Deconstructing Double Page Spreads.

Dominant Image. The dominant image is the main and only image in this DPS. The image is of Taylor Momsen, the person who is being interviewed. The image also blends in with the background colour of the article.

Pull QuotesThis quote is taken from the main body of text and is highlighted by the different colours of the next and the background of pink makes it stand out.

Article TitleThe article title is displayed using different fonts, and colours that will stand out against the background

KickerThe band name is used as a

kicker in order to draw readers in. Fans of the The Pretty Reckless may be flicking

through the magazine and the kicker will draw their attention

to the article.

Sub Head.The sub-head gives readers an idea of what will be discussed

in the interview. Taylor Momsen’s name and her band

name are displayed in a pink font so that readers will know

who the article is about if they don’t recognize the picture.

ArticleWithin the main article, the questions asked during the

interview are displayed in pink texts, and Taylors answers in

white text, so that readers are able to distinguish who’s

saying what. The interview is mostly likely conducted in an informal tone as the purpose

of the interview is to get to know the front-woman of the

band better.

Drop CapsA capital letter displayed in a different colour at the beginning of the article is used to hook the reader in.

Article TitleThe title of the article is

displayed in a bold font that stands out against the

background because of its contrasting colour. The bands

name is also shows above the article title in a larger font so that readers know who the article is about if

they don’t recognize the image.

Dominant ImageThe main image is of the band that are featured in

the article. Their image takes up most of the DPS so

that it is clear they are the main selling point of this

article. There is also a small caption included about the main image in the top-right

corner.

Sub HeadThe sub-heading of this article tells readers what the band will be discussing in this interview. The sub-heading uses colloquial language which suggests that the interview will be informal. This style of interview may help the fans to relate to the band more. The sub-head is displayed in the same way as the article title but because it is smaller it can be identified as the sub-head and not the main article title.

Pull QuoteThe pull quote is displayed in a bold white font in order to draw readers attention. The member of the band that said the quote is also displayed alongside it.

Drop Caps. The drop cap is displayed in a bold white font but it also includes a quotation mark, which tells the readers that it is the band that is speaking from the beginning of the article.

BylinesInformation about the photographer and interviewer are displayed in a very small font as it is not a key feature of the article.

ArticleThe article is displayed in a smaller white font and includes all members of A Day To Remember and not just the front-man. The article is written in an informal tone so that the personalities of the band may show more, making it easier for their fans to connect with them.

Article TitleThe title is displayed in a red font. There is no specific title

but rather just the artists name is used to draw in the

readers.

Dominant ImageThe main and only image takes up half of the DPS and depicts the artists being interview.

Sub HeadThe sub-heading of this

article hints at things that the artist will talk about

during this interview. It is intentionally vague and

including things like the KKK will shock the reader and

intrigue them so that they’ll be more interested in

reading the article.

Pull QuotesA pull quote is displayed on the main image to draw readers attention. The quote is humorous which may indicate that it is an attempt to show readers that this article is funny as well as informative. The red block above the quote contrasts the green background of the image, which makes it more noticeable.

ArticleWithin the article, questions are displayed in a bold black

font as they are important for readers to see. The

names of people who have sent in the questions are

also displayed in a smaller red font.

Drop CapsIn this magazine, the drop cap is the same style as the magazines logo, giving the magazine a consistent theme.