Saturday, 9 April 2016
Thursday, 7 April 2016
Tuesday, 5 April 2016
Evaluation of front cover, contents page and DPS
Evaluation of front cover, contents page and double page spread
Final double page spread
Final DPS
Text ;
TYME
“When you witness something like that, it changes your whole perspective. It affects you every second from then on. You question everything.
You question yourself. How am I going to change this?
How will I make a difference?”
The band “TYME” reveal the inspirational odysseys that impelled them to create their newest album with the most striking lyrics of the year - “As long as you care”.
Music has always been intimately intertwined with society, it has played a important part in our mundane (or not) lives. From reflecting diversity of attitudes in generations, to voicing powerful unforgettable revelations, music has withstood it all.
Actions speak louder than words. But can words give rise to action?
Travelling their world tour “TME” had one last country to visit – Hungary. The people of Hungary have immense passion for music, it is both part of their traditions and culture. With bands like 'The puzzle' and 'The moog' making huge waves in the Hungarian music industry. Indie rock has never been so acclaimed.
“It happened so suddenly, almost overnight!” Cleo from the band says, “we went from having 200 listeners, to 5500 fans, worldwide! with Hungary claiming first place” The band laugh and nod in agreement “it was almost too good to be true” Almost.
“While travelling from the cities of Budapest to Debrecen we passed through several poorer areas of the country. It was around 'Mezoszemere' when our bus broke down, so we decided to do some exploring whilst we waited for our reparations. When we came over this huddle of children, playing ball. We tried to introduce ourselves, but because of the language barrier we got no further than a greeting. But it wasn't necessary anymore once we started playing, they understood completely. I don't remember when the little huddle of children became a crowd, but there were at least 2 classrooms of kids, of all ages playing ball with us, it was crazy! I've never seen so many children with such energy”
Rae tells us.
The band tells us how they were surprised to see the children in the streets during school hours, they tried to ask the children but had difficulty with the language. However, a older child managed to explain why these children do not go school - they cannot afford to.
“It was a shock! These children with so much potential and energy have no liberty of employing it. Its overwhelming.”
What did you decide to do after this?
“We had to act. You see, every person has a few opportunities in their life to accomplish something major, something important. This was our call.” Gladys states.
“We created our own charity” the band tell us. The charity's purpose is to educate children, from building schools to paying for class and having mobile tutors. The schools will provide the skills needed in life and in the work world. By educating a child, you benefit the community. A ripple effect.
The band aim to raise money through selling their songs and have even produced a whole album dedicated to the cause “We hope that through raising enough money we can give back to the world, its done so much for us, its only natural to give back more. All the profit from the music that we make will go to this charity, in hopes to give the opportunity of education to all who ask, we want to make a change, and through music is the way to do it, we would love for our fans and listeners to benefit the cause by buying and streaming our album to help us, to help them.”
Text ;
TYME
“When you witness something like that, it changes your whole perspective. It affects you every second from then on. You question everything.
You question yourself. How am I going to change this?
How will I make a difference?”
The band “TYME” reveal the inspirational odysseys that impelled them to create their newest album with the most striking lyrics of the year - “As long as you care”.
Music has always been intimately intertwined with society, it has played a important part in our mundane (or not) lives. From reflecting diversity of attitudes in generations, to voicing powerful unforgettable revelations, music has withstood it all.
Actions speak louder than words. But can words give rise to action?
Travelling their world tour “TME” had one last country to visit – Hungary. The people of Hungary have immense passion for music, it is both part of their traditions and culture. With bands like 'The puzzle' and 'The moog' making huge waves in the Hungarian music industry. Indie rock has never been so acclaimed.
“It happened so suddenly, almost overnight!” Cleo from the band says, “we went from having 200 listeners, to 5500 fans, worldwide! with Hungary claiming first place” The band laugh and nod in agreement “it was almost too good to be true” Almost.
“While travelling from the cities of Budapest to Debrecen we passed through several poorer areas of the country. It was around 'Mezoszemere' when our bus broke down, so we decided to do some exploring whilst we waited for our reparations. When we came over this huddle of children, playing ball. We tried to introduce ourselves, but because of the language barrier we got no further than a greeting. But it wasn't necessary anymore once we started playing, they understood completely. I don't remember when the little huddle of children became a crowd, but there were at least 2 classrooms of kids, of all ages playing ball with us, it was crazy! I've never seen so many children with such energy”
Rae tells us.
The band tells us how they were surprised to see the children in the streets during school hours, they tried to ask the children but had difficulty with the language. However, a older child managed to explain why these children do not go school - they cannot afford to.
“It was a shock! These children with so much potential and energy have no liberty of employing it. Its overwhelming.”
What did you decide to do after this?
“We had to act. You see, every person has a few opportunities in their life to accomplish something major, something important. This was our call.” Gladys states.
“We created our own charity” the band tell us. The charity's purpose is to educate children, from building schools to paying for class and having mobile tutors. The schools will provide the skills needed in life and in the work world. By educating a child, you benefit the community. A ripple effect.
The band aim to raise money through selling their songs and have even produced a whole album dedicated to the cause “We hope that through raising enough money we can give back to the world, its done so much for us, its only natural to give back more. All the profit from the music that we make will go to this charity, in hopes to give the opportunity of education to all who ask, we want to make a change, and through music is the way to do it, we would love for our fans and listeners to benefit the cause by buying and streaming our album to help us, to help them.”
Monday, 4 April 2016
Thursday, 24 March 2016
Editing final picture with photoshop (on slideshow)
Editing the Pictures with Photoshop
Having chosen the best picture out of the numerous pictures from the photo shoot containing my models, i decided to experiment with the background as the original background was grey backdrop that does not suit accordingly to my indie rock magazine.
Having chosen the best picture out of the numerous pictures from the photo shoot containing my models, i decided to experiment with the background as the original background was grey backdrop that does not suit accordingly to my indie rock magazine.
Step by step editing of picture with photoshop with explanation
Wednesday, 16 March 2016
DPS photographs and colour scheme
DPS pictures
Slideshow of some of the DPS pictures
After gathering all my pictures, i decided on the best three which are suitable enough for my double page spread.
Low angle and low lighting torso shot
Low lighting and high angle torso shot
Bright lighting and front facing torso shot
The matching colours that can be considered to use for my second half of my double page spread are;
As an example -
Tuesday, 1 March 2016
Draft, evaluation and final contents page
Final Contents Page
Text and pictures
Evaluation
- include 3rd image
- aviod run in lines
- change title to just 'contents'
-move page numbers beside headlines
- change from "pg 23" to just number "23"
- add headlines and page number to all images
Text
Text and pictures
Draft 1
Evaluation
- include 3rd image
- aviod run in lines
- change title to just 'contents'
-move page numbers beside headlines
- change from "pg 23" to just number "23"
- add headlines and page number to all images
Final Contents Page after evaluation and editing
Text
FEATURES
Alicia Blue
Alicia
Blue’s comeback was welcomed with rave reviews, she discusses
her fight
for independence.
The Best Hotspots for the Greatest Live
Music
All
based
on
location, affordability and the best of vibes.
Upcoming World Tours: London
Once in a
lifetime opportunity to see your favourite artists, such as Antarctica and The
Graduates.
‘Dull Pencil, Sharp Mind’
Look
behind the scenes at the making of this polarising music video released by
Walking Pig.
Peggy O’Hearth: A Tribute
Memorable
collection
of
her best songs and covers to honour her legacy.
Regulars
Top 10 Indie Rockers of
January
Catch up on
the
latest rock
stars that blazed the charts.
Modest Mouse – Doorstep
Indie’s
gem ‘Modest Mouse’ reveal
plans for releasing a new album .
New Voices of 2016
Check
out the new budding artists who plan on making it big
Fan Reviews
This
month,
some of you have submitted insightful reviews on the recent tours by artists
such as Farquad K, Chen Bonito and Noizii.
REVIEWS
Oasis
This
jazz-infused
rock album was even praised by the likes of the critic world’s Scrooge,
Augustus Deem.
Kooks
The
Kooks cook up musical mayhem in their new album ‘Liste’.
Strokes
‘Playing
With Your Heart’
was deemed ‘controversial’ so we look at the experimental production that
went behind the music
.
Pixies
These
4 dapper gents released a new EP that glorifies youth and the wonders of life.
Blur
Their
comeback after a 2 year hiatus left us in awe, their hit album ‘Lisa Hurts (My Heart)’ has
stunned many.
Editorial letter
This months release overflows with diversified content. From interviews to reviews, behind the scene to live concerts, it has it all.
Special thanks to chief executor Jamie Perch for collaborating with us in this months release. Hear about upcoming distributions by following our twitter @TheHumMag
Happy reading from producer Mona.
And small advertisement of monthly subscription for £6
Editorial letter
This months release overflows with diversified content. From interviews to reviews, behind the scene to live concerts, it has it all.
Special thanks to chief executor Jamie Perch for collaborating with us in this months release. Hear about upcoming distributions by following our twitter @TheHumMag
Happy reading from producer Mona.
And small advertisement of monthly subscription for £6
photographs for contents page
Contents page
Organizing photographs to be taken of my model Ruta, in various locations, such as: modern nature for example on a bench with vegetation and greener seen and at a plain background to bring focus to the model.
Organizing photographs to be taken of my model Ruta, in various locations, such as: modern nature for example on a bench with vegetation and greener seen and at a plain background to bring focus to the model.
DPS conventions and experimenting with layouts
Double page spread layout ideas and planning
Conventions of a double paged spread.
-columned text
- clear font
-quote from article as header
- page numbers in corner
- one main body image
-clean layout
- simple, plain background (to be able to read text off)
- use of colour scheme
- eye catching photography
All three double paged spreads that look very similar, and use the same layout however are effective in different ways. The quotes are bold and stands out in the middle of the article, which attract the audiences's attention, therefore it would have to be memorable and encourage the audience to want to read the rest of the article.
Wednesday, 24 February 2016
double page spread text draft
Beginning of my first rough draft.
500 words.
Plan for article
-feature
-artist based
-first person
-quoted artist
-angle of story
Introduction
- high impact start
-engage reader with quote
- descriptive introduction
Main body text
- first person
-constant quotes
-flowing pace
-suitable length
-pick a style of language
Presentation
- text of image heavy?
- one page or two?
“When
you witness something like that, it changes your whole perspective.
It affects you every second from then on. You question everything.
You question yourself. How am I going to change this? How will I make
a difference?”
Actions
speak louder than words. But can words give rise to action?
The
band “TYME” reveal the inspirational odysseys that impelled them
to create their newest album with the most striking lyrics of the
year - “As long as you care”.
Music
has always been intimately intertwined with society, it has played a
important part in our mundane (or not) lives. From reflecting
diversity of attitudes in generations, to voicing powerful
unforgettable revelations, music has withstood it all.
Travelling
their world tour “TME” had one last country to visit – Hungary.
The people of Hungary have immense passion for music, it is both
part of their traditions and culture. With bands like 'The puzzle'
and 'The moog' making huge waves in the Hungarian music industry.
Indie rock has never been so acclaimed.
“It
happened so suddenly, almost overnight!” Cleo from the band says,
“we went from having 200 listeners, to 5500 fans, worldwide! with
Hungary claiming first place” The band laugh and nod in agreement
“it was almost too good to be true” Almost.
How
did it start?
“While
travelling from the cities of Budapest to Debrecen we passed through
several poorer areas of the country. It was around 'Mezoszemere' when
our bus broke down, so we decided to do some exploring whilst we
waited for our reparations. When we came over this huddle of
children, playing ball. We tried to introduce ourselves, but because
of the language barrier we got no further than a greeting. But it
wasn't necessary anymore once we started playing, they understood
completely. I don't remember when the little huddle of children
became a crowd, but there were at least 2 classrooms of kids, of all
ages playing ball with us, it was crazy! I've never seen so many
children with such energy” Rae tells us.
The
band tells us how they were surprised to see the children in the
streets during school hours, they tried to ask the children but had
difficulty with the language yet again. However, a older child
managed to explain why these children do not go school - they cannot
afford to.
“It
was a shock, I mean, you've seen these children on the adverts on TV,
you've heard about them on the radio...the children that cannot
afford to attend school. But when these children are before you and
you can see their potential and energy that they have, its different.
Its overwhelming and all you want to do is help”
What
did you decide to do after this?
“We
had to act. You see, every person has a few opportunities in their
life to accomplish something major, something important. This was our
call.” Gladys states.
“We
created our own charity” the band tell us. The charity's purpose is
to educate children, from building schools to paying for class and
having mobile tutors. The schools will provide the skills needed in
life and in the work world. By educating a child, you benefit the
community. A ripple effect.
The
band aim to raise money through selling their songs and have even
produced a whole album dedicated to the cause “We hope that through
raising enough money we can give back to the world, its done so much
for us, its only natural to give back more. All the profit from the
music that we make will go to this charity, in hopes to give the
opportunity of education to all who ask, we want to make a change,
and through music is the way to do it, we would love for our fans and
listeners to benefit the cause by buying and streaming our album to
help us, to help them.”
Monday, 22 February 2016
double page spread moodboard
Small double page spread moodboard
As an example, my front cover uses the popular layout that is used in both NME and Q, i used their layout as I felt it created impact. The background of my front cover is plain, as is seen in many known magazines.
.
Saturday, 20 February 2016
contents page conventions and first draft
Contents page layout draft 1
Conventions of a contents page.
- masthead of the magazine written on top of page
-one main image
- subsidiary images
-headlines of page index
-page index number
- colour scheme
- sectioned off columns
-promotional features
-magazine logo
What to be aware of during construction
-what are the sub images relevance?
- what are the connotations of the colours?
- is it organised?
- is it organised?
Think about
- size and place of main image
-content headings
- relevance of text
-fonts and colours
Draft 2
I have decided to stick with the colour scheme of the main image for the background colour of the contents page being; grey, black, blue and pink. The text will be in pink as it is a nice contrast to the gray and also conforms to the indie rock theme of the music magazine.
These rough drafts have very bold background colours, however these are just a rough outline and they will be faded into the background more to give a more professional presentation.
The text that i will be including in the sectioned off boxes was inspired from the rough plan that i did previously. I will be adding the text when the layout is to its best standard.
Changing of the Front cover
Changing of the Front cover
I decided after some questioning of my target audience to change the theme completely of my front cover by changing the hue to a warm tone, cropping in on the picture and adding more text around the main image. I feel like this front cover is much more professional and suited to my chosen genre of indie rock, my target audience also responded positively to my changes.
draft 1
draft 2
Draft 3
Final front cover
Draft contents page layout
Draft contents page layout
Text to include for the page index and features
- Top 10 trending Indie rockers
- upcoming world tours in London
-See the new voices of 2016
-reviews on new albums
- exclusive interview with alicia blue
- where are they now?
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