Inspiration of NME double page spread

I have chosen this double paged spread by NME as I like how the background is all quite dull colours so that it does not distract from the image of Florence, I like how the image of florence is her in black but sitting on something with red on it and as her hair is red it makes her stand out so when people go through the magazine they see the image and want to read the image. I also like the quote used which is from one of Florence's songs which makes it personal and also makes people recognise her as they may know the song. I like the capital used on the first of letter of the interview as it makes it stand out.

Inspiration of NME contents page

I like this contents page by NME as it is simple and easy to follow but also does not lack information about what is in the magazine. I also like the headings that seperate the text with the white writing surrounded by a black background this is something I would like to use in my own magazine. I like how the colours are black, white and red with suttle hints of yellow at times which are the typical NME colours so make is easy for the reader to recognise. Also I like how the image is just a simple image that has not been posed it is an actual event which shows the realism of the magazine and how the page number is below the image and the name of the band so it is easy to find them in the magazine. I like the various arrows used on the cover as it is like they are directing you to the pages you want to look at.

Inspiration of NME magazine cover

This magazine relates to mine as it is an indie/rock type of magazine. The thing I like most about this magazine is the large image of Florence which takes up the whole cover of the magazine this will attract the younger generation of females 14-20 who are interested in indie music as it is a strong image of her and it is as though she is looking directly as the reader this is the type of image i would want for my magazine. I also like how the colours are simply black and white as they fit in well with this image and make her stand out more due to her bright hair, and I like the quote above Florence's name which is personal and makes the reader want to read the magazine. Although i do not like how the writing is mainly in one corner it could have been spread out a bit more.

Inspiration of Kerrang double page spread

I like this double page spread by Kerrang as it is a simple interview, I like how there is a quote at the top of the page taken from the interview this quote shows a personal bit of information and makes you want to read what else has been said, also since the quote is in large capitals when someone is going through the magazine this will catch their eye and make them want to read that page. I also like how there is only one main image on one page it is an iconic image of the artist at work and is not over posed it gives the reader an insite of what she is like and does not take attention from the interview. If I were to take something from this it would be not to over crowd my magazine doube page spread with images and just focus on the interview.

Insperation of the magazine Kerrang Contents

I like many features of this Kerrang contents page such as how it is easy to follow so if people are looking for something in the magazine they can find it straight away and it makes people want to read through this straight away as they know it wont take long. I also like how each heading is in yellow writing with a black background so it is seperated from the rest of the writing, this makes people find what section they are looking for easier and quicker. Another feature I like is how after each heading there is a list of things mentioned in the magazine all page numbered in order so therefore the main feautres are all shown  so people look at them to read in detail. I like the use of images with one main image with small ones surrounding it with the page number and who they are so you can find them easily in the magazine. Also I like the quote under the masthead as it makes the magazine seem more personal before even reading it. If I were to take something away from this contents page it would be to make it simple so that the reader does not get distracted, can find everything easily and they dont have to think too much about the magaizine.

Inspiration of the magazine Kerrang cover

I have chosen to analyse this Kerrang cover as it is the same type of music magazine I want to create which is an indie/rock magazine. I chose this cover as my magazine will be aimed at the the younger generation of females such as 14-20 who are interested in indie music and this cover is aimed at that audience as well which is shown by the strong image of the singer hayley williams who is well known making that audience want to buy it. I also like the banner accross the bottom with the extra infromation just listed in short phrases instead of detail which makes people want to read in to it. Although I do not like the two images in the lower left corner i think they could have chosen stronger poses for the images.  If I were to take something from this it would be the strong image above as it catches your attention and would attract the type of audiencei want.

Q7

Looking back at your preliminary task, what do you feel you have learnt in the progression from it to the full product?

When creating my preliminary task I had to use Publisher as I did not know much about Photoshop and how to use it. But for my magazine I used Photoshop and now can say I can confidently use Photoshop and the tools on it such as the move tool, effects, text and more. I now know how to work with the layers on Photoshop so that everything was correct and my magazine was finished at the highest standard. I also know how to edit pictures on Photoshop by changing the brightness, contrast to make sure they were at the best quality that they could be.