Evaluation

I have learnt hot use Photoshop as I had no idea how to use it before it was quite difficult. Also I feel I have been able to learn how editors make the important decisions of the layout as where things go are very important. I used the common conventions of a magazine such as Mastheads, subheadings, pull qoutes margins, etc.
If i were to change anything i would make the writing clearer on the double page spread so it would stand out and catch the readers attention however i like the pull quote net to the image as it give a sense of the artist talking to the reader. also I feel the white space makes the page seem less crowded.
I felt overall the pages came out nicely and looked professional even though I have never used the software before.

Double page Spread

contents

front page

Photoshop

Some image ideas

These are pictures of a big stage which gives the reader an insight of the sheer size of the event. this will make the reader want to be a part of it.

Analysis of Look and Now contents page

Both Look and Now magazine are aimed at teenagers which is why I want to see how they are laid out compared to Q which is aimed at an older audience.

Look also continues the font and colours of pink and black from the front cover this is used to not confuse the reader. Like Q Look uses mainly black writing in the contents page as it is easier to read because black stands out more. The title of the contents incorporates the name of the magazine 'Look this week' it is clever and catchy and also conveys the purpose of the page.

Look uses common conventions of a contents page such as page numbers and photos of some of the content of the magazine. for example there is an image of JLS with a caption that says 'The JLS boys go geek chic' their faces are code for happiness and fun as they are smiling and posing acting like 'geeks' which gives an insight into the article. also the colours in the photos are bright and quirky.

Also there are headings and subheadings which stand out as the colours are inverted as the writing is white and the background is black.

An important convention of the contents page is the page number as it can often be overlooked and give a clear identification of what page you are on and makes it clear which page you want to go to.

Now also uses common conventions of a contents page such as headings "Newsflash!" subheadings "On the cover" and the page numbers. Unlike look it incorporates others such as the date.The image is of celebrity's in 'I'm a celebrity this relates to the target audience as it gives the reader an insight into the celebs.

Now usually uses the colours pink and white which appeals to more of the female audience it also making it colourful and appealing to the reader. The colour blue is also incorporated as well as it is used in the name of the magazine.