Stages of Creating my Music Magazine Double Page Spread

1.

Firstly I chose an image to have as a background for the double page spread. I chose this image as it is of both models and there is room to insert text and other images without drawing attention away from them.

2.

I then inserted the title, I used a large white font. I used a black shape behind the text to make sure the title stood out against its busy background but reduced the opacity.

3.

Then I inserted some of the other images I took for the magazine. I mounted the images on a black rectangle as I was worried they would not stand out because the photos have the same background. Again, I reduced the opacity.

4.

After this I inserted two white rectangles which I would later on insert the article over. I reduced the opacity of the shapes.

5.

I then inserted thes speech marks for a quotation I would later on insert. As well as this I added 'watch the behind-the-scenes online at swag-mag.com to remind readers of SWAG's multi-media platforms.

Double Page Spread Flat Plan

Music Magazine Contents Page

Stages of Creating my Music Magazine Contents Page

1.

I chose this image as the model was standing on the right hand side of the photo which would allow me to list my features on the left. Having chose my background image I inserted the title and branding. I contined the bright colour scheme used for the front colour. I used a larger font for the title in order for it to stand out.

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I then inserted the date, features and page numbers. I used a bright green for the titles to ensure the readers eye would be drawn to them as it is not used elsewhere on the page. I used to a different colour to the surrounding text when using the word 'swag' as it the brand name. 

3.

Contents Page Flat Plan

Music Magazine Front Cover

Alterations to Front Cover

First Draft:

This was the first draft of the front cover of my music magazine. Although I am pleased with the result there are elements which I feel I could improve upon. 

Firstly, I am not happy with the date of the issue, as it looks out of place. I think the date would be better suited rotated 90 degrees and placed alongside the G of the title. 

Second Draft:

I have moved the date of the issue as planned and am now much happier with this feature.

However, I still feel that the overall look of the cover could still be improved. The majority of the text is a very light shade of yellow although this shade works well against the darker areas of the image it does not stand out very well against a lot of the white. I think the cover would look better if some of the text was in a bolder colour.

Final Draft:

Having experimented with various colours I have decided to use the same as the title. I feel this colour and the yellow really compliment eachother. The pink stands out much more and is more eye-catching. I also think it gives the cover a more professional look.

Stages of Creating my Music Magazine Front Cover

1.

Firstly, I chose the image which I would use for my front cover. I chose this photo as although the model is not making eye contact with the audience he is smiling/laughing in order to establish a relationship with them. He looks relaxed and confident.

2.

I then inserted my title. I used ‘Impact’ which is quite a simple font but still striking. I used a bright pink for the title which really stands out against the background. I used a drop shadow to make the title more striking and look less flat.

3. 

The title was covering the model’s face so I used the ‘rubber’ tool to rub out the title which was block his face. It now looks like the model is standing in front of the title, I am pleased with the results.

4.

I then inserted the date of the issue, the barcode, the price and the magazine’s website. I used a drop shadow on the text.

5.

Finally I inserted the puffs. I am pleased with layout however I think the colour of the font could be improved. This shade of yellow does not stand out as much as I had hoped. I will most likely replace the yellow with a colour that stands out more. I used a drop shadow on all of the text and on the lines above and below ‘Charm’.