1) The document provides a visual summary and analysis of magazine layout techniques. 2) Key techniques analyzed include use of fonts, sizing, placement and grouping of images and text to guide the reader and draw attention to important people, quotes and information. 3) The analysis shows how magazines employ visual cues to emphasize certain pieces of information and make them stand out, as well as to create a relationship between the reader and the subject of the article.

1. ‘NEWS’ helps the reader see that this is
The quote comes from Davey Havok, who is
a subsection of the magazine. The fact
the main focus of the article. The mix of pink
it is in red makes the reader think it is
and white text creates a unique look for the
urgent for them to read it. It also gives
quote, and makes it look more attractive to
the impression that the magazine is
the reader.
well organised and planned out
The subtext beneath the quote
features certain buzzwords in
pink that stand out in the text.
The words standout on the page
and grab the reader’s attention.
This is so the main points of the
article stand out ‘AFI’ ‘Davey
Havok’ and ‘Death of Rock Star’
The questions stand out on the article due
The main image shows Davey Havok to the white text boxes. This makes it
looking at the reader, so as to create a easier for the reader to separate what the
relationship between the article and magazine is asking him and what Davey
the reader. It also takes up the entire Havok’s reply is.
first page, so as to make Davey stand
out on the page and make him the
main focus of the reader’s view.

2. The article title ‘The Art of Shredding’ is featured to
appear as if it has been sliced up and is dripping blood,
but has the second meaning of being associated with fast
guitar playing as seen by the text box resembling a guitar
amp. The title suggests and in depth look at guitar
playing, something which loyal fans of magazine will see
as useful or interesting information to have.
The article is accompanied by
pictures of guitarists playing live,
which helps emphasise the main
focus being on great guitarists.
This is to serve as a signal to the
reader that the article is about
these players, while the names of
these guitarists featured in the
article standing out due to the red
text in the article is for more loyal
fans who would know these
names. This is so the magazine
article can cater to the needs of
newer or more casual fans and the
loyal fans who focus more on the
magazine.
The man in the article ‘Herman Li’ is shown to be a main
focus to the article by how his image is placed separate from
the others, and helps to emphasise to the reader he is of
current major news in the magazine. The fact he is holding a
guitar connotes he is a guitarist of great skill, which helps the
reader see he is connected to this article.

3. The subtext ‘World Exclusive’ makes the
reader think that the article is of greater
importance, while also seeming like
something special to loyal fans of the
magazine and the band MCR.
The quote mentions ‘The Best
MCR’ which emphasises the fact
they are currently doing well in
their careers. The fact it is in
bolder white letters in between
red text makes it stand out on
the page and further emphasise
the quote so the reader can
notice it.
The images are in black and white which could be a reflection of the bands darker
lyrical content. The use of pictures from live gigs and studio recordings helps to
emphasise how much work they are putting in on their new album, so as to make
the reader believe it is worth more when they hear it. Also the use of multiple
images helps to keep the focus on the whole band, so as not to give all attention to
vocalist Gerard Way who is featured on the largest image which takes up almost all
of the first page on the double spread.

4. The Title ‘Radar’ connotes that the
magazine has discovered these
artists for the reader to read about,
which makes the reader feel a
sense of gratitude to the magazine
for them getting this information.
‘Young Rebel Set’ is
featured in big bold
writing. The reader is
drawn to it as it is
large, and stands out
on the white
background and
smaller text. The use of
young and rebel could
be to connect to
teenage readers and
help them better
connect to the article
The main image takes up the entire double page spread which
makes it the main focus of the reader due to its size. It is also
the only image in the spread, which helps make the reader
more aware of the main image and what is in it, such as how
one member sticks out amongst the rest of them, which
suggests he is the front man or leader of the band, and
suggests to the reader he is the o most important out of them
all.

5. The Quote from Lily Allen
helps the reader to know
it is a genuine article and
to grab their attention.
The size of the text is to
draw the reader’s eye
towards it, which shows it
is an important quote
from the article the
reader may find
interesting.
Drop Capital-
Indicates to the
reader where article
begins, makes it
easier to see.
The picture of Lily Allen shows her
Lily Allen’s importance is
in casual clothing, so as to make
emphasised by how she takes up
her look comfortable and make the
the entire second page of the
reader feel relaxed when reading
double page spread.
the article. These along with the
direct mode of address makes Lily
Allen seem more accessible and
close to the reader. The size of it
helps draw the reader’s attention
to Lily and let them know that she
is the main focus.