Textual Analysis - Double Page Spread 2

2. Rock Magazine

There are two main columns referring to the story and then on the right hand side there is a separate column with extra information. This makes it easier for the reader to read. There is more image than text; this is to attract the reader. Your eye is drawn to the main picture because it relates to the story and also helps the reader understand who the band is. The colour template is white with bits of red, these are welcoming colours to keep the reader interested. The mode of address is informal to make the reader feel relaxed and casual. The story is about a band and how it became famous. The pictures are mid-shots and depict the band performing at a gig. The pre-dominant image is the background which shows one of the band members playing the bass guitar at a gig. It also shows the target audience at the gig. The target audience for this article are people who like rock music. I can tell who the target audience is because the writing is informal, the pictures contain the genre of music and the colours represent its identity. Overall, this double page spread shows the target audience well and contains an interesting story for the reader.

Double Page Spread Feedback

People said that my double page spread looked good because of it's interesting interview. They also said that it was big and bold which attracted them to read the information. On the other hand, some said there wasn't enough story to make them understand who the band are. But, all in all, people agreed that it looked brilliant and that the interview was an interesting read.

Evaluation: Question 7 - Double Page Spread

Evaluation: Question 7 - Contents Page

Evaluation: Question 7 - Front Cover

Contents Page Feedback

People said that the contents page looked good because of the bold colours and it looks like it would appeal to my demographic. They also said that they could easily see what the magazine contained. Although, they did say the columns looked a little messy but others said it still looks professionally.

Evaluation: Conclusion

Conclusion

In conclusion Rock Portal appeals to my demographic well because of it’s darkened colours and informal language. It is also draws the reader in well because the photos connote that the magazine is “cool” by having the male staring away and the female looking towards the camera. This shows that the band is looking ahead in their future but also looking at their fans for support throughout their career. On the other hand there are a few adjustments that could be made, for example, the contents on the contents page is almost all in one section, when looking at other magazine it is noticeable that the contents is in sections with titles like “Regulars” and “Specials”. This would have made the page look more interesting. But all in all,  the magazine was successful because of it’s quality and it’s attractiveness.