Music Magazine Task : Planning & Time Management

My Teacher and I discussed the planning and time management that is necessary to achieve an appropriate shot. I will blog all of the tiny steps I take into arranging the magazine, from taking the initial image all the way to editing the front page. 

It will be beneficial for my also as It will help my handle each task ahead of me one by one, which will reduce confusion. I am going to discuss with my actor when we are both available, where we will take the shot and what props will be used. Once we have arranged each one of the steps, I will blog it to make sure I am keeping track of my progress.

Music Magazine Task : Centered Genre

Here is a rapper who fits into my ideal photo. He gives a good urban
vibe through his clothing and the background. This image is clearly
professionally took by experienced photographers. I do not expect to
achieve an image like this however do think it is a good example
for what I am looking for.

For my music magazine task, I want to achieve a urban hip-hop theme similar to that of Vibe Magazine's. I know this is probably the best genre to centre my magazine around as it is a music type which I am interested in and up to date with. I should take the aspect of my magazines theme in consideration when crafting a plan. E.g. My actor should use a specific pose, look a specific way. The Mise-en-scene should give a narrative of hip-hop culture. My location should be within a suitable location. Taking all these things into consideration, I will be able to achieve a believe-able front page for my magazine.

Vibe Magazine Analysis : Colour Palette

Vibe Magazine uses very basic colours that stand out and catch the readers eye. The most common colours are white, black and a key bright colour. These colours are both urban and very simple. The reason why it decides to use two simple black and white colours and then a bright vibrant colour is so that it catches the reader's eye on shelves.

Vibe Magazine Analysis : Title

The title 'Vibe' is a very simple, catchy title that is rememberable. It matches the magazines theme, as a very urban and relaxing 'vibe'. In addition this this, we know that the original colour palette of the magazines use 3 colours. 2 of which are black and white so that the brighter colour will become more eye catching. This matches the magazine's title as it's house style is very simple and clear.

Vibe Magazine Analysis : House Style

Vibe have a common theme of featuring very successful artists on their front pages. This makes it feel more professional to the reader. It is features really bold text that stands out on the page, making keywords in a bigger size. This is very catching to the human eye and are likely the draw attention when displayed on shelves. The keywords that are displayed in a bigger size are words that may grab the readers attention. E.g. Celebrities names.

Vibe Magazine Analysis : Price

The price that Vibe Magazines are available for are around £3.99 - £4.99. However, they also offer a subscription for £6.65 for 6 issues. I can use this information to assume it's audience in terms of age varies as the £3.99 issues are one that can be bought by older teenagers to young adults from pocket changes, whereas the £6.65 seems something that a older person may purchase.

Vibe Music Analysis : Genre

The genre Vibe Magazine is mostly associated with is urban hip-hop and rap music. I know this because it features many rap artists on their front pages in selected issues. The genre featured also reflects the target audience as rap is mostly seen to be associated with an young, male audience. However, it also features several R&B artists which may appeal to a female audience as the genre is mostly associated with females.

Vibe Magazine Analysis : Gender

Vibe Magazine's targeted gender is mostly males. This is because the rap genre is mostly associated with males rather than females. However, the magazine does also feature several R&B and dance music singers like Rihanna. When celebrities like Beyonce and Nicki Minaj it is likely going to appeal to the female audience.

Vibe Magazine Analysis : Age Range

Vibe Magazine's age range appears to be from 18-35 year olds. This age range appears to be the ones most up-to-date with hip-hop and rap music which Vibe is associated with.

Vibe Magazine Analysis : Audience.

Vibe magazine is aimed at young adults and people who are with the times on hip-hop and R&B music. This is mostly teens to young adults however it may appeal to a older audience.

Personal Improvements

Pictures

• I should try to add some variety by giving different types of pictures (close-ups etc)
• I should take the text space in consideration before taking a shot.
• I should take mise-en-scene, background and narrative to make.

Editing

• I should make sure the page numbers make sense on my contents page.
• I should plan ahead and take more time when in photoshop

More Style Models

Here are some more style models I have took several ideas from to help improve my pre-lim task to maximise it's appeal.

Contents Page

I have finished my contents page using the same techniques used for my front page

Frontpage Photoshop Editing

For my pre-lim tasks front page, I have:

• manipulated the layers to make it look more appealing
• removed several backgrounds
• added other external pictures such as the logo
• added several effects to the text such as shadows and inner glows

With a few days of photoshop practise i believe i have been able to make an appropriate front page for my pre-lim task. I have also included the style model my front page is inspired by.