NME, including the front cover, contents page, and a double page spread. The summary is as follows:
The front cover features the typical masthead and cover lines to attract readers. It uses a close-up image of a rap artist against a graffiti background to target a young, "rebel" audience. The contents page continues the simple, informal style with one-word section titles and a travel case background image. The double page spread employs a grid layout with many images, including a large photo of artist Dizzee Rascal spray painting, to maintain a visual and chaotic "party" atmosphere through its design.
This document provides a summary of existing products including FORGE magazine and Print Isn't Dead fanzine. Key details are provided on the cover designs, layouts, typography and color schemes. Audience research is also presented on the Transformers franchise audience based on YouGov data showing the target age range is 24-43 years old. Additional audience research through surveys found that the target audience for a proposed fanzine project is mainly females aged 17-19 from the northeast of England. They are interested in appealing front covers and engaging content. Instagram is the preferred social media platform. The content should include a mix of factual information and personal anecdotes. Light colors including pinks and blues are preferred over darker shades.
Waleed Zaman Khan created a music magazine called "Music on Demand" targeting youth aged 17-23 interested in indie and R&B music in Pakistan. He researched popular music magazines, took photos for the cover and articles, and designed the layout in InDesign. Feedback showed most thought the target audience was 17-23 and most would buy it. Bauer Media would be a suitable publisher as they have space in the market for an R&B magazine.
The document provides research materials for an induction project on pop art, including quotes from famous pop artists, descriptions of famous pop artworks, pop art facts, information about an upcoming pop art gallery exhibition, and suggested websites for additional research. Key details include quotes by Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, and Jean-Michel Basquiat; descriptions of iconic works like Andy Warhol's Campbell's Soup Cans and Roy Lichtenstein's Whaam!; facts about the origins and styles of pop art; and logistical information for the POP! exhibition in Knaresborough, England.
The document provides details for photography planning for magazine covers and articles. It includes descriptions of camerawork, mise-en-scene elements, and concepts for different types of images including cover photos, contents pages, and double page spreads. Medium close-ups and shots that establish intimacy are prioritized. Styling aims to portray artists' authenticity and connect with target audiences. Locations include urban settings and studios, while props involve glow sticks, wristbands, and notebooks.
The document discusses the design process and choices made for a music magazine called STAGE&SPEAKER. It describes how the designer analyzed existing magazines and developed a minimalist, sophisticated style with high quality images and white space. Photos were taken of the featured artist, Amelia, and edited for tone and contrast. The front cover masthead was experimented with in different fonts and colors. Similarities and differences between the magazine design and conventions were noted. The contents page and double page spread were also designed, drawing inspiration from other magazines. Technologies like Photoshop and InDesign were used in the design process. The intended audience is described as 16-18 year olds interested in music. Representation of social groups like
The document discusses the design process and choices made for the student's music magazine project. It describes how the student analyzed existing magazines to determine a style, then experimented with layouts, images, and design elements. Key aspects included a minimalist, sophisticated style with high quality photos. The front cover masthead was challenging to design but the student found a solution. Representation of social groups like women and youth were considered in the photos and content chosen. The target audience is identified as 16-18 year olds interested in music. New software like Photoshop and InDesign were used to create and refine the magazine design.
The document discusses how the student's media magazine represents particular social groups through its design and content. Specifically:
- The front cover photograph of Amelia represents young women by portraying her as confident and direct, challenging stereotypes.
- Images of Amelia throughout portray her as strong yet fashionable, appealing to the target audience of 16-19 year old women.
- Quotes and articles aim to empower young women and musicians to not be limited by stereotypes.
- While the magazine does not feature ethnic diversity due to the local area, it represents the acoustic music genre which is diverse.
The document outlines plans for a magazine focused on rock music and the human mind. It will feature a light and dark double page spread to represent different sides. The front cover will show the author holding a guitar and other instruments getting smaller. The double page spread will show the author in two poses representing different mindsets. The purpose is to inspire readers that one can achieve goals despite hard times. Articles will discuss a rock song reaching #1 on the charts and the author's past depression. Primary photos will be blurry to represent ambiguity, and secondary images will include The Beatles and gold paint to look old fashioned. Layout plans include the cover and double page spread.
The document analyzes conventions used in modern rock magazines like Rocksound and Kerrang!, such as informal layouts with darker colors and serious facial expressions on covers. It discusses common elements like free music offers, a focus on music over celebrity gossip, and targeting teenagers/young adults. The analysis gives examples from magazine spreads, noting uses of colors, fonts, and intense imagery that attract readers while representing the rock genre.
The document provides details on photography planning for magazine covers and articles. It discusses camerawork and mise-en-scene considerations for a cover photo featuring a medium close-up of a solo female artist, as well as for photos of a band and album covers representing different genres to be used on the contents page. Details are also given for a double-page interview spread photo showing a medium shot of a solo male artist to promote his debut album. The goal is to attract readers by creating intimate, natural-looking images that represent the subjects and their music styles.
This document provides an analysis of the cover of the September 2009 edition of NME (New Musical Express) magazine focused on Dizzee Rascal. It summarizes the target audience as primarily being 16-34 year old males, especially those interested in indie/rock music. The cover features Dizzee Rascal's image and quotes to attract this audience. Colors, layout, and other artists featured also aim to appeal to and be accessible for the target demographic.
Bonnie Craven
Props: Guitars, amps, drum kit, mics, clothing provided by artists.
Costumes: Provided by artists.
Catering: N/A
Thank you for your time and effort. Please let me know if you need anything else or have any other questions.
Kind regards,
Lauren Beckley
Editor, B-Side Magazine
I have created a call sheet for the photo shoot this week to ensure everything runs smoothly. By having a schedule and informing all involved of the plan, I can be certain we will achieve all the necessary shots on time and without issues. It is important for a magazine production to be organised.
The document summarizes how the media product, a music magazine, represents particular social groups. The magazine targets young people ages 14-24 interested in hip hop music. It uses images of black male rappers to appeal to this audience. While mainly targeting males, it includes some female artists to show hip hop's growing popularity among women and white audiences. The magazine portrays young people as enjoying bright colors, festivals, and clubbing associated with hip hop music.
Media as coursework – music magazine evaluationHannahLuise
The document is an evaluation of a music magazine created for a media course. It discusses the layout, colors, images, and typography used in the magazine. Purple, black and white were used as the main colors to appeal to the target audience of teenage girls. Images were carefully chosen and lit to depict artists and look professional. A variety of fonts were used for headings and articles to catch readers' attention. The language was informal to engage teenage girls as the target readership. A range of music genres were featured through the artists and images selected.
This document outlines plans for a print-based rock music magazine called "Klashed". It includes mood boards and mind maps showing ideas for the magazine's design elements like fonts, color schemes, and mastheads. It also summarizes the planned content like featured artists Green Day, Tonight Alive, and My Chemical Romance. Comparative drafts of the front cover and double-page spread provide visual examples of the magazine layout. The conclusion reaffirms that the magazine will appeal to its target audience of rock music fans aged 16-25 by covering different rock genres and competing with popular magazine Kerrang.
Front cover analysis essay and labelled analysisLizRose2012
This document analyzes and compares the front covers of two music magazines: NME and Q Magazine. Both covers use similar color schemes of red, black, and white. They also follow the Guttenberg Design Principle by placing key elements like the magazine title and artist image in areas where the eye is naturally drawn. However, there are some differences - NME uses more vibrant colors and imagery to appeal to a younger audience, while Q Magazine has a cleaner, more mature design. Overall, the covers have similar layouts but target different genres and age groups through subtle stylistic choices.
The document describes the process of creating a 90's music magazine as part of a media studies course. It discusses conventions used in magazines and how the author's magazine challenges some conventions by incorporating social media and QR codes. Images and descriptions provided show the progression from initial drafts to the final magazine, which focuses on a girl group from the 90s. The author learned to use Photoshop and blogs to create the magazine, gaining experience with new technologies and software.
The document discusses the topic of contrasts in photography. It defines contrasts as the relative difference between light and dark areas in an image. Contrasts can be explored through various means and ideas like opposites. The theme of contrasts is important not just in photography but in society as well, as without contrasts life would be boring and unoriginal. The document then examines how contrasts have been used historically in genres like black and white, fashion, and landscape photography. It provides examples of photographers like Mary Ellen Mark who use contrasts to explore social themes. The document also discusses how technology has allowed new techniques like HDR photography and advances in exploring contrasts going forward.
This document lists the top 20 pieces of fantasy artwork, including color-changing animations and falling letter animations that are described in more detail in a blog post. It also lists an additional 10 pieces, such as a footballer animation, with links to view more details in the blog post.
This document provides information about Digipaks and their history. It discusses how Digipaks originated as an alternative to traditional jewel cases for CDs and DVDs. The document outlines how the Digipak trademark has changed hands over time, from its original owner IMPAC Group to current owner AGI-Shorewood. It describes the basic components of a Digipak, including a paperboard outer binding and plastic tray(s) to hold the disc(s). The document also notes some disadvantages of Digipaks compared to jewel cases and discusses efforts by manufacturers to make Digipaks more environmentally friendly.
This document lists the top 20 pieces of fantasy artwork so far, including color-changing animation and falling letters animation, with links to further details in a blog post. It also mentions that an additional 10 pieces will be listed.
The document discusses how the author of a music video product followed and challenged conventions of the genre. They mostly conformed to conventions like using natural locations, matching edits to the song pace, and a black and white color scheme. However, they challenged conventions by using an ambiguous storyline rather than a typical love story, and experimenting with mixing black and white and color footage. For their website and digipak ancillary tasks, the author conformed to conventions like using consistent branding but challenged overly contrasting colors in favor of more complimentary tones fitting the genre.
- Lauren Barrett is an A2 Media Studies student who produced a music magazine cover for her foundation portfolio and is now creating a music video, accompanying album digipak, and website homepage for her advanced portfolio.
- For both portfolios, extensive research into real media texts and target audiences was crucial. This included analyzing existing magazines and music videos to understand conventions and inform her own work.
- In applying narrative theory to her planned music video, Lauren found that while a typical Todorov structure did not fit the song's simplicity, including a climactic disequilibrium and stock characters aligned with theories by Propp. Understanding the narrative in the song's lyrics was also important for crafting an appropriate plot.
The document presents three initial ideas for a new music magazine. Idea One focuses on indie/indie-rock music and features casual language and reviews of featured artists. Idea Two focuses on live indie/indie-rock music and features a scrapbook style layout with photos of bands performing. Idea Three focuses on new popular music genres of 2013 and appeals to teenagers and young adults interested in concerts, awards shows, and fashion. The purpose is to get feedback on the ideas to help develop the magazine concept.
The document discusses various sequencing and animation techniques that could be applied to a photography project on contrasts. It analyzes six photographs that illustrate sequencing by showing stages of motion. The author is inspired by one photo's blending of images and another's varied layer opacity. They propose sequencing a rolling ball with sharp edges or animating contrasts of speed and subtle movement. Depth of field techniques like minimum focus and selective color are also discussed as ways to emphasize contrasts between blurred and sharp areas or sizes of objects. The author feels these techniques could improve their work on contrasts.
This document provides a summary of the author's top 20 photography pieces. It lists the titles of 10 pieces considered the author's best work, including one titled "Dripping Blood From Flowers." Another 10 pieces are also included and considered good enough to be in the top 20, with one titled "Camera Development." More details about each piece can be found on the author's blog.
The document provides a development diary for a magazine front cover design. It describes the process of designing and refining various elements of the cover such as the background color, masthead, title, strap line, barcode, date, issue number, insert, and coverlines. Photos were taken for the cover shoot but weather caused delays. The main image was selected, masked, resized and adjusted to fit the overall design. Colors, fonts, shapes and layout were refined iteratively based on inspiration from other magazines to create a cohesive design with a summer festival vibe.
The document summarizes the process of designing a double-page magazine spread. It describes altering the document dimensions to double the width, adding guidelines and consistency elements from other pages. An main image was created by combining two photos - a forest background and an edited model photo pasted on top. Text elements like the title, caption and article were then added. Minor tweaks were made to enhance the overall design.
The questionnaires provided information about the target audience for Lauren Barrett's planned music magazine. The majority of the audience is female, aged 16-18, and students or employed part-time. They have interests in music, sports, and photography. Most live in Harlow or neighboring towns. They typically buy 1-3 music magazines per month from supermarkets or newsagents for £4.99 or less. This information will help Lauren tailor the magazine's content and distribution.
This document lists the author's top 20 best pieces in Unit 1. It then mentions that the author will provide 10 additional pieces for consideration. However, most of the document content is blank or consists of repetitive symbols, so no specific pieces or details are included about the listed works.
The document provides a history of the music video from 1894 to the present day. It begins with the use of magic lanterns to project still images alongside live performances of songs in 1894. In the 1960s, films were produced in Canada to accompany pre-recorded songs, merging footage and audio. The Beatles helped advance the form with clips for their songs in the 1960s. In the 1980s, the launch of MTV popularized music videos as a key marketing tool and artists experimented with new styles and concepts. Technology improvements allowed for enhanced production quality and techniques.
The document presents three initial ideas for a new music magazine. Idea One focuses on indie/indie-rock music and features casual language and reviews of featured artists. Idea Two focuses on live indie/indie-rock music and features a scrapbook style layout with photos of bands performing. Idea Three focuses on new popular music genres of 2013 and appeals to teenagers and young adults interested in concerts, awards shows, and fashion. The purpose is to get feedback on the ideas to help develop the magazine concept.
This document summarizes how the author's magazine product challenges and conforms to conventions of other music magazines in its design and layout. It challenges conventions by using a black and white cover image and simple color scheme, but conforms by placing cover lines on the left third and including standard magazine elements. The contents page conforms to typical magazine layouts but uses color to distinguish sections. Audience research showed the cover attracted most readers but some felt it could be improved.
This document summarizes Heather Ainsworth's media studies project of creating an indie-pop music magazine. She took and edited all the photos featured in the magazine and designed all the pages. The magazine follows conventions of real music magazines like having a bright, eye-catching cover with the main artist's image. It also includes section titles, additional artist images, and stories to attract readers. Feedback from the target audience of 16-24 year old females was positive about the professional design and interesting content.
The document provides an evaluation of a media product created by Elizabeth Brady. It summarizes how the product uses conventions from real magazines in its design, such as a consistent color palette, direct eye contact on covers, and sectioning the contents page. It represents its target audience of indie/rock fans aged 13-29 through the artists featured and distorted masthead design. The product would be well suited to distribution by Bauer Media Group, the same company that distributes similar magazines like Q and Kerrang.
Natalie Holt created a rock music magazine to represent various conventions of the genre. She used inconsistent color schemes, bold fonts, and different fonts throughout to develop the magazine's style. Holt included images of artists in dark clothing and poses to represent the attitude of rock music. The target audience for the magazine is 16-25 year olds and Holt included free posters and quotes from articles to attract this demographic. Through making the magazine, Holt learned basic photo editing in Photoshop and how to lay out pages in Publisher using various tools and fonts. Overall, Holt felt she improved at applying research on genre conventions to create a cohesive magazine design.
The document provides an evaluation of a media product created by Elizabeth Brady. It summarizes how the product uses conventions from real magazines in its design, such as a consistent color palette and direct address of the audience in images. It also discusses how the product represents indie/alternative music fans through the artists and design featured. The target audience is identified as fans of this genre aged 13-29. Overall, the evaluation demonstrates how the product applies real-world magazine conventions while appealing to its intended readership.
The document provides details about the design and content of a music magazine prototype. It discusses conventions used on the front cover such as colors, font sizes and layout. The target audience is described as 16-24 year olds who enjoy hip hop and R&B music. Both males and females are targeted. Technologies used to create the magazine included Photoshop, cameras, and research online. The progression of skills in using these technologies to design the magazine from initial sketches to the final prototype is also summarized.
The document provides details on a proposed music magazine pitch called "Switch". The magazine would focus on rock, indie, and alternative music genres and target an audience aged 16-25. It would be published monthly at £5 per issue and include 140 pages. Proposed features include interviews, questions and answers from readers, reviews, competitions, articles and lists. The magazine would have a dark color scheme and edgy style to match the target genres. Photos would show bands on location in urban settings to seem down-to-earth. The cover would feature a band and the contents page would include photos and categorized text for easy navigation.
1) The document describes the design choices made for a hip hop magazine project. Plain black, white, and gray colors were chosen for the magazine covers and contents page after researching popular hip hop magazines.
2) On the cover, vague text like "weekend madness" is used to intrigue readers without giving away the story. The double page spread describes things simply so the target audience of young, lower class adults can understand.
3) White space is used on the cover and contents page for impact and effect. On the double page spread, space is limited by the placement of images. A quote is added to fill space and add drama.
This document outlines the planning and research done for a new magazine targeted at 16-25 year olds. The magazine would be commissioned by The Northern Echo newspaper. Research was done on genres like lifestyle magazines. The target audience of indie/creative females aged 17-21 was identified. Two mock article layouts were created about Facebook addiction and feedback indicated a preference for the second layout. Proposed articles included an interview with a local up-and-coming DJ, the Facebook piece, and a DIY clothing modification tutorial. An alternative fashion feature on "grandad style" clothing was also suggested. Initial financial projections showed a loss, but the creator believed higher quality could increase advertising revenue over time. Distribution through retail sales was also proposed
This document outlines plans for a music magazine targeted towards teenagers and young adults aged 15-25. It discusses the target audience, genre conventions, content, design, and photography elements that will be included. Key points include:
- The target audience is 15-25 year olds, aiming to provide entertainment and escape from school/work stresses.
- Content will include top music charts, celebrity gossip, fashion, and stories on how music can help with college/exams.
- Design elements will have a balance of images and text, bright colors, and overlapping typography to engage readers.
- Photography will feature people in casual clothes with props like phones or microphones, using different settings and makeup
This document discusses two types of readers of R&B music - passive type 1 readers who accept information at face value, and active type 2 readers who are willing to critically analyze and challenge ideas. It notes type 2 readers as the target primary audience for the author's planned R&B magazine, which will feature artist Angela Evans and encourage readers to engage with music production. The magazine's design is described, including dark color scheme, loop lighting on the cover photo, and content focusing on Evans' original songwriting style rather than her appearance.
Olivia Lynch created a music magazine called A Major for a school media project. She did research on existing music magazines like NME and Rocksound to understand conventions. She surveyed her target audience of 16-30 year olds interested in funk/alternative music to determine design elements. Based on the survey results, she chose a grey/white/blue color scheme and friendly tone. Olivia designed the cover, contents page, and spreads on Photoshop. She priced the magazine at £2.70 with a free CD to attract buyers between the prices of her competitors NME and Rocksound.
The document discusses how the media product uses and develops conventions of real music magazines. It summarizes the design choices made for the cover, contents page, and double page spread, including color themes, images, fonts, and layouts. Key conventions that were followed include mastheads, prices, barcodes, and competitions. Some conventions that were challenged include using a single main image on the cover rather than multiple images. The target audience is identified as 16-24 year olds interested in indie/alternative music. Learning from Photoshop tools like layers, magic wand, and spot healing helped in designing and maintaining consistency across pages.
This document summarizes the process and key learnings of a student who created a pop music magazine as part of a class project. The student conducted research on existing music magazine conventions related to layout, design elements, and representation of different genres. For their pop magazine, the student challenged conventions by using bright colors, unconventional photo angles, and imagery to portray a happy, psychedelic atmosphere. Through the process, the student learned how to effectively use Adobe tools like Photoshop and Illustrator to manipulate images and apply effects to represent their target audience and intended genre. The student felt they made progress in applying techniques to better interact with readers compared to their preliminary work.
The document discusses the evaluation of a magazine product created by the author. It covers several areas:
1) The front cover uses some unconventional elements like an off-center title but is otherwise conventional to attract audiences.
2) The contents page layout is conventional but uses images down the right side unconventionally.
3) The double-page spread uses a full photo background and quote heading unconventionally alongside conventional column text.
4) The author has learned to better plan, research, and use software like Fireworks to improve image editing skills.
The document summarizes the progression of skills and knowledge gained by the author in creating a music magazine media project from start to finish. It describes using basic tools initially like pencil and paper before learning software like Photoshop, how to customize layers and attributes, manipulate shapes and text, and produce the magazine. The author reflects on significantly broadening their understanding of media production techniques and capabilities through research, teaching, and hands-on work. They feel confident they acquired useful abilities and look forward to applying these skills to future media projects.
The document discusses ways in which the student's media product uses and challenges conventions of real music magazines. For the masthead, a bold tattoo font is used to make it stand out. The layout follows conventions like columns but the chatty tone challenges conventions. A variety of genres and social groups are represented with diverse images of the artist. The product would likely be distributed by magazine companies like ICP Media, Bauer Media Group or Development Hell Ltd due to its genre mix appealing to their audiences.
Jake McMann is creating a double page spread for a BTEC Media assignment. The spread will be for a magazine focused on pop music, aimed at informing readers aged 13-18 about the artists and music they listen to. The spread will feature artist Dua Lipa and use neutral colors and a simple font to appeal to a wide audience rather than a specific demographic. Potential issues could include lacking the proper photo editing software or unable to access the perfect photo shoot location.
- The masthead is in lowercase format which stands out from other magazines despite being recognizable.
- The artist image takes up most of the cover, making it very prominent and the main attraction to catch viewers' eyes.
- Subtitles are in bold, contrasting colors that stand out on the background to attract readers' attention with intrigue through hermeneutic codes.
Lauren explored the theme of fantasy for her Unit 4 photography portfolio. She enjoyed this theme the most as it allowed her to be creative and have fun. Her favorite shoots were from her exam, including a "Little Mermaid" inspired shoot at the beach, which she felt rivaled the work of her inspiration Annie Leibovitz. Overall, Lauren found the unit rewarding but physically challenging as she made cardboard props and carefully set up shoots to realize her fantasy concepts.
Lauren explored the theme of fantasy for her Unit 4 photography portfolio. She found this theme the most creative and fun to work with. Most of her shoots were carefully planned from the start, allowing extra time for contextual work and experiments. While challenging to set up, the process of creating props like cardboard shapes helped influence her storybook-inspired shoots. Her favorite shoots included her exam work, where she photographed a model at the beach, and potion-inspired shots where she experimented with lighting effects. Overall, Lauren had a very positive experience bringing her imaginative fantasy ideas to life through photography.
The document discusses how the creator of a music video product followed conventions of the genre to make the video appealing and familiar to the target audience, while also experimenting with some unconventional elements. Specifically, the creator shot portions of the indie/acoustic music video in natural, rustic locations commonly used in other videos in the genre. While mostly adhering to conventions like matching cuts to the song's pace, the creator uniquely edited the entire video in black and white to emphasize emotion. The creator also ambiguously challenged romance-focused narrative conventions to match the song's theme of loss. Websites and packaging for the song were designed with brand identity in mind by following exemplars while also experimenting somewhat with color schemes.
This document provides a list of the top 20 fantasy pieces and an additional 10 pieces. It includes color-changing, footballer, and falling letters animations that are described further in a blog post.
The document summarizes an image taken by Monika for her online origami exhibition. It shows origami birds emerging from a book and scattered about in different formations. The photographer used selective coloring to make the birds stand out against the gray background. While each bird is the same shape, the angles and composition make them appear slightly different as if flying in different patterns. The author appreciates how Monika photographed origami, which is not real, in a natural scene. They like the bold colors emphasizing the fantasy idea and vivid origami against the green background. Shapes in the blurred background also make the image appealing. Monika included hands in the photo to contrast real life with the fantasy of the origami birds.
The author created an image combining shots of origami birds from one photo shoot and a close-up of an eye from another. They wanted to portray the idea that the paper birds have come to life and are now imprisoned in the captor's eye. The eye is in black and white for contrast and intensity, while the small birds are not immediately visible.
Thomas Barbey is a photographer like Jerry Uelsmann who combines different images to create surreal works. Barbey's black and white photo of an alley inside a mouth adds depth and a serious tone, with the mouth forming a circular frame. Both the author and Barbey present surreal scenarios using body parts and black and white tones, connecting their works through
The author created a surrealist image by combining two photos to place facial features on a bridge, inspired by stories of trolls living under bridges. They centered the bridge for depth and contrasted its straight lines with the busy background. Black and white tone added severity and realism while evoking something slightly evil. Famous surrealist Jerry Uelsmann similarly combines images, placing lips on a forest path to imply something is watching. Both use facial features in the landscape to suggest fantasy characters and black and white tones suit the surreal and eerie feelings. The author prefers Uelsmann's technique of adding depth and shadows to the lips for more contrast with the background.
The author took a photo shoot using droplets of food coloring placed in glasses of water. Using a macro lens, the author captured images of the ink dissolving and moving in the water, creating swirling patterns meant to look like magic potions. The author compares their photo to a similar photo by an unknown blogger that used colored ink in water. Both photos connect in their use of lighting, macro lenses to capture detailed patterns, and movements of the liquids creating depth and illusions of magic. However, the author's photo focuses on compact patterns to look like potions, while the other photo has freer movement creating unique shapes with a more surrealist look.
This document lists the top 20 pieces of fantasy media and provides 10 additional recommendations. It includes brief descriptions of color-changing and falling letter animations to highlight in a related blog post.
- The author took photos inspired by The Little Mermaid, using a friend dressed as a mermaid at the beach to capture the fantasy theme in a realistic way through costume and location.
- Photographer Annie Leibovitz's Snow White photo used actress Rachel Weisz as the model, dressing her in an accurate costume and setting her in a forest location with animals to mirror scenes from the film.
- Leibovitz's Disney Dreams series inspired the author's Little Mermaid shoot, though they portrayed different characters. Both used costume and setting to represent the cartoon characters realistically and separated the model from the background to focus attention.
The document discusses the various media technologies used during the research, planning, production, post-production, and evaluation stages of an Advanced Portfolio course. PowerPoint was used to create site plans and layouts during research and planning. Word and Excel were used for documentation, questionnaires, and analysis. Photoshop and Premiere Pro were key tools for post-production editing of images and videos. Live Type was also used to create animated text sequences for the music video. A Mac, digital film camera, tripod, phone, and iPod were vital hardware used during production, filming, and on-location work.
This call sheet provides details for the fourth day of shooting including location, scene, cast, makeup/costume requirements, equipment needed, and directions. Katy will be playing the role of a nurse at a house/bedroom location shooting scenes 1-6. Her makeup should be light foundation and lipstick or gloss. The call time is 2:00pm on February 26th at 25 Abbotsweld in Harlow, Essex. The sheet lists transportation details by bus, train, foot, and car.
The document is an edit decision list for Ed Sheeran's "Autumn Leaves" music video. It reviews over 60 video clips and 40 photo assets, identifying whether each will be used in the final video and providing editor comments. Clips of Ed playing guitar, a girl singing, people walking in the street, and balloons being released were selected for inclusion and editing. Photos of flowers, family portraits and memories will be included in a sequence with fade transitions.
The call sheet provides details for the third day of shooting including scene locations, cast, script pages, character details, equipment needs, and travel directions. The scenes will be filmed at Epping Station, Stratford Station escalators, and outside at a bowling alley where the cast will actually bowl. Sarah-Jayne Barrett will play the lead role along with Hayley Bird and Jodie Armstrong as friends. Makeup, costumes, props and camera equipment are specified. Cast members are to meet at the bowling alley at 3pm and have insisted on paying for a game themselves to get the best footage. Travel directions to each location are provided.
The call sheet is for the second day of shooting on February 21st 2014. It will take place at The Dashes Sports Ground and feature a scene of the character Yasmin Watkins releasing balloons. Yasmin's makeup, hair, costume and props are specified. The equipment needed includes cameras, tripods and spare batteries. Cast are instructed that only the top half of their bodies will be visible so their clothing should be modest and focus on the top half. Directions for getting to the location on foot from Harlow College are provided.
This document lists the primary and back-up actors for various character and scene roles in an upcoming production. It assigns leading actors like Katy Nurse, Jessica Russell, and Yasmin Watkins to portray characters such as a girl singing, playing guitar, and releasing balloons, while also listing alternate actors like Jodie Armstrong, Katie Mould, and Nicola Baxter who can fill in if needed.
The production schedule outlines the tasks, finish dates, and comments for a music video project. Research is scheduled to finish by February 10th. Planning and shooting ancillary tasks are scheduled for February, while editing ancillary tasks and shooting main tasks are scheduled for March. Evaluation is set for March 31st to review the completed project.
The call sheet provides details for the first day of shooting including call time, date, director, scene, cast, character, location, makeup/hair, props, script pages, costume, special instructions, equipment, and directions to the location. The scene involves a guitar performance by the character Jessica at a house in Harlow, Essex. Cast are to wear everyday clothing that is not too flashy as only the top half will be visible. Directions are provided for public transportation, walking, and driving to the location from Harlow College.
This document provides a shot list and locations for photography related to a music project. It details various outdoor locations that will be used to photograph trees, leaves, and plants for backgrounds. It also lists an indoor location where close-up shots of props like a guitar, CDs, and photo frames will be taken. No actors are needed beyond the photographer themselves.
2. AIM & PURPOSE
The purpose of this presentation is to display the 3 initial ideas I have for my
new music magazine in an organized and professional way. For the main task, I
will be designing and producing the front cover, contents page and a double-
page spread of a brand new music magazine. By completing this research and
development stage in the form of a presentation, it allows me to show all of my
potential ideas for the design and content of my future magazine in one single
format, keeping it looking smart and professional. I will then use this
presentation as a way of getting my potential ideas out to other people, with the
aim of getting feedback on all of my ideas. This will then help me to develop my
ideas further, as I will choose what my peers liked best, and then use this to
create my final design and idea, avoiding the features of my ideas that weren‟t
well liked, or even taking onboard completely new and different ideas if
someone has a suggestion. It is important to gain feedback from my peers as
these are the people who are likely to fit into the category of my target
audience, so their views and opinions are key for me in order to create an
idealistic magazine that conforms to that which is expected of the genre and
target audience.
3. IDEA ONE
Genre = indie/indie-rock
Target Audience = aged 16-40 approx. Magazine will appeal
more to men, but the content will be suitable for both genders.
People who are interested in the genre, musicians, students
(particularly fashion, music or photography students).
Colour scheme = “vintage” look – de-saturated colours;
green, brown/sepia, white, grey etc.
Festival feel to it – posed front cover image – all other images
will be very natural – playing instruments, holding hands etc.
Featured artists – Coldplay, The Script, Ed Sheeran, Alex
Clare, Florence + the Machine, Snow Patrol etc. + BRAND NEW
(MADE UP) ARTISTS.
Genre-specific language, quite casual, easy to understand, slang
etc. „music talk‟ – articles on instruments
CD Reviews, competitions (gig tickets, festival packs
etc.), alternative/collectors front covers, posters, music
downloads.
Title across the top of the page with the cover image over-lapping
slightly.
4. IDEA ONE – INSPIRATION/FEATURES
This idea is somewhat influenced by Q magazine – I
want to feature a lot of the same/similar style
content. I really like the idea of a posed photo filling
the entire front page.
I also like the use of
many different
contrasting fonts for
different sections of
the magazine.
This was the magazine responsible for inspiring the
colour scheme for this idea. I really like the use of
dull, pale colours; it appeals to both genders and is
more appropriate for a slightly older audience.
5. IDEA TWO
Genre/Theme = Indie/indie-rock LIVE music magazine
Target Audience = aged 16-30approx. The look and
appearance of the magazine will appeal a lot more to a male
audience, but the content will also be appropriate for female
audiences too (will reference to a fashion section in the
contents page). Will be popular more amongst older students
and young adults – those who can afford to go to concerts
and gigs etc.
Colour scheme = A mixture of black and white elements
(possibly the images) with elements of contrasting, darker
colours (in text) such as red or blue.
Layout will be simple but stylish – ripped page
effect, resembles a notebook or scrapbook.
On tour with the band biography/diary; 60 seconds with each
band member
Posed images – playing instruments, singers, on stage, with
fans etc. Will also feature small headshots – stereotypical
fashion shoot – lots of props, colours, posed etc.
Fonts – bold, chunky – easy to read, sans serif +
contrasting, thin font for main text (still sans serif), highlight
lots of key words – contrasting sizes.
6. IDEA TWO– INSPIRATION/FEATURES
Other images - I
want to incorporate
the idea of a live
For my main „photoshoot‟, which will audience/music fans
appear alongside the article for my in the audience. E.g.
double-page spread, I want to use a I like the idea of
very posed environment, making it using a silhouette of
look like the band/act is about to an audience crowd
perform a set for a small audience. across the top of the
Similar colour scheme – dark, dull page as a continuous
colours, small bursts of contrasting header.
colours e.g. the red in the jumper.
I like the idea of using a live performance photo for
my front cover, layering it over the title. However, my
images will be posed and planned beforehand.
7. IDEA THREE
Genre = New music for 2013 – a range of „popular‟ genres (chart music). Who will be big
this year, awards ceremonies, festivals, concerts etc. Similar genre to Top of the Pops
Magazine, but for a slightly older audience.
Target audience = appeals to both men and women (m- 40%, w- 60%), aged approx. 14-
30. Students/teenagers, „first concert-goers‟, older students/teenagers who spend their
money on concerts, cds etc. Enjoy watching awards shows (music awards shows e.g The
Brits), interested in fashion, gossip etc. People who listen to popular radio stations;
Capital FM, BBC Radio 1 etc.
Colour scheme = white background, contrasts well with the bright, neon-look colours I will
use in the text and graphics -> BRIGHT PINK, CYAN, YELLOW, BLACK <- quite neutral
colours, but would probably lean more towards a feminine look which is the target
audience for my magazine.
Main article based on a biography of a new, unheard-of, upcoming artist. Smaller article
on current artists and what they have planned for the new year – albums, tour, TV
programme etc?
Album/single reviews – pictures of physical CDs.
Top Singles/albums of the past month + anticipated future releases.
Other articles may be a feature on upcoming awards, possibly The Brits 2013, review on
some of the nominees, competition to win tickets etc. Top festivals and concerts to go to
this year.
Double page spread – A „vs‟ page – one page will look at leading men in the music
industry, whilst the other page will look at leading women. Or I may chose to use an
American vs. British music idea in the same way.
8. IDEA THREE
The colour scheme for this idea is really important as this idea has the youngest target
audience. With music magazines aimed at younger audiences, lots of bright colours are used
to attract them, which is why I have chosen to use a range of bright colours in my own design.
However, I think using too many can look messy and unprofessional, and as I want my
magazine to appeal to slightly older people too, I want to use colour in a much more subtle
way like both Billboard and Vibe magazine.
9. WORKING TITLES
TURN IT UP SOUND
TURN IT UP
TURN IT UP
SOUND
10. PEER EVALUATION
Number of Votes: 4
Idea 1:
“It‟s very similar to the second idea; as idea 2 could become
quite repetitive, you could combine elements of both the ideas
together.”
“This idea is more open to a wider audience, there is a lot
more room for variation and originality.”
“The colour scheme suits the genre of the magazine and your
potential target audience really well.”
“I like the „hippie‟ vibe you are portraying in this idea, it links in
well with the natural colour scheme.”
“You should maybe change the age range of the target
audience; either increase one or decrease the other – it is too
broad.”
“The design will be more suitable if you go more towards the
design of the Clash Magazine –it‟s very neutral and more
appropriate for your idea. Q magazine was more appropriate
for alternative or pop genres of music.”
11. PEER EVALUATION
Number of Votes: 2
Idea 2:
“The target audience you have chosen to base your magazine
around is really suitable as these are the types of people who are
really interested in going to concerts and festivals.”
“Focusing on „live performance review‟ features in the magazine
could become repetitive if it was published on a regular basis –
doing a concert review would be more appropriate for a one-
off/special edition magazine.”
“You need to look at varying the features in this idea.”
“Getting the photos required for the design of this idea could be
quite complex to take yourself – it may cost you a lot of time and
money.”
“The rip effect may be too much for the whole of your magazine – it
would be better to only feature it on the front cover as featuring this
design inside as wells could make the magazine as a whole too
mature for the proposed target audience.”
“I like the thought you have put into the different photos you want to
feature and the mix of colours – black and white photos will contrast
nicely with coloured photos.”
12. PEER EVALUATION
Number of Votes: 2
Idea 3:
“The use of a magazine with mixed genre-specific features will
help to draw in a wider target audience.”
“It will be more appealing to the target audience.”
“The suggested colours are bold and eye-catching.”
“It could possibly appeal more to a younger audience.”
“Be careful with the front cover as something that is too busy
and colourful may attract a younger audience, you need to use
simpler colours and language style to make your magazine
suitable for more mature audiences.”
“Aim to make it look more like Vibe and Billboard magazines,
and not like Top Of The Pops, We Love Pop etc. as they can be
too childish and less-professional.”
13. PEER EVALUATION
TITLE/FONTS:
2nd „VOLUME‟ title – quite good for the 3rd idea – simplicity is
better.
3rd „VOLUME‟ title – helps to build the identity of all the
magazines, really eye-catching and unique.
„MOREMUSIC‟ title – very grungy, acid-wash, the style looks
really good and effective for the indie/indie-rock genre.
„HitPlay‟ title – more appropriate for the pop/chart music
magazine, really unique and creative.
I think I am more likely to go for the „Volume – Turn It Up‟ title for
my magazine, as I feel that it is quite current, but also very
unique, although I will decide upon the font when I create my
magazine as it will be a matter of which one looks best with
my images and colour scheme.
14. PROPOSED IDEA
Overall, I think that my 1st idea proved to be the best among my peers.
Although they were torn mostly between this idea and the 3rd idea, I have
chosen to go with the indie/indie-rock magazine as I feel that there is
more of a gap in the market and would prove more popular with an older
target audience. The features I proposed for my 1st idea all proved really
popular and effective and to develop it further I will combine features
from my 2nd idea with this as the genres were the same and would help
to make my idea even better. I will definitely use the proposed colour
scheme and possibly add in a few warmer, brighter colours as I feel that
the festival/hippie vibe that I am looking for for my magazine reflects the
summer, so I feel that I should maybe use more colours to connote this. I
am also going to increase the lower half of my target age as I feel that
slightly older students are more likely to have the money to spend on
magazines, and are more realistically going to want to know about the
best upcoming gigs and festivals. I am also going to take a lot of
inspiration from Clash Magazine, as I really like the simplistic, clean and
professional feel it has to the design of it – something which I feel is
appropriate for my genre of magazine.
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