Contents Page Frankenstein

This is a collection of 2 different magazines in somewhat of a collage, below i have analysed the different magazine elements and what is best for a magazine.

Front Cover Frankenstein

This is a collection of 2 different magazines in somewhat of a collage, below i have analysed the different magazine elements and what is best for a magazine.

21.11.16 - Weekly Update

Finished my preliminary task! So this week I finally completed both my front cover and contents page using Photoshop. When doing this process I had to plan for my photoshoot, this went well when we were in the studio as we were all fully prepared and had all of the props needed to create a good dynamic, ultimately producing a good picture which I used for my main image. I needed to also learn how to use the camera and ensure the background was clear as I knew this would make it easier when editing. This was my first magazine I've created so I had to quickly learn the basics of how to use Photoshop. At first it was difficult but l quickly gathered everything to produce a good outcome. Last week I also completed my audience feedback which allowed me to gather improvements for when I next do a magazine, I filmed what people said so I could gather all of the information of what was good and what needed improvements. I've began to analyse two different contrasting genres of music magazines. This meant that I could understand the layout and what details are used to create a good quality magazine (I need to finish doing this, this week). That's it from me check for more updates. Byeee!

Contents Page

This is my contents page for my preliminary task:

My contents is clearly following through with the same theme of colors and fonts to match nicely with the folder in my models hand. When looking at this I can visually see that similar to my front cover I needed to enhance the colors to ensure that the content and text including the regulars/features attract the target audience and remain to be bold and clear to read. Therefore a darker color would contribute to this. Additionally the page numbers on the contents page need to look more organized as from afar the pastel color allows it to blend in with the page and visually looks random. Completing my contents page was a lot quicker to design and simple as I did not want it to be too packed with text as well as me being able to understand Photoshop, which allowed my to know which tools would benefit the page. This was useful when editing the image as I could erase any blemishes and remove the background easily. I am satisfied with the images chosen which I took however the bottom left corner does not look very bright nor vibrant. Therefore the next editors part I need to ensure the font is bold and looks intriguing to read. Although, the use of the fun image below does enhance the positive view of the magazine I want to portray. I like the fonts I have decided to use as there is a variety to make it look more interesting. However there is quite a lot of content and writing on this page which causes it to look quite overbearing, therefore I need to ensure I write briefly to still intrigue the audience to want to read the rest of the magazine.

Front Cover Page

This is my front cover page for my preliminary task:

My front cover looks very pretty due to the pastel colors showing a clear target audience however I feel that as an actual magazine it needs to be slightly darker but still use quite vibrant colors to ensure that features and regulars for example stand out. I found that my skills using Photoshop have significantly improved as I was unsure how to do this at the beginning, but have found that I have created a good school magazine using a variety of tools on Photoshop. The main image I have used, clearly demonstrates the concept of my magazine being based on style and dress codes for school however still includes positive content about what to or not to do for your 6form school. When looking at my magazine I have realized there is no clear demonstration of the magazine being based on 6 formers only, therefore to improve this particular magazine I need to ensure I display the logo or harris federation 6form logo to create a clear representation of it being based for 6formers in particular. Although, the name for the magazine has '6F' in standing for 6form therefore the association is still there. Furthermore for my next magazine I design I need to ensure that the main image is the main attraction however the regulars and features are too. Therefore I could improve this by making them darker and the masthead bigger to bring the attention more towards the content of the magazine. Also there are no social media links for the magazine which is important to include in every magazine. The flash is not very intriguing, which is something I could have enhanced by enlarging the font for example or choosing a brighter color that stood out more prominently. This is similar with my bottom strip, although it is bright I needed to make the font bigger and/or bolder to make it stand out further as it is meant to display and attract the target audience. All the other aspects of my magazine have mirrored my flat plan, color scheme and my overall plan therefore I am satisfied with the progress of this being my first magazine created.

14.11.16 - Weekly Update

My magazine front cover is finished. Using Photoshop I was able to learn the basics of how to create my front cover ensuring that I still used colours from my colour scheme. Using tools like: the spot healing brush, eyedropper, crop tool, magic wand, horizontal type, rectangle (shape) etc. At first I was testing what each tool done which allowed me to understand quicker how to use them, Last week I also chose my main image for the cover which is vital, I decided to use a picture with 3 models rather than 4 as it needed to take up less of the cover and allow space for the Articles etc. So that was everything last week I finished my front cover and next week I need to complete the contents page. Byeee!

07.11.16 - Weekly Update

So its been 2 weeks off from AS media! But I have been considering and still thinking about my magazine cover and I'm ready to get back. So get ready for more posts and updates. Byeee!