Photographs

Shot Schedule and Shot List

Shot List

1:
A shot of the model playing the guitar, looking as though they are performing. The lights would be head on and little background would be visible.

2:
A shot of two band members looking directly into the camera.

3:
 A shot of a guitar player on their front, with a band member on his side, the light will becoming coming from the camera angle, with a white background.

4:
A front shot of a band, four men dressed in smart suits with white shirts like traditional Rock and Roll artists. The shot will consist of the men pulling faces to express the personality of the band or pretending to look at an object within the shot.

5:
A shot of a drummer on a blue drum kit, dressed in a suit. The camera will be at a low camera angel.

6:
 A shot of a female soul singer in red clothes, a leather jacket and holding a microphone. She will not wear shoes. The shoot will be with a black background and the singer will lay on the floor and look as though singing to an audience. Alternatively, she will be standing up singing with a bold expression on her face, whilst her arm is in the air as though she is yelling.

middle page skeleton diagrams

The first design I made includes a large photograph that would spread through a large percentage of the page as this will get most attention. An example of this is the article titles 'Magic and Loss.'

Then I decided to put a quote in the middles of the text, so the text will act like a border causing the reader to acknowledge the quote, making them more interested in the article. After this, I put a photograph at the top right hand corner so not all of the main features are on the left page. The effect of this is that the pages wont look too crowded. Also, I decided to put the text around it so it will direct the readers eye's into looking at the photograph.

For the second diagram, I only included one photograph so I could include more text. In the middle pages I analysed, they included lots of writing and information. So I wanted to see if the page would look professional if it includes lots of information. I would display a bordered section on the right page because the information I would put in here would stand out against the rest of the page, meaning more attention would be paid too it.  The article regarding Jimi Hendrix uses this effectively. Also, it means that not all the main features are on the left page causing it to be busy.

For the last page, I again included a large photograph that would cover the majority of the double page spread. Then I decided to put the Title in the middle of the top half of the page because it makes the reader's eye's draw to both of the pages. I decided not to use a quote on this page because  I have used lots of quotes on the other parts of my magazine and I don't want it to become repetitive and boring. Also, I put a picture on the right hand page too spread the features of the magazine out, so the page does not get too crowded or busy. 

I put a large piece of text underneath the picture, as this is where the interview of the article would be.   This is presented in the article that presents Billy Gibbons that inspired me.The effect of having so much space for the interview emphasis to the reader the amount of relation and effort the artists puts in to the article; making the reader want to read more.

Middle page analysis

This magazine middle page features many images of a band that the article is discussing, they are mainly in the top part of the left page. The page is presented in this way to grab more attention as the reader will be able to see the band members in the images. In the photographs, their outfits consist of performing in a western fashion (in black and white), formal clothing and a coloured image of them performing. These images are presented as they contrast against each other so they stand out in order to grab the readers attention.

The article is presented in paragraphs, the most important part of the paragraph is in bold in order catch the readers eye, so they know what the article is about.  As the article is in set paragraphs, they act as a border to present the other features included on the page. This means that the the readers attention on directed into where the editor wants them to look. Between the paragraphs two quotes are included in a large text and in a different font so it will stand out. But it also includes a shape of cows head and stars on either side. The cows head links to the western theme displayed in the images, but it is in the colour red because it stands out against the white and black writing. Additionally, the stars are rating that other people have judged the band to be. This is displayed because it will instantly tell the reader the quality of the bands music and give them an idea of what the article is about.

In addition, an extra paragraph has been included on the far side of the right page. It is displayed in a black box to make it separate from the rest of the page. The effect of this is that it stands out from the rest of the double page spread.

This middle page spread shows an image that covers one of the double page spread to catch the majority of the readers attention. The picture shows the musicians posing in a river; the women is shown naked, whereas the man is displayed in formal wear. The contrast in their costumes will intrigue the reader because they will want to know why they are presented so differently.

A quote is given on the bottom, right hand side of the page to give the reader some information of the article. The text is given in the colour white to make it visible from the background. However, it also complements the adjacent page; this is because the page is white, matching the quote. The effect of this is that it will direct the readers eyes towards the quote, which is where the editor wants the reader to look.

The title 'Magic and Loss' uses a different font from the text and is in the shape of a semi-circle. This is because is makes is stand out from the rest of the page and it is the first thing that the readers see. Also, the use of stars are used around the title' this is to emphasis the idea of 'magic' in the article. However, it links to the quote displayed on the right page as this also has star shapes around it. 

These pages are discussing the singer 'Jimmy Hendrix.' On the left hand side of the left page, a border is included to bring the readers attention towards the article and image; this is done to persuade the readers to read the article. In addition, it compliments the right page as it also features a block shape in the colour black. This means that the border and this shape reflect of each other and it directs the reader what to read. The editor has done this as they want the reader to acknowledge the information presented in the black areas of the page.

A large title in the middle of the double page reads, 'Are You Experienced?' It is displayed in black because it is the opposite colour of the background, this means it will standout. It is across the middle of the pages because it brakes the traditional structure of a middle page in a magazine. More often than not, the title is as the top of the left page. The effect of this is that the it will grab more attention because it contrasts to the rest of the pages.

A colour scheme of red, black and white is included to influence the reader's eyes and direct them where to look as the colours dramatically reflect of each other. The subtitle 'Hendrix' is in the colour red to show the importance of Jimmy Hendrix; if the reader is not aware of who this is, they will be interested in the article because they will want to know who 'Hendrix' is and why he has power.

contents page skeleton diagram

The first skeleton diagram is over a double page because I preferred the double page spreads in my analysis of magazine content pages. This is because more information and photographs can be included within the page.I have also used a badge to give additional information, the result of a badge is that it will grab the attention of he reader, this can be seen in 'Classis Rock's' contents page. However, I felt as though circular badges look more professional as they look neater in comparison to more unusual shaped badges.
I put the context on either side of each page so it acts as a border, this means that the writing also helps direct the reader to look at the pictures and badges, this means that the techniques used on the page will increasingly grab the readers attention and tell them what is in the magazine. Moreover, as the writing is on either side of the page meaning that it is clear to read as it is away from any other techniques included. Through all of the skeleton diagrams, I have put a title of the top of each page that will able 'content,' so it is clear to all readers that this page will give them the content information.

The second skeleton is a single content page like the contents page from the magazine 'UNCUT.' I've designed this as his means not very much will be on the page making it very simple. This means it will be effective because there will be one large picture to grab maximum attention, instead of many techniques that would make the page busy. Also, I've put the content of the edge of the page because if the magazine was folded, it would still be clear to see the content and it is obvious to see that this writing is the content.

The last skeleton diagram is also a double page spread, however, only two large images are used, like in 'Classic Rock's' magazine. As a result, other techniques such as badges wont be necessary to grab the readers attention. Unlike the fist diagram, the content is on the right hand side on the page. This means that the pages have matching structure and it will look professional. Also, if the magazine was folded it would still be clear to read the contents. However, the left hand side of the page would be less easy to read, so it would be more clear to put the content of he let side of the left page.

contents page conclusion

After analysing rock and roll magazine content pages, I have decided how I want to design my contents page for my magazine.

Firstly, I discovered that I prefer double page spreads than single page because the structure of the page mean that more can be put on the pages. Therefore, more photographs and titles can be included to allude the reader about what in the magazine. As a result the reader would become more interested in certain articles and the pictures in the page will hint to them what is in the article.

In addition, I think that a colour scheme of three colours would work best to compliment the page. This is because the colours reflect of each other, therefore they would direct the reader in to what is most important on the page.Therefore the reader definitely knows what I want them to see.  I think three main colours would work best because it will not crowd the magazine page; but it will still make it bright but also neat. Furthermore, as the readers will remember the colour scheme, in future issues they will remember past issues. Also, when seeing these colours they will be reminded about the issue, this will spread the popularity of the magazine.

The use of picture is one of the most effective ways to grab the readers eye because it instantly gives the reader an idea of what the contents of the page is about.  One way to get the attention of the reader is to make the model with in the picture look directly in to the camera. This means that the eye contact will force the reader to look at this picture. As a result, the reader will then see the other factors used on the page and will begin to be intrigued and read the magazine.
On the other hand, I think that the use of one main image will get most attention as it will be the largest element of the page. Usually, the image has a relation to something that has been popular recently. So, people will be interested in the picture as it is something that the majority of the public are aware of.
In addition, the use of small images help get attention as one the reader is attracted to this page, the smaller images show more of the content of the magazine. This means that the reader will then read through the contents to find certain article, and will come across more articles they wish to read.

The use of a border would benefit the magazine page because it will give the page even more of a structure. The border would consist of the colours from the colour scheme, this would direct more attention to some factors of the page. However, it shouldn't  go round all the page as it may make the page look smaller and less information would able to fit on it. It could only be included on one set of parallel sides.
But this technique of using a border is not necessary as it doesn't give information and doesn't grab as much attention as other techniques.

Contents page anaylsis