In order to to get a structured view of how my final product will be and look like, I must first do a series of planning task.
Magazine Aesthetics
The prop used in this front cover is very unique and creative as it also compliments the models NVC and connotes wealth.
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The use of the close-up shot and the model and the tilting of his head really engages the reader when you first look at it.
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The use of the close-up side shot of the model and the lighting of the background really make the models stand out.
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I like the use of 3 different models that have separate NVC and poses but are all connected in hip-hop.
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I like the cloudy background and the models NVC. The background compliments the close-up shot.
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I like the use of the random pictures positioning on the DPS.
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The NVC of the model really connotes what type of genre the magazine will be on and it is a very attractive NVC.
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The use of red on this DPS is very creative and I also like the big J going down the middle of the right side.
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I like how the column backgrounds relates and compliments the setting that the model is in.
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I like how the model takes up both double spreads. This really brings the page to life.
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The position and action of the model in this contents page brings the page to life and makes it more attractive,
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This contents page has several different models who are each doing different poses which brings variety to the page.
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The position of images and columns are arranged in a very neat and tidy positions which makes is easier to read and more attractive.
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The background colour scheme of this contents page is very basic but effective as the black compliments the dark background of some of the images.
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The title "Contents" is written in big, bold block capitals which makes it easier to recognise.
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Drawn Drafts
Drawn Front Page Drafts
Drawn Contents Page Drafts
Drawn Double Page Spread Drafts
Digital Drafts (Photoshop)
Front Page Draft 1For this front page cover, I really want the main image and cover line to stand out and be the main attraction of the magazine. This is why the main image will be a close up picture to express the main images NVC.
Contents Draft 1This contents page will be a standard and usual contents page that features columns and text box. The main image will be more engaging than the other mixes however as it would have more significance.
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Front Page Draft 2For this front page cover, I would like the Masthead to be the main attraction, this is why it takes up most of the top of the page. This page will feature the main images name on top of the picture .
Contents Draft 2I wanted this contents page to be different from other contents page, this is why I made the main image much more engaging than usual. The columns will appear either side of the main image. In addition, there will be only one picture tat features on the contents page.
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Double Spread Drafts
With this double spread his shoulder will be connected to one side of the DPS so the pages do not effect the main images face. In addition, it will feature another picture of the subject.
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With this double spread I want the left side of the spread to be almost fully dedicated to the main image as it takes up the whole page. The right side will consist of all the make up a DPS.
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Double Page Spread Article (Written)
Genre Specific Poses and Costumes
Common Pose - Gun Sign
The common pose that is shown in these six pictures is the hand sign forming the shape of a gun. This is very common in the genre of rap/hip-hop. The effect that the gun sign has is that it is either pointing at the reader or at the own models head. I think this pose is used a lot as it expresses the violence that the rappers are related to and have been involved in. It is also used in order to send a message to the world that they have a violent side to them. Some of there NVC's have a very intimidating facial expression which could connote that they can be aggressive.
Common Costume - Chains and Jewellery
The common costume prop in these pictures is expensive chains and jewellery. This use of chains relates to rap/hip-hop as many of the artist from this genre are very wealthy and want to prove they have a lot of money. By flaunting the expensive chain shows how wealthy they are. The chains connote wealth and a prestigious lifestyle. Many of these rappers prefer to wear several jewellery items to show their expensive lifestyle and also to show there "bling" which is supposed to be quite prestigious in the music industry. |
Photographs
Front Page
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Contents Photo
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Double Spread Photos
College Photos
Firstly, I took a series of pictures in school using a plain background and a professional camera. It was hard trying to put the focus so the models eyes were not blurred, however I was extremely happy with my end pictures. I got a mixture of both close up and mid-shot pictures so there is a variety I can choose from.
The pictures I took outside school was also a productive session as I produced very good pictures, however it was very difficult to find a good background as we are in a natural background.
The pictures I took outside school was also a productive session as I produced very good pictures, however it was very difficult to find a good background as we are in a natural background.