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My double page spread may challenge the usual conventions that double page spreads contain as i have decided to dedicate a whole half of the page to have a close-up camera shot of ROMY's face and a quote by her in the bottom corner, this is because ROMY is a new up-coming artist and therefore to portray her image out there will hopfully increase recognition of her as an artist and for her work.

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How does SENSATION double page spread challenge convention?

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How does SENSATION double page spread challenge convention?

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How does SENSATION double page spread develop convention?

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How does SENSATION double page spread develop convention?

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I have developed convention on my double page spread by experiemnting with different texts and formats to create effects. This is shown by using a transparent effect on a box to create a smooth transition from the text to the page. The pull quote is an example of this, as the text around the pull quote continues to flow. I have also considered the importance of a main title. which has been kerned and adjusted to fill the space and uses capital bold lettering.

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How does SENSATION double page spread follow convention?

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How does SENSATION double page spread follow convention?

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My double page spread follows the typical convention as it uses columns of texts to complete the layout of the double page spread. I have decided to use 1 main image to cover the RHS of the page as this directly relates to the article i have written, and provides the audience with a visual to add colour and brightness to the page, and also follows convention as this is a common feature that double page spreads tend to have. I have located my music magazine logo on the top of the page to stick to the theme and style of my magazine, and also remaining consistant by continuing to use different shades of purple.

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How does SENSATION contents page challenge convention?

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How does SENSATION contents page challenge convention?

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My contents page challenges the typical convention as i have decided to take on a more structured and teen-friendly approach. This was done by slightly altering the mood and tone by using a darker shade of purple instead of a lighter purple which as been used throughout the process. I have also used a lot of blocks and boxes specifically when creating the column, this was an attempt to make it a lot easier for the reader to identify the contents and is more friendly to my younger target audience, than perhaps the usual contents page layouts which simply use text on a plain white background.

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How does SENSATION contents page develop convention?

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How does SENSATION contents page develop convention?

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My contents page develops convention as i have used a wide range of fonts, font sizes and styles to break down the columns further. This was to draw attention to different parts of the contents, the headings are in a larger font as they are of more importance, whereas the information provided underneath the sub-heading is not that important, and therefore is less of a focus point. I hace used structured images to give the reader an insight into what they should expect from the magazine, the image of ROMY is larger as she is a greater focus in this addition of the magazine.

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How does SENSATION contents page follow convention?

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How does SENSATION contents page follow convention?

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My contents page follows convention as uses columns to present its text. This follows convention as many contents pages have this characteristic. It is an organsied and efficent way to present the contents, using main headings, sub headings, smaller text and page numbers. I have used 1 column on the RHS which is split under the relevant headings 'News and Reviews', 'Interview with ROMY', 'The Brits' and 'UK top 40'. The rest of the space is split into sections containing photos of artists and bands with the page numbers located in the corner, so it is easily accessible to the reader. This also follows convention and provides a more visual insight into the magazine, and adds brightness and colour. At the bottom is a message from the editor of the magazine, which is also a common characteristic which summerises the purpose of the magazine and provides an introduction. I have included page numbers and relevant imagery, alongside sticking to the house-style an the colour scheme of purple throughout, as it is important to remain consistant. The date is also located at the top.

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How does SENSATION challenge convention?

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How does SENSATION challenge convention?

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My magazine challenges convention as i have not included any anchourage text on my front cover, simply because i believe the sub-heading speaks for itself and it may ruin the front cover effect as the added text could make the cover look over-crowded and may drain the attention of the main image.

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I have developed convention by altering and adjusting the colours, text, images and presentations in order to suit my genre of music and also appeals to my target audience. I have used Romy as my model and used editing techniques such as altering the brightness of the image and focusing on her facial features to create a suitable 'pop image'. I have used a purple theme as this colour appears to my target audience of teenagers 14+ and predominately for the female gender. This colour not only fits the critrea, but is also a simple yet professional look for the magazine. I have experiemented with Kerning and changing various fonts and font sizes to draw attention to different parts of the front cover. The white lettering on the background draws attention as the colours complement each other, however a much larger font size and style is used for the anchourage text to draw attention to the main image.

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My magazine follows convention as it includes the common features of what a music magazine should have, e.g. Mastehead, Main Image, Anchourage Text, Sub-headings, Date and Issue and a Barcode. The masthead is loacated at the top of the page and uses capital letters for emphasis. My main image is a close-up shot, focusing on the facial features of the pop star. The facial expressions symbolises the typical sassy pop star, and with the use of depth of field, direct eye-contact is made to draw attention to the audience. The use of costume, hair and make-up also represent teen pop stars in todays society. On the LHS, sub-headings go down vertically to give a taste of what will be included in the magazine, and the use of anchourage text complements the main image used. All these features follow standard convention.

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Use, development and challanging conventions of media products

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Use, development and challanging conventions of media products

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USE
It is important that music magazines use and follow convention as it makes it easy to identify and can be familiarised by an audience. All magazines follow convention so their media products are able to compete with the existing magazines on the market and can easily be recognised. The concept of convention allows the audience to decide which magazine they would like to purchase, based on the genre of music that is portrayed by the model on the front cover image, or by the colour scheme and text. E.g. someone who is interested in punk music may look out for a magazine which uses a very dark colour scheme and black text, or perhaps a person who is dressed messy and the use of heavy metal instruments.
DEVELOPMENT
Media products develop conventions by looking for common features and similar patterns on a magazine. By following convention, the mashead of the magazine is usually loacted on the top of the page in bold writing, followed by a one or 2 main images of the singer/band, aiming to attract the audience as this is the most noticable feature. Anchourage text and sub-headings are used on the front to introduce the contents of the magazine, and should have a barcode (usually in the corner) and the date and issue number. These features are important when sticking to convention as these elements remain consistent when developing a front cover.
CHALLENGE
Some media products on the market do not always follow convention. This may be to take a unique approach in appearance and attract a more niche audience, it is something different and is not mainstream, and this in itself may attract an audience. For example, Billboard has used a vertical approach to present their masthead, something that is not common with many magazines and therefore challenges convention.

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Analysis of existing music magazine 'Billboard' and the form and conventions it posses:

A common feature of Billboard is the use of its masthead. It's trademark makes it identifiable and its logo also symbolises the proffessional simplicity of the magazine's housestyle. It is always located either at the top of the magazine horizontally, or vertically on the left-hand side of the front cover and is consistent in its use of black, bold ext. I have also implemented this style of masthead into my music magazine, to replicate the effects as they are both of pop genre. Sensation is written in an metalic, more wide-spread font across the top to follow convention.

Billboard uses a monochrome theme to emphasis the bright colours used in the masthead and the subtitles on the LHS. The use of both a black and white theme and the colour red both complement and contrast each other, creating a very eye-catching front cover. I have incorporated a purple theme on my front cover, as i wanted to create a friendly teen, yet professional appearance for my target audience. The use of white text on a violet background creates a more calm and chill mood, which also reflects the some of the music that is portrayed in my music magazine, however still follows magazine convention as all the common features; anchourage text, masthead, main image, pug, barcode and sub-text is included.