magazine evaluation

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MAGAZINE

mojo contents page analysis

The contents page of 'MOJO' magazine is titled 'MOJO' rather then contents, showing that they are being unique and want to bring out the importance of the name of the magazine to make it rememberable to all readers, as it is also very bold and large. The fact that is isn't titled 'contents' is not a disadvantage as readers are able to make out its a contents page due to the page having the conventions of one, for instance the page numbers.

Under each sub-title is a description of what will be featured in the article. This is very helpful for the readers as they will be more aware of what pages will interest them. However readers prefer images over text as its more visually friendly and attractive, as a result 'MOJO' magazine uses images to give more of an insight into the magazine and this is easier for some readers. Lack of text is also positive as it doesn't give to much away, causing the reader to be curious and want to read more. The arrangement of the images looks as though its done very effortlessly (collage), also causing the audience to be relaxed and cool. The page numbers and text relating to the image is placed with the image which helps the audience as everything is made clear obvious to the reader. The ratio of text compared to images is mostly text, this shows the magazine is more informative. The black and white image indicates the magazine is sleek but also 'old school' and therefore appeals to an audience of a variety of ages.

The layout of the contents is almost like a list, as it is small and places at a slant, which is informal and gives the audience feel more comfortable and relaxed.

All the typical features of a magazine contents page are made clear to an audience, so that the audience understand how to clearly use and enjoy using the magazine. for instance, the page numbers along the left are in bold, to make it more clear for the reader to navigate around the magazine.

rap up magazine analysis

The magazine 'RAP-UP' is based on the hip hop and rap music industry. The magazine’s target audience is aimed at young teenagers and over. This is shown by the simplicity of the front cover because there are not many straplines so its not complex but also through the use of bright colours, which attracts a young audience.

However it can also be argues that the This magazine limits itself due to the lack of details and straplines as this is conventional of magazines, on the other hand this may cause the audience to be more curious and want to buy the magazine. The magazine’s masthead is in capitals and is big, bold and black, which stands out so it grabs the audiences attention so they remember the magazines name. The use of black also compliments the sliver and white colours used. The 'U' has an arrow that is facing up due the word 'up.' The three music artists on the front cover are presented all as unique as they are all wearing different clothes, and their names are different colours, and reveals the magazine is aimed at a wide audience that consist of many different people. 
The strapline ‘’stop & stare’’ is capitals, black and larger than the other straplines and its importance is conveyed through the posture of the artist on the front cover as they are putting the hands out, which is an indication to stop. And this is unudual and grab the audiences attention and makes them 'stop & stare.' The artists are also smiling and hence making the magazine more approachable and portrays the magazine is

 The magazine is clear about what issue it is, ‘’SUMMER’’ being in pink showing what term this magazine was released, and the year below in black. At the Top above the magazine’s name and in the right hand corner there are numerous artists’ names which will tell the audience that these people are included inside the magazine. The three artists at the front dominate the magazine, and their positioning is very similar e.g. the hand positioning facing forward. The magazine lacks any pricing, barcode or website on the front of the magazine; this is quite peculiar because most magazines have them. The magazine has vibrant colours which are moulded with black, quite an unusual theme.

double page spread analysis 2

This double page spread of Lily Allen, a successful pop star targets an audience that is interested in the struggles Lilly Allen encounters, which may cause a lot of 'drama' in the media therefore people want to know more about her or they may be able to relate to her struggles. It also targets an audience that is interested in her music who may be teenagers or middle aged women. The language used is more informal than formal, consequently giving a more needed layed back tone as the topic is serious. Males may not be very interested her as she doesn't make much of an effort to me sexually attractive, but may also feel that her body language is intimidating and also the fact that she is dressed very masculine may make boys feel she is taking their identity.
The image of the head line is informal, as it is cluttered this may attract audience as they feel  and more relaxed and able to relate, although this is unconventional. The audience may also be attracted to the article as readers naturally look to the left of the page where the main text is place (quotes), which gives an insight to what the article is about. The headline may also target the audience as they can relate to Lilly Allen and her views. also the article is very small which is unconventional but attracts the audience as less righting is better as it isn' t visually attractive and usually boring
Lily Allen’s name is also surrounding text. The background is white which shows innocence, but also may show that it's a blank canvas and she is letting her feeling out. Lily Allen's name  is in red so it stands out to show the article is about her. The colour red connotes anger and as a result Lilly Allen letting out her anger or views in this interview.

The picture of Lily Allen covers the whole of the right hand side of the page, showing that she is of great importance and is 'up front' both metaphorically and literally. Lily Allen's clothes also match the colour scheme of the article, her tartan shirt shows masculinity, portraying her as powerful and out-going. She's stood with her hands on her hips, suggest her confidence as she also has direct eye contact, however her wrists are pointing up to show the reader her tattoo emphasising she is rebellious.