Final Evaluation

Mrs D

Well done Hannah. This is a good draft. Slow down a bit and think about how you will end the presentation. You also could compare your product to RMAs and point to the things you are discussing to make it more natural. Great terminology and understanding of c and cs. What about Representing social groups? Do more on young females. I look forward to seeing the final draft.

Evaluation Mock

BEAT Final Front Cover Page

BEAT Final Contents Page

BEAT Final Double Page Spread

BEAT Front Cover Draft

BEAT Contents Page Draft

BEAT Double Page Draft

BEAT Contents Page Draft

BEAT Double Page Drafts

BEAT Contents Page Draft

BEAT Front Cover Draft

Mrs D

This looks really good Hannah. You may want to print and check that some of your text doesn't 'bleed' off the page. You show good understanding of layout design. Try and vary font sizes as well as type on your front cover.

BEAT Contents Page Draft

BEAT Cover Page Draft

Dolby

I love the layout, house style and variety on your contents page- i would look at the font choice for the main text though- stick to basic and easy to read- maybe Times New Roman. look back to RMA's to compare. Also, don't have too much blank space.

BEAT Contents Page Draft

BEAT Front Cover Draft

Mrs D

This is coming on really nicely. Make sure the cover lines don't bleed over the edges and work on the top cover lines and title. The placement is not as successful as the bottom ones.

BEAT Front Cover Draft

Mrs D

This is a great draft Hannah. Well done. Try and consider your genre of music as I'm not sure it is easily recognisable for a your audience. Think about the use of colour and link to the type of music you are covering. Look back at your RMAs in order to help you.

I would agree- just a few tweaks but looking godd. Dolby

Front Cover Drafts

Front Cover Drafts

Potential Front Cover Images

TM Feedback

Female, 17;

"I think these pictures really go with the headline. I think the first one looks good, i think the "Beat" header is in the crrect place, and leaves space for coverlines around the edge of the image. The blank background puts emphasis on the picture, which i think entices he audience by the model looking directly into the camera, and also prodces quite a sexy/rockchick look with the bite of the lip

I think the second image also looks good - but maybe not so much as a front cover. It looks more casual as the model is laughing and would maybe be more suitable for an inside story. However, f you were going to use this for a front cover is shows a more light-hearted and laid back approach to the magzine as the model looks like she is enjoying herself.

The third image is also one of my favourites along with image number 1. I think the seting of he image shows that it is a msic magazine, because of the headphones and the amp. The model also looks like a rockchick because of the leather trousers. I think the bright background compliments the image and maks the headline stand out more. Having all the space around the edge puts emphasis on the image, which present a quite casual but clearly focused and musical approach. There is also enough space to incorporate subheadings etc around the edge of he top right of the magazine!

I don't like the black white of style number 4. Even though it puts a lot of emphasis on the title of the magazine, i think the colours of the previous images look more aesthetically pleasing and visuall dynamic, atracting the reader."

Male, 16;

"My favourite two are the top right image and the bottom left image due to the photographic quality. These images look best for the style and genre of the magazine as the model looks happy creating a more laid-back approach to the magazine. The styling is also significant because it shows the model's edgy fashion therefore suggesting the genre of an indie rock magazine. The backgrounds of both these images are effective as well as they add emphasis on the model and title, making both stand out more and grab the attention of the reader"

Potential Images To Be Used

These images are potential images for the front cover of the music magazine. They are close-up images of the artist, as this is appropriate in showing clearly who the featured artist is and the facial expressions can be used to connote the atmosphere of the magazine. The purpose of the front cover is to sell the magazine to the consumer, therefore the main image not only has to the grab the attention of the customers but also should also fit in with the house-style of the magazine. The props used in these images are significant as these connote the genre of the music; this is due to the headphones, jewelry and contrast of the artist's hair and lips with the blank background. The headphones match the title of the magazine, as they both suggest a pop/ dance genre. Image 1 shows the artist biting her lip; this expression shows sex appeal but could also be seen as too provocative for the genre and target audience of this magazine, therefore I won't be using this image for the front cover, as i don't want to attract the wrong audience. The second image shows the artist laughing. I like this image as it creates a fun atmosphere which can connote the youth of the artist yet also the target audience as the magazine is aimed at teenagers between 16-18years. The third image shows the artist pulling a smiling facial expression. This image is effective as the eye-contact reaches the audience and the artist's piercings show her unique style, suggesting a unique style of the magazine. However, this could be seen to attract a younger audience than expected, therefore Image 2 is the most likely image i will use for the cover image.

These are potential images that i could use inside the magazine, either on the contents page or the double page spread. I like the colour contrasts of these images as they are ideal for the target audience but also would attract the consumers. The styling of the artist is unique and suggests the genre of the magazine, and the props of the amplifier and headphones is used to also suggest the genre. The mid-shot of these images is used to capture the whole body of the artist therefore showing the outfit of her yet also featuring the artists' facial expression. This is useful as Image 3 shows the artist laughing, which matches the previous image that will potentially be used for the front cover (image 2) therefore it is likely that this image will be used in the magazine.

Mrs D

There is lots of detail here. Well done. Don't forget to make the genre of music clear to the audience with your font choices.

Font Choices

Text Font 1

This font, "Kozuka Gothic Pro EL" is basic and easy to read and is therefore appropriate for this magazine. However, it may be too simple, resulting in the magazine not having a unique style.

Text Font 2

This font is called "Kothica" and is a simple and bold font, making it easily readable. However, due to the heading's and sub-headings also being in bold, it is likely that it may look out of place.

Text Font 3
This font, "Grenoble Light SF" is still basic and simple to read, yet is slightly more unique to other fonts used in music magazines. This is th font i am most likely to use, as it is bold, readable and looks effective.

Sub-Heading Font 1
This font, "Blippo Light SF" is a possible font for the sub-headings of my magazine. I like this font as it is unique, bold and eye-catching. It's visually dynamic so makes the magazine mroe attractive.

Sub-Heading Font 2

This font is called, "Firenze SF," I like it as it is more different than a basic font, however is still simple and readable. On the other hand, i don't think i'll use this font, as it is similar to the text font i have decided to use, and therefore the two fonts wouldn't compliment each other.

Sub-Heading Font 3

This font, "Footlight MT light" is unique and different, yet also readable, bold and simple. However, for the task i have been set i don't think this font would be appropriate and think it would better suit a newspaper.

Heading Font 1
This font is bold, and eye-catching. It is called, "Basic Sans Heavy FM" and would be effective in grabbing the attention of the reader. However the font isn't extremely visually effective and therefore wouldn't help the magazine look more attractive.

Heading Font 2

This font, "Ed Gein" is effective in suggesting a rock genre of the magazine, as the distressed look suits the distressed style of rock music. However, i don't want a font that suggests a specific genre, and this font is also similar to the style that is used for Kerrang! magazine, therefore wouldn't succeed in making the magazine individual.

Heading Font 3

This font is called, "Hand of Sean" and looks as if it has been hand-written. I like this font, as it is unique and bold, and therefore would grab the reader's attention. However, i don't like the hand-written effect and thinks it looks unprofessional, resulting in this font being unlikely to be used.


Heading Font 4
This font, "Adobe Heiti std R" is put with a black and white background. I like this font as the colours contrast to make the heading bold and eye-catching, yet the font is still readable. This is the font i am most likely to use as i think it is unique and will be appropriate for the style of the magazine.

Colour Schemes

One of the potential colour schemes i decided on was Purple and white. i chose these colours are there isn't another magazine on the market with a similar colour scheme, so would be unique and stand out. The colour is also eye-catching and bold against the white background. However, the purple colour may appeal more greatly to a female audience, which minimizes the potential target market, limiting the amount of people the magazine attracts.

The other colour scheme i liked was Grey, White and Turquoise. I think these colours compliment one another, yet also contrast in order to appear bold and eye-catching. The grey colour can also be used to show the rocky genre of the magazine, however the turquoise and whtie will be used to prodimantly show the other genres that will be included in the magazine. The turquoise colour is bright and will grab the attention of the reader, without limiting itself to a specific gender, therefore appealing to the widest audience. The colours also don't suggest a specific genre of music, yet they can be used with different fonts and images if i wish to portray a specific genre.

Dolby

Lots of good ideas here, well done. start looking at colour schemes and fonts soon.

Double Page Layout 1

This is the first layout that I tried out for thedouble page spread, and shows the heading and sub-heading at the centre of the left page. This is successful as this is the first place the reader will initially look, therefore grabbing the attention of the reader. The main image is placed at the bottom of the left page, as i think this is more unique in a double page spread, as this isn't where the main image would normaly be placed. The text is in columns across the middle of the left page, with another textbox toward the bottom of the right hand page, left-aligned. The layout features two image at the top left and bottom rght of the right hand page. This is effective in relating to the interview therefore making the interview more attractive to the reader. There will be a box in the top right corner of the left page including extra artist information that may appeal to the audience; this could include information on upcoming music, tours or gossip from their personal life.

Double Page Layout 2

This is my second option for the layout of the double page spread. This layout features the main image in the centre, covering oth the left and the right page. This is effective as this creates a focal point of the artist and is the first thing the reader will notice when looking at the article. The heading and sub-heading will also be placed underneath this image, continuing the focal point and therefore grabbing the attention of the reader. There will be extra artist information in the top left corner of the left page, as this is away from the main text of the interview, therefore seperating itself and making an extra feature of the double page. The text begins in the bottom left of the left page, continuing in colums over to the right hand page. The final column on the right page will have an image within the text, resulting in the text being wrapped around the image. This is effective as it is more visually dynamic and will aid the information in the article.

Double Page Layout 3

This layout for the double page spread, shows where all the information, images and text, that the reader most enjoys, is placed. The page will be in an interview form, focused on the artist that is feature on the front page. There will be an image over the top half of the left page, with the heading and subheading of the feature placed overlapping it. This is effective as it will directly link the image to the interview, showing to the reader that this is the main feature of the magazine. The large image is also ideal as it is eye-catching and encourages the reader to read the article. The text will begin underneath the sub-heading, using a drop-cap for the first letter of the article. The layout shows and image in the centre of the textboxes, showing that the text should be wrapped around an image of the artist; this is also the effect of the image and textbox on the right hand page. The double page also features a box at the bottom of the right page outlining extra information about the artist that the reader may enjoy reading. This is my favourite layout, and is the layout i am most likely to use when creating the double page spread. I think it is most effective in portraying the information included in the interview to the reader and is also visually dynamic making it more attractive to read.

Contents Page Layout 1

This is the first layout i tried, and shows the contents of "This Week" and the regular Features on opposing sides on the page. This is effective as it seperates the new articles from the ones which are featured regularly. The layout shows the title left aligned, as it is on the front cover, which in effect continues the house style, and there will images on either side of the contents. This is done in order to relate to the features and articles and make it clearer for the audience to identify the page they wish to read. This is my favourite Layout design, so it is most likely the layout i will decide to use for my final page. However, as

researched, many magazines included an editor's note on the contents page, so i may also include an editor's note on mine.

Contents Page Layout 2

The second layout i tried out, features the title to the right of the page with the headings and contents directly underneath it. I like this layout as it keeps all of the contents in line and easily identifiable and the images will be left aligned and will relate to the features and articles of the issue. This layout is basic, yet the images allow the page to be more visually dynamic; i may choose to include and editor's note where Image 3 is placed, in order to give the reader a better insight into the past month behind the scenes of the magazine.

Contents Page Layout 3

I like this layout as it shows all the content directly down the centre of the page, making it the first thing noticed. The title is also placed in the centre at the top of the page, and the two headings, This Week and Features, are directly underneath. ither sides of the contents will be images relating to the pages and features of the magazine. If decided, i may use an editor's note to replace image 6, as this allows the reader to get an insight into what's happened since the previous month, and also gives an opportunity to locate other features. I would use page numbers to the left of each listing, and would continue the colour scheme of grey, white and turquoise.

Front Cover Layout 1

This layout features the title centralized at the top of the page, with the heading and sub-heading also centralised underneath this. Most magazines feature the title left aligned so this layout shows a different visual technique, therefore may appear more attractive for the reader. With the heading at the top of the page, it is clear to see that this is the main feature of the magazine and therefore gives an insight into the contents of the magazine. The main image acts as a background to the front cover, with the title, headings, coverlines and images placed on top. This is effective as it compliments the headings and appeals to the reader. The coverlines would be right-aligned to show the content of the magazine, so the reader knows where to look to find the features and decide whether to buy the issue, and the image showing the free posters within the magazine would be placed in the bottom left corner. I like this layout as it is slightly different from the traditional layout of a magazine, however i don't think it would compliment the simplistic font choice that i have chosen.

Front Cover Layout 2

This is my favourite layout as it shows clearly the different areas of the magazine and what's included. The title is placed in the top left corner so that it is easily and clearly noticeable for the reader and the main heading is placed underneath the title, right-aligned and over the main image. This is successful as it will compliment the image and is also one of the first things the reader will notice, and therefore will be effective in attracting them to buy the issue. The coverline's are listed to the left of the page, showing the content of the magazine and giving the reader an insight to the magazine. The image showing the poster's featured inside is placed in the bottom left corner, with a sub-heading to accompany this. The main image is over the whole page to supply a background and to also be eye-catching and noticeable.

Front Cover Layout 3

This layout shows the title in the top left corner, as this is the first place the reader looks when looking at the magazine. This is ideal as the title grabs the attention of the reader and encourages them to buy the magazine. The main image will be placed over the whole cover, with the coverlines, images and headings placed on top of it. Image 2 in the top right corner, will show the free posters included inside the magazine and also include a pug stating this. The main heading and its sub-heading will be placed centrally over the bottom of the image, attracting the reader to the feature and influencing them to buy the issue. This layout also shows two coverlines right aligned toward the top of the page, and a third left aligned at the bottom. The coverlines attract the reader as they give an insight into what is inside the issue, so will need to stand out. I like this layout as it doesn't over-crowd the page, therefore becoming easier for the reader to read.