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Analysis Of Professional Analysis Of Professional Double Page SpreadsDouble Page Spreads
Q Magazine…
NME Magazine…
Large Image…
One large main image, with direct address. On the NME double page spread the image bleeds across the pages and is the
background of the article. Usually the image is on the left hand side to show the audience what the article will be about
however on both double page spreads the image is on the right, both breaking from the codes and conventions. The image
relates to the article, the genre and the stars personality. The image is aesthetically pleasing to the eye, making the reader
want to look
Quotes…
Quotes from the interviews are enlarged to engage the reader,
these may sometimes be used as the headline of the article. Drop
quotes are dropped on the article. Dropped quotes break up the text, they are usually controversial to
grip the reader, its generally the first thing the reader is drawn to making the reader want to read more. The
quotes neatly fit into the article.
Headlines…
The headline is usually bold and the name of the artist. However it can sometimes be a quote from the article.
Usually short and in a stylistic font which has
connotations of the artist featured or the genre of
the magazine, to draw the audience in. Informal
mode of address is used to make the reader feel
comfortable
Standfirst…
A standfirst introduces the article and is positioned underneath the headline. It may sometimes be
a quote or include the journalists name.
Columns…
Usually 2 – 3 columns used
Colour scheme is simple, only 3 colours are used to keep the
article simple and un-chaotic, the colours signify the genre and
represents the band
The by-lines are usually placed underneath the
heading, photo or stand first giving credit to the
photographer and journalist
Names included in the article are highlighted making them stand out.
Text is usually 11pt and is in Arial or a simple font, this is standard to magazines and
easy to read.
The stand first is placed underneath the heading to
introduce the article
Drop capital at beginning of article to show the reader where the article starts. The drop
capital is sometimes in a different colour making it stand out from the rest of the
article.
If the article is not finished arrows will point to next page (featured in the NME magazine). If the article is
finished a small box is used (featured in Q magazine)
The questions or sub sections are in bold, this separates the text making it easier for the
reader to read. It also lets the audience know what was said by the artists and what wasn’t.
Page numbers
Masthead from front
cover