Double page spread inspiartion

In this double page spread by Kerrang  I like the title as it stands out as each letter is in white with a black box behind it. This makes it seem like it is in the 70’s, which is effective. I like how the main image is huge on the right hand side; it makes the reader fully aware of who the writing is about. I like how there isn’t much writing and how it is set out on the bottom this makes it easy for the reader to read without losing interest. Although the double page is quite plain and this works I think there needs to be more detail to make the page look more interesting, as I think it looks quite boring. If I was to adapt something from this page onto my own I would use the huge picture to one of the sides, this is because I think it looks effective as it lets the read know who the page is about as soon as they go to read the page.

Contents inspiration

For the contents of kerrang magazine there is a lot of features I like. Such as the heading ‘this week’, I like how it is presented in a yellow box with black writing as it contrasts and makes it stand out from the rest of the writing. I also like how it is followed by a list with both the page number and heading on what the page is about as it shows what the main things of this issued magazine is. It is also easy to follow making the reader want to read those pages straight away. I also like the use of the images on the contents page, one big main image in the middle followed with small images that of bands/artists that are featured in the magazine around it, along with the page number and who it/they are. I also like the quote under the mast head as it gives the reader an idea of what context the will be reading in this magazine. Even though this contents page is plain it is effective, this is because the reader can read all the information on the page without getting confused or distracted. They can also read all the information given on the page without think that there was too much to read. If I was to adapt anything from this contents page onto my contents page I would choose to include a quote under my title of contents. This is because I think it gives it a personal touch and teases the read to read on and find out where the quote is from.

Contents inspiration

This contents from OK magazine immediately tells the reader that it is aimed at women because all photos on the contents are of women. Also when you start to read the information on the contents it is all aimed at women, such as fashion pages and diets. The feature I like the most on this contents is the small story at the top right hand side. I like it because it gives the women reading the magazine and taste of what is going to be featured inside, I also like how it is signed off at the bottom by the write of the story giving it a personal touch. Although there is a huge amount of writing on the page divided but my boxed headings I do not like the amount of writing featured on the page. This is because I think that the page is over powered with writing putting the read off reading right the way through it to see what is in the magazine. But a lot of writing on the contents page shows that the OK magazine features a lot. I like how the page number is in red and the information heading about the page is in black showing a clear separation of the both of them but also makes it easier for the reader to follow and understand. If I was to adapt something from this contents to my contents I would use the different colours of page numbers and the heading of what was on the page.

Contents inspiration

I like this contents from NME because it is full of infomation but is still easy to follow and read. It also attracts the attention of the read because of the distictive shapes that seperates up the text making it easier for the reader to read right through the whole of the text. I also like the use of black and red, because it makes it stand out. I like the use of the black box around around how to save £45 because it makes the yellow are white writing stand out as key infomation. It also makes the pictures of the different magazines stand out. I also like the band index which informs the reader what bands are included through out the magazine. I also like how the inmage is in the middle of the page, selling it as a main image. I could adapt the ideas of this contents page by using boxes around vital infomation to make it stand out from the rest of the infomation. I could also use boxes around titles to make the infomation easy to read and follow.

questions on audiences of magazines!

How much would you be willing to pay for an Indie Magazine packed with interviews, festivals guides and more?..........................................

What would you like to see in the magazine?(tick) festival quide......   exclusive interview.......  Latest gigs.....    free local gig tickets..... posters.......   other(please state)................................................

What attracts you most to a magazine(cover)? good subheading..... good magazine name..... pictures of bands...... bright colours........ other(please state)..............................................................................

What do you like to see in a magazine? interviuews.......  true stories....... latest fashion..... where you can but the latest things........ festival guides....... latestnews....... other(please state).......................................................................

On the magazine cover do you like to see....?  one huge picture..... lots of little ones......  middles sized picture with small ones around it .......

Does having lots of writing on the magazine cover...? Put you off...... makes you want to buy.......

Where do you think the best place for the magazine title is? ....................................................................

Does a free gift make you want to buy a magazine? yes......... no..........

Are adverts through out a magazine? good........ bad....... ok......... state why?...............................................................................................................................

an audience study of a typical OK Magazine reader

The person reading this magazine is more than likely to eat low fat things for breakfast such as 'special K'. I think the person who reads this magazine either cant drive so they use buses or have a average payed job that drive a convertable. I think they live at home with a family or live with their mam and dad. I think they drink water or things like natural juices. They like cooking programes and like to watch things such '90210'. They like chart music and like to keep up to date with it. They're favourite meal will m,or than likely be a fresh chicken salad or something like baked potatos. They dont watch sports but they like to work out and keep toned, watch/do work out programes. I think most girls who read this magazine will have a toned boyfriend/husband that likes to work out and keep thin by eating healthy foods. I think they go to places where they can relax and get a tan on holiday, places such as Greece. I don't really think this magazine has a certain type of person to vote for.  I think they go to bars such as quiet bars that not many people go to.

an audience study of a typical kerrang reader

the readers of Kerrang magazine like anything that is easy to make such as pizza for the night before for breakfast. The reader of this magazine is morethan likely to uses buses or metros as a form of transport as they will be young or dont have jobs to afford a car. They either have a flat or still live at home with either parents. I think the reader of this magazine will drink either alcohol or energy drinks as they are young and have a hard rock lifestyle. They don't really like TV shows but I think they watch music channels that include interviews with bands. They like heavy rock music. They prefer microwave ready meals or take-aways. I dont think the people that read this magazine do any sports as they are lazy and dont do much for themselves. I think the reader of this magazine either has a part time girlfriend/boyfriend or they are just single and enjoying their life while they are young. I don't think the reader of this magazine goes on holiday they much prefer going to festivals or staying at home partying while their parents are on holiday. This magazine doesnt influence voting. They go to bars where live bands play.