Representation of People in my Magazine

High-key lighting promotes summer setting, and references ethnic

background of high-temperature countries.

Typography references the all black costume, and personality of the

artist as a ‘dark person’. The use of juxtaposition insinuates clever

wordplay, a feature used extensively by rappers in their lyrics.

The setting is urban and connotes masculinity and grittiness, features of

the artist on show.

The medium close-up focuses on body language and expression with

clarity. His mean, engaged facial expression connotes aggression (mouth

open and teeth shown) and retains masculine qualities in its animalistic

vibe.

Use of Ebonics in the puff: ‘Whip Bumping’, represents Hip-Hop culture

and terms used by artists in the genre.

Low angle shot connotes power and dominance, especially due to the

fact that the artist is being compared in height to the structure behind.

The vertical layout of the page also reinforces this.

Masculine colours (red, black and white) are utilised, while the white,

smart dress shirt connotes wealth, class and fashion

conscientiousness.Connotation of wealth is thus bolstered by the

appearance of the chain being held by the artist.

Headline of the contents page: ‘Big-League’ intended to be paired with

‘Little-League’ on the following page. This is to show the wittiness of the

artists in regard to wordplay, while also highlighting which features are

most important, with ‘Big-League’ being most.

The pull quote displays how self-glorifying the artist from the front cover

is, connoting confidence and his egotistical nature that mirages real Hip

Hop artists such as Kanye West.

College-esque typography connotes being young, free, educated and

focused.

Use of masculine, aggressive colours connoting male-orientated music.

The vivid red and gold colouring signifies danger and wealth.

Bold, college-styled font connotes knowledge, masculinity, and a young

age, belying the artist.

Black and red costume signifies intimidation, warning and danger.

Combined with the chain and hat, it infers an urban, street lifestyle that

rappers live.

Microphone references passion in regard to music and the dedication

the artist has to his genre.

The pull quotes retain connotations of ambition and self-glorification.

The off-white background is intended to be quite urban and gritty,

reflecting on the artist’s music itself.