Sunday, 26 February 2012

Research - Music magazine - codes and conventions of a double page spread

I am going to analyse three double page spreads, in order to gain some understanding and knowledge on the codes and conventions that make up a double page spread. When I create my double page spread, this analysis will be very useful, as I will be able to revert back and use the aspects that I highlighted, in order to improve and make my magazine stronger. I have commented and highlighted the other factors that improve the magazine, other than the codes and conventions, so that I can improve my work further. Now these evaluations have been completed, I feel that I have a much better understanding of the codes and conventions that are used to create an effective double page spread, which I will use in my own magazine, to make it look as strong and professional as possible.

Below are my three double page spreads, that I have analysed and evaluated:











From the research I have completed on the codes and conventions of a normal double page spread, there are some key factors that must be incorporated in order to create a professional, easy to read, effective double page spread. Some of these key components include, having the models in the key images looking towards the audience and having the key image take up half of the double page spread, which are two things I will definitely keep in mind, when taking my photos. The borders that I set up have to be kept in, when dealing with copy, in order to create a neat and easy to read double page spread. The headings, subheadings and copy being different fonts styles, sizes and sometimes colours, all fit into the code and conventions.  When creating my double page spread, these are the codes and conventions that I will apply in order to create an effective, professional and attractive product.

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