Double page spread evaluation

KERRANG

images:Just under ¾ of the double page is images, with the main image covering 1 of the pages. All of the images are black and white which sticks to the colour scheme of the page. All of the images are of them recording which relates to the audience and helps create a atmosphere.

Colour scheme:The colour scheme follows the genre conventions of a rock music magazine by using black white and red. Red also has connotations of passion and anger which are usually associated with rock/metal music.

Text:The language used is informal with phrases like down ‘n’ dirty used throughout. This helps engage the audience and so they can relate to the magazine. Furthermore the heading of the article is on a slant which has connotations of teenage rebellion.

Layout:The layout of the page is very cluttered with very little white space. Is also follows the genre conventions of a rock music magazine by having lots of images. The pages also include a puff ‘world exclusive’ to engage the audience.

Top of the pops

Images:The page only has two main focus images which makes the page more organised. Both are in the same position making the pages symmetrical and visually appealing. However zayn has his arm across his body which relates to the article as is has connotations of being shy and defensive. Furthermore both of the boys are looking directly at the camera making it feel more personal like the article is aimed directly at them.

Colour scheme:The colour scheme is grey white and blue.The colour scheme matches the outfits of zaynand harry making the page visually appealing.

Text:The entire article is written in the first person by zayn and harry. This helps the article seem more personal and make the audience feel like they are being personally addressed by them.

Billboard

Image:On billboards double page spread there is only one large image.This creates more white space making the page organised and orderly. Showing the magazine is aimed at a more mature target audience.

Layout:The layout of the double page spread is simple and organised giving it a more sophisticated look. This appals to the magazines target audience of a mature female with a relatively high income. Colour scheme:

The colour scheme is plain with grey black and white as the main colours, with some pink features.The use of a plain colour scheme makes the magazine more unisex and creates a modern sophisticated look.

Font:The use of two font on the title catches the audiences attention and makes the title more interesting. whilst also still looking simple and sophisticated.