Analysis Of Photo Shoot Plan

Here is a picture of what the model looked like before the photo shoot, as we can see she looks like how I described her in my photo shoot plan. I am really happy with this as it then allowed me to take shots that I hoped to use with the makeup. The makeup followed the theme of 'ROCK' and I believe the dark eye-shadow works really well and does follow this theme. The makeup also doesnt look to heavy and works really well with the camera used. It also works really well with the bright lightening that I used to take these photos. After I had applied all of the models makeup, I didnt feel it worked as well as I had hoped it would have, so I therefore decided to apply a dark red lipstick. I am really happy with this decision as I feel it works really well with the makeup and completes the whole final look of the model. It also stands out really well meaning it will make the photo eye-catching. I then applied black nail varnish to the models nails which I am really happy about as it works really well with the whole outfit and also the make up of the model. I also applied fake eyelashes to the model as this will then make the eyes a lot more capturing but also makes the makeup look a lot more professional and complete.

In this photo we can see the models tounge piercing, I decided for the model to wearing a silver ball as this is really noticable but also follows the theme of 'ROCK'. I then also made the model wear big silver hoop earrings as I feel this made her look a lot more rocky. In this photo the model also has her hair up, I used a black scrunchie to put in her hair as this works well with the outfit chosen. 

This is a picture of the whole models outfit. I am really happy with the outfit as it works really well together but also makes the main focus point the top half of the model which is the camera shot I was going for 'medium shot' However the crop top works really well with the makeup and accessories. However the white jeans blend in slightly with the background which is annoying, but apart from that I am really happy with the whole outfit. 

This is my favourite medium shot and here the model has her hair down,  I preferred it when the model had her hair down as I believe this worked a lot better with the makeup but also looked a lot better. It also allowed me to then style her hair down in different ways but also for her to just let go and mess around with her hair. The top also stands out as it has contrasted with the black and overall makes the model stand out but makes the photo look really professional which I am happy about. 

Overall the lighting that I used to take the images was bright over head spotlights. I am really pleased with this lighting as it made my pictures look really professional and you can clearly see all the makeup and accessories on the model. 

Front Covers Overall Conclusion

Conclusion for front covers: In conclusion from analysing 3 different front covers it helped me come up with ideas that I would then use for my magazine. This meant that in my photo-shoot I used a variety of shots for example, long shots, medium shots and also close-up shots so now I have a variety of pictures to choose from for my front cover image. I have also learnt the key features for the front cover of the magazine and how to apply all of this and what works well and what doesn’t work well. For example, I am going to place my masthead at the very top of the magazine as I believe this is where it will stand out the most and all the magazine I have analysed have placed it here. However what I am not going to do Is place my central image over the masthead like the Katy Perry magazine did as this then meant that the masthead was not visible which meant it was unable to read. I am also going to make my magazine front cover quite simple but then from analysing the ;KERRANG; magazine I like how they have used a lot of sell lines and cover-lines on their magazine which I might then use on my final magazine front cover as this makes the magazine stand out and is eye-catching at the same time. But it also shows that there is a lot going on inside the magazine. I also have learnt how some of the models look directly into the camera which is effective as it could be seen as them looking directly into the readers eyes also I do like the images where they aren’t looking into the camera. I now know all the key information about what to include on my front cover of the magazine and what makes it look effective and what doesn’t work well.

Pictures From My Photoshoot

 

'The Vaccines' Double Page Spread Analysis 3

The image is a picture of a very famous band called ‘The Vaccines’ this straight away will attract people into the reading the magazine as they are a very popular band. The image has also been stretched across both the pages, I like this as it is unique and different but also the image is clear and doesn’t look squished down. The shot used is a medium shot, I like this shot as the band don’t look to far away but then they aren’t also to close to the camera. You can also see them with their guitars which also links in with the text ‘biggest guitar band of 2011’ this  is effective as it shows how much they must love their guitars. All the members are looking directly into the camera as well which could also be seen as them looking directly into the readers eyes. This could also draw the reader into reading the whole article, especially if they recognise who the band is. They also all look very innocent but also hard at the same time, especially the ones that are wearing eye-liner. The clothes they are wearing also all work really well together and they look like a proper band, the outfits also work really well with the colours on the double page spread and some of the member’s shirts also link in directly with the background. I really like this as it looks really effective and different but also professional at the same time.

The colour scheme across the whole double spread works really well as well together as none of the colours clash but it also works really well with the typography on the page. The outfits that the band are wearing also link in with the background however it almost seems that the centre model has been the one to decide what the background is because the colour of his shirt is the same. However on the left hand side of the page it seems like the paper is quite old and worn out. But bright colours have also been used on the right hand side of the page where all the typography is, the bright blue font means that it is eye-catching and will stand out on the page which will catch people’s attention. A lot of black has also been used on the page; this also stands out over the brown background but also is effective as it makes the font stand out. I like how on the left hand side of the page the main colour that has been used is brown however on the right hand side of the page where the typography is, it has been placed over a white background. I like this as it makes the double page spread look different and unique. But I also like how the image has come across onto the right hand side of the page where all the typography is sometimes placed.

There is one main headline on the right hand side of the page which is ‘THE VACCINES’  and this has been written in big bold font which makes it easily seen but also will capture the attention of the reader and also makes it obvious that the band on the left hand side of the page is ‘The Vaccines’. The headline is also easy to read as It has been placed over a white background. I also like the light blue parts on the page as this adds to the professional look of it. The light blue font also is highlighting the key parts of the magazine, meaning if someone was just having a quick flick through the magazine then they would quickly be gaining information about what is happening on the page. A quote has also been used on  the page  which has been coloured in blue, this is very easy to read and must have been written by one of the members of ‘The Vaccines’ as the members name has then been written underneath the quote. The entire font is also very easy to read as it has been written in one font which have been placed in two columns along the right hand side of the page. Both the first and second paragraph has started with an enlarged letter on the first word. I like this as it looks really professional but also stands out and is eye capturing.

Overall from this double page spread I have now learnt more information and have learnt new ideas about different features on the double page spread. I want to make my double page spread look as professional as possible and I believe from all my research I can do this. In conclusion I really like this double page spread as it is different to all the other double page spreads that I have read. It is also really clear about who the models are which I think is an advantage as some people may not recognise them but then recognise their name. I like how the font is also really easy to read and I like the light blue font as well as this makes the pages look a lot more exciting but also will capture the reader’s attention as well which is the main thing if you want them to read your article. 

Rock Double Page Spread Analysis 2

The models on the double page spread are a well known rock band. The image has been spread across both pages, I like this as it makes the image look really cool but it is also staying professional at the same time as the editor hasn’t squished the image down onto just one side of the page. You can also clearly see that the band is a rock band due to their outfits but also the makeup on the models. The shot used is a long shot, this means that we can see the whole body of the band and each person is standing in a different place but also posing differently. It also shows us their body language as well and how they are as group. They look like quite a dark band with a lot of emotions, each one of the models are also looking in different places. For example some members are looking directly at the camera which could be seen as looking directly into the readers eye would could be effective as it could grasp the readers attentions, where as some members are looking down but also in different directions. However they are all wearing black outfits which also fit in with the colours on the double page spread and doesn’t make anything clash together. I can also see the background on this image compared to other double page spreads where the backgrounds have been computer edited out meaning all you can really see is the model and then just a plain background. However I really like the image on this double page spread as you can see the background and I believe this is really effective as it is also following the theme of ‘ROCK’ But there is also another person in the background of the band which is quite confusing as I’m not sure if he is meant to be part of the band or if he is just another person in the background, the editor hasn’t really made it very clear.

A lot of typography has been used across both pages. I like this as it isn’t the typical image on one side and then text on the other side. A big bold heading has been used to make clear what the text is about but it also has a non bold header just underneath the bold font. It also has included a logo on the right hand side of the title; this could be something that is relating to the text. An album cover has also been used to start of the text; this could be a clear indication to the reader about what the actual font is all about. The font in all the paragraphs are all the same, this is good as it is very clear and easy to read. I like how the font has been placed over a black background as well and is white. This means that the text is very easy to read but also doesn’t clash with the central image at the same time. A quote has also been used on the double page spread as well, this could stand out to readers who are looking through as it also has a name underneath which means that it must be a famous celebrity. The quote is in big, white bold text which means that it is easy to see. This could be effective about putting a quote as it may interest people in going to read the whole article.

The main colours on this double page spread are white and black. These colours both work really well together as the black represents the theme of ‘ROCK’ but then the white is used for the typography which also makes the font really easy to read. The colours from the image also go really well with the background as they don’t clash but also add to the gloominess of the whole double page spread.

Overall I really like this double page spread as it looks really professional but you can also straight away tell what the theme of the magazine is as well. The typography also works really well and I have also come up with some really good ideas about what I want to include on my final double page spread. I like how the image has used a background image but also how it has been spread across two pages instead of squished onto one page. I think it looks really effective and is different to other magazines. But in conclusion I really like this magazines double page spread and I have developed more knowledge and understanding.  

'Q' Double Page Spread Analysis 1

Many people will straight away realise that the image on the left hand side of the page is Lady Gaga, this will also be why there is a massive ‘L’ on the right hand side of the page because the typography must be about her. The image is also very eye-catching, mainly because the model is a very famous celebrity which means she is also very recognisable but also because she is posing in a very seductive way which could attract readers into reading the article especially men and her outfit is also very capturing as people would never have seen anything like it which makes Lady Gaga unique and individual. Lady Gaga also makes the left hand page very eye-catching as she looks so perfect  and beautiful making females be a very large target audience as they may look up to her. The model is also looking directly into the camera which could be seen as her looking directly into the reader’s eyes. This could also help the page stand out as she is drawing the readers in to find out more about what her article is all about. The shot used is a medium close-up this means that we can see more of her body language. However I really like this shot and feel that it works really well as it is taking up the whole of the left hand side of the page; I don’t think it would have worked as well if it was a long shot. The image is only in black and white which I think is really effective as it makes the image look really classy but also makes the model look a lot more seductive. It almost makes the image look like scary as her makeup is quite dark but she also has chains wrapped around her neck however it does reflect the models individual and outgoing personality.

The colour scheme on the whole of the double page spread is grey, red and white. I believe these colours work really well together as the grey over the image makes the model look beautiful but also makes the image look very professional looking, It also works really well with the bright red ‘L’ as it makes the ‘L’ stand out and easy to read but also the readers will quickly and easily acknowledge that the ‘L’ stands for Lady Gaga. The colours are also very professional and are all very eye-capturing. The different contrasts of the grey immediately captures the readers eye to the image but then the massive enlarged ‘L’ will then capture the reader’s attention and make them want to read the whole typography about Lady Gaga.

On the right hand of the page is all the typography about ‘Lady Gaga’ as we can see there is no masthead, there is only one heading which is ‘Lady gaga’ and this has been written in a very unique way. The word ‘lady’ has been written in non capital letters where as the word ‘Gaga’ has been written in capital letters. This could have concentrations of her outgoing and individual but also very unique personality. A lot of typography has been used on the page too along with two drop capitals which has been placed in different places at the beginning of each content page. However usually these are placed at the very beginning of typography. This means that it looks odd having two on the page, although it could be stating two very important paragraphs.

Overall from analysing a double page spread I now know what a double page spread should look like and what should be included on it. I have gained new knowledge that should help me come up with my final idea of what to do for my double page spread. I really like this double page spread as it looks very professional and eye-catching. The target audience for this magazine I would say is people aged 16-30 years old. However due to the seductive image I believe that men could be a very large number of readers who buy this magazine.

'Vibe' Content Analysis 2

The central image might stand out straight away to some readers as the magazine has used a well-known celebrity ‘Kayne West’ this might also mean that kayne’s fans will buy the magazine especially because he is in it. The model is also looking directly into the camera this could also be seen as looking directly into the reader’s eyes which might also grab their attention. Most of the magazine is in grey and then the typography is in black however on the central image a bright red has been used on the heart. This could have been used to try and capture the reader’s attention in showing that the model has a lot of love for everyone or to try and win the readers over. The shot is also a long shot which means that we can see the whole body of the famous model. I like this shot as we can see his full body language, he looks really relaxed but also cool at the same time as he has his hands in his pockets but then also has someone’s arms wrapped around him touching the bright red heart. The models facial expression is also very serious this could also reflect on the whole magazine including the content inside of it which could make the reader want to read on to see why the models face is so serious.

The masthead is also very clear, the font that has been used is big and bold which means it is easily readable but also presentable at the same time. However the word ‘content’ isn’t written in the typical straight-line masthead, some letters have been placed on top of each other. This really stands out as being different and unique but also can be noticeable as being the ‘vibe’ magazine as on my other Vibe contents analysis they have used the same masthead for the content page. The masthead is also very clear and looks professional; it has been placed over a lighter background which really stands out as it doesn’t clash. The font is also completely different from the other font on the screen this means that it is clear what the masthead is and people will not get confused with the other font on the screen.

One main colour has been used for the colour scheme and this is grey, however a bright red has been used to represent the heart. This is very effective as it can show that the model has a warm heart but also love for everyone, this could immediately draw the reader into wanting to buy the magazine and read all the content inside of it. However the bright red heart also is very clear and stand out as all the other colours on the page are grey. Even the model has stuck to the grey colour rule as he is wearing a grey suite. However the grey background is also very effective as the model has been placed over the background but he is also very clear at the same time and will make the magazine stand out as he is a very recognisable celebrity. The grey colour scheme also has a variety of different colour tones for example some parts of the contents page are darker than others whereas some places are really light. This works really well as the typography has been placed over the light part of the background. This straight away means that the body text can be easily read and is clear.

The typography on the contents page is all very clear and stands out. Especially the big ‘V’ which has been placed right behind the famous model.  This stands for the title of the magazine ‘VIBE’, I like how the letter ‘V’ has been placed behind the model as it will also help the readers remember what the magazine is called. There are also a variety of fonts used on the content page, I like this as it looks really effective but also looks very unique and individual as the font used on the content page is usually always the same one. You straight away know what the paragraphs are about as the key information is highlighted in bold font and stands out on the page really well. However it doesn’t look like there is that much information on the content page which may be quite unhelpful for a reader who has brought the magazine for one specific purpose. It looks like they have concentrated too much on the central image and forgot that the page is only a contents page and not actually the main front page.

But overall I really like this contents page as it is clear and professional looking, I like how a celebrity has been used as the central image as the colour scheme works really well as it is very unique and individual. I also like how many fonts have been used on the page and it doesn’t look like a typical contents page. Overall though I feel that the target audience for this magazine would be people aged 16-25years old as it will include information about what is going on in music world. I also believe it will interest people who really love ‘Kayne West’ and want to know everything that is going on in his life. However from analysing this contents page it has helped me in developing my knowledge of what I want my final contents page to look like and what the key features are that should be included on my contents page.

Photo shoot Plan:

Theme: Rock

Model: Rosie Wallis

The clothes that the model will be wearing, is a cropped velvet black top with white jeans. I have decided to use black and white to show the contrast of the colours but because they also work really well together. . I will also be doing the models makeup for her which will follow the theme of rock however it will not look over the top it will look professional and will work well with the camera this means that I will have to apply a lot for it to stand out. The models hair will be down however I will try different types of hairstyles for example I will try shots with half her hair up and then with all of her hair down and then see which one I prefer but also what works best with the camera. I will then paint the models nails black as this follows the theme of rock and she will be wearing a silver ball as her tounge piercing. 

I will be using a variety of different shots but the main shot I will be using is the medium shot as you will be able to see half the body of model which means you can see her mood but also the background behind her. Although I will also use a close up shot as this will really show the emotions of the model. For the background I am just going to use a plain white background as this then means that the model will be the main focus point on the picture. 

My photo shoot will be taking place on Wednesday 12^th November at 4pm-6pm as there will be a range of different lighting which I can use and then see which one will work best. The location of the photoshoot will be at my house where the model will stand infront of a plain white wall. 

'Blend' Content Page Analysis 2

The central image is very recognisable as the model is a very famous celebrity ‘Katy Perry’ this straight away will make the content page stand out as the image is very eye-catching and unique. The picture is also quite unusual as the model is holding a mushroom in her hand, however due to the fact it is on a white background the central image stands out and the mushroom does look quite effective, it could also reflect on the whole magazine as being quite quirky and fun. It also means that the image doesn’t clash with the text as they both work really well together, especially as one of main points on the typography says ‘Katy Perry’ which links directly to the central image. The shot used on the model is a long shot; this means that we can see the whole body of the model. I personally think this shot works really well, especially the comparison between the height and width of the mushroom in comparison to Katy Perry. There is also only one image on the page, personally I believe this works really well as this will then be the main focus of the reader’s attention. It also looks really professional and not over crowded, the model is also looking directly into the camera which could also be viewed as her looking directly into the reader’s eye. Personally I believe that this looks really effective and professional. The colours of the model also work really well together, especially as some of them are bright whereas the others are the same colour as the background. This immediately draws the reader straight to the model and makes her the main focus point on the page.

The masthead also stands out on the content page as it is clear and bold. The colour of the font also works really well as it is black and has been placed over a white background. The type of font also links in with the quirkiness of the central image and people will immediately know what the page is all about as the masthead is clear and presentable and in the typical place at the top centre. The font Is also completely different to all the other fonts on the page and I like how the font has been placed behind the mushroom it looks really effective and it stands out.

The colours on the magazine also stand out and work well together, especially how not that many colours have actually been used meaning that where there are bright colours on the central image this is very eye-catching. The colours also make the content page look very professional looking and make the model stand out. The colour of the font also works well together as it is black, this means that it is straight away easy to read and doesn’t clash with anything else on the screen. I also like how all the main typography is on the right hand side of the page but then also has the key information in bold above the smaller body text. This could be really effective as if someone was just skimming through the magazine they would quickly be able to learn what information was inside the magazine. We also learn from the magazine that it is a music magazine as all the bold fonts are different well known music artists. A quote has also been used just below the mushroom of the central image. This could capture the attention of people as it is giving a small preview of what the actual article is all about.  It also stands out and makes it look like a key point as this is the only quote on the page. It is also in a different font which adds to the professional look of the magazine.  

Overall I really like this content page, I love how the editor has used the minimum amount on the page but still makes it look eye-catching and professional. I believe the target market for this magazine would be people aged 16-30 because the magazine has a lot to offer inside of it including all the latest gossip about different celebrities. It would also interest people who listen to pop music. This content page has also helped me in developing my knowledge about content pages and helped me come up with new, different ideas about how I want my final content page to look. My favourite part of the content page has to be the colours and the central image. Especially how elegant Katy Perry looks, I also love the colours used on the central image. 

'Vibe' Content Page Analysis 1

The central image Is the main focus on this content page as it immediately jumps out at the reader giving the sense of elegance and class. This could then also reflect on the whole magazine. The photographer has used a long shot as we can see her whole body however the angle that she is sat at is very unusual and different from the typical content page. The way the model is holding herself portrays her as being classy. The lighting on the model also draws the reader straight to her especially her legs, as different shades have been used in certain places for example it is really bright in some places and then gets really dark, she has also been placed over a light background which I think works really well as it makes her stand out on the page. I like how at the top of the page the background is black and it then gradually becomes lighter and lighter.  The model is also looking directly into the camera which I think is really effective as it gives the sense that the model is looking directly into the reader’s eyes. The image has also been placed so that it will work with the typography that will be placed on the content page, as we can see the models legs are almost wrapped around the text. The model could also be described as the word ‘Perfection’ as she has a beautiful figure and all have makeup is done outstandingly which makes her look very elegant, even though her clothing is quite revealing this could be what captures people into buying the magazine if they were to have a flick through. The target audience for this magazine could be either men or women as I believe she draws in both. Men due to her beauty and seductive pose and then Women who aspire t be like her.

The masthead on the magazine also stands out but it is also very different and unique. It isn’t the typical masthead that is placed in a straight-line, I like how the letters are placed underneath each other and on different rows. The font is also in big bold font and has also been placed over a black background which looks fantastic as it is very eye-catching meaning it will draw in the readers.  It is also very clear to read which is important and I like how the colour of the font doesn’t clash with the background colour. It works really well as the colour of the font is white meaning it is practically jumping out at you.

The font of the content page works really well as it links in with the masthead and central image and doesn’t ruin the professional, elegant look of the magazine. Many different fonts have been used on the page however I believe it actually works really well and doesn’t clash with any of the other features on the page. The words ‘features’ and ‘fashion’ have been used in a big clear font compared to the main body text on the page. This straight away is telling the reader the main information in the paragraph below it. The font is also in a completely different font to the other fonts on the page; I believe this makes the magazine look even more elegant. Although one of my favourite parts about this content page is how a variety of fonts have been used, some in bold and some in capital letters. Usually I wouldn’t say this works however because of the background and the central image I believe this works really well and looks very effective and unique.

In conclusion I love this content page as it is very classy and elegant. My favourite part of it has to be the central image as the model is just so beautiful and in my eyes perfect. It has really taught me that overall the most important part of the content page is the central image. Otherwise I believe if the central image was dull and boring then it wouldn’t interest people and people would just skip the page which me and they wouldn’t know what was going on inside the magazine. I also love the how the word ‘CONTENT’ has been presented as I have never seen anything like it before. However this content page has really inspired in coming up with different ideas for my final contents page.