In what ways does your media product use, develop or challenge forms and conventions of real media products?

Front cover When I created my magazine front cover I used a number of codes and convention that are typically used in magazines. My magazine features a large photograph of a model, this is similar to the front cover of Q. The images draw attention and often make eye contact with the audience. The cover lines on magazines usually sit on the edges of the cover. I have used this convention myself, however I have not featured many cover lines as I wanted to keep my magazine cover simple and draw attention to the photography. The artists name is usually presented in a large bold font that stands out from the rest. It is common for models to appear in front of the mast head this gives the magazine a professional look, this is why I have tried to copy this convention. A barcode always appear of the front of a music magazine, this indicates how much the magazine cost, this is why I have included this feature on my front cover. I have also included a URL, as all magazines have a website. I chose to use these codes and conventions as I believed these were what made my cover look real and professional.

Contents page I have stuck to a simple layout for my

contents page which is very similar to the style of Q magazines contents page. I have generally followed the codes and conventions as I wanted to achieve a style that was minimalist so the attention was drawn to the photography. Even though the contents is simple it still gives the sufficient information needed to find the right page in the magazine.

I have used page numbers which I have made bold so they are clear and stand out on the page. This is typical of magazine contents pages. I have also have a section on the page (ANARCHY REVIEW) these are topics which are covered in every issue of the magazine. This is also a code which many magazines follow, the audience becomes familiar with the layout of the magazine because of this. I have featured pictures on the contents page which can be related to the articles inside the issue.

Double Page Spread I used the classic codes and conventions whilst creating my double page spread. I wanted to create an article that was visually interesting rather than something that took ages to read. Half of the spread with taken up with a large photograph as I wanted readers to be drawn to the article. On the right hand side of the spread I featured a small interview with a well known artist. I set the interview up in a Q&A format so it was quick and easy for the audience to read. I also featured a smaller photo next to the interview. I picked out quotes from the interview and highlighted them to appeal the audience.