double page deconstruction

The way the interview is layed out is as if you are there with MCR on stage, which makes the reader feel more involved and makes the image more life like. The various images allow you to see all the band members in MCR. The colour scheme makes the image seem more dramatic and professional due to them being in black and white. Th black and white theme helps the red text to stand out which draws the readers attention.

The continued use of the newspaper cut out style helps to engage the reader as it is the same style used in the front cover. The use of the quotation as the caption draws the reader in as it creates the 'breaking news' effect again and it makes the reader want to find out more. The way Lily is leaning in towards the camera makes her appear as if she is comming out of the magazine, this draws the reader in and makes them feel involved as the image appears life like. The way the columns are set out is in a newspaper style which fits in with the newspaper theme.

The image used is a powerful image, her body language suggest that she is confident and the way she is posed invites you in which engages the reader, which helps the image appear life like rather than flat. The clothing helps to reinforce the caption 'Wild Child' as the bleach blonde hair, thick eyeliner, wearing a choker and a biker jacket all help to reinforce the idea of her being 'wild' as this would be a typical way for a teenager to rebel, against the norm. The way the paragraphs are set out makes it easy to read and is clear to distinguish between the questions and answers due to using diffrent colours. The colour scheme of the page helps to reinforce the idea of a 'wild child'. The font wild is a playful font which sets the scene for the style of interview. The paragraph underneith the caption helps to introduce the interview and is commonly used on double page spreads. This is something i will use on my double page spread along with the different colours for questions and answersto make it easier for the reader to distinguish. 

content page deconstruction

The colour scheme of Q has been continued, which shows the house style and makes the magazine look professional. The features are clear to read and there isnt any dead space. The image helps to break up the text and draws your attention to it, which makes the page easier in the eye, which will make the reader more likely to want to buy the magazine. In Q the column is kept the same in every issue which helps reinforce the house style. The layout of the column is easy to read and is not to cramped which makes it more appealing to the reader. Q review offers the reader an insentive to read on as it gives them a taster of what is in the magazine.

The message from the editor in the top left makes the magazine seem more personal as the editor is personally addressing their fans, which makes the reader feel more involved. The use of the quotation in the top right corner gives the reader a taster of one of the featured interviews, which makes them want to read on. The use of the images helps to break up the page without making the page appear crowded. The colour scheme of Kerrang! has continued into the contents page, which creates a house style and makes the image seem more professional.

The main image of the drummer overtakes the rest of the page as it demands the readers attention, which draws away from the different bands featured in the magazine. The list of features should stand out more and be easier to read. The images used in the top right corner are difficult to see clearly due to the dot effect used over the top of the image. The images in the top should be enlarged, with the main image slightly reduces to make the features stand out more.

front cover deconstruction

The image on this special edition of 'Q' is very controversial, as it is a heavily pregnant woman doing a 'sexy' pose sucking on a lolly pop in a bikini. Which for many women may cause outrage, as many people would find this image inapropriate. On the other hand some women may find this image liberating as it is saying you can still be sexy when your pregnant. This image also suggests that Britney is proud of her baby bump and wants to show it off regardless of the controversy it may cause. The masthed 'Q' stands out and is easily recognizable as it is always the same colour and in the same position. The use of the white background compliments the image as it makes the skin seem as if its 'glowing'. The use of black text on a white background, makes the text stand out. However listing the 20 interviews makes the magazine appear cramped and makes it difficult to read. The use of the gold border helps to reinstate the idea that this is a '20th anniversary special' as the colour gold is commonly used for anniversaries.  

The masthed is always in the same place and in the same colour scheme which makes this magazine easily recognizable. The image used is a powerful image as Lily's eyes are drawing you into the magazine. The body language suggests that she has an 'i don't care what you think' king of attitude. The way the image over takes the masthed slightly makes the image appear 3D and realistic rather than flat, this also helps to draw the reader in as it makes the magazine stand out. The way the sell line 'Lilly Allen Takes on The World' is presented makes it stand out as it looks like it has been cut out of a newspaper which makes it appear as if it is 'breaking news', which it draws you in as it is not commonly seen on a music magazine. The use of the quotation 'I cant keep on living like this, it's doing my head in' makes you want to read the interview to find out what Lily is talking about. The colour used fits in with the image as Lily is wearing a red tartain top, which fits in with the colour scheme which is prodominantly red. Rd and yellow are contrasting colours so, it draws your attention to the sell lines. The small images help to anchor the text and help to seperate the different sell lines.

The colour scheme of this issue of NME stands out as the colours are vibrant and draw you in. The colour pallet that they have used works well and complements each other. It also fits in well with the 'America' theme as the colours on the american flag are blue, red and white, which is the colour scheme. The main image is a simple but strong image, the image fits in with sell line 'Bands making America cool again' as the body language shows confidence and the fact that they are wearing glasses reinforces the idea of 'cool'. The pose of pulling down his sunglasses slightly so you can see his eyes, makes it look as if he is drawing you into the magazine and makes the image appear 3D rather than flat. The other sell lines stand out but not enough to draw your attention away from the main image, the smaller images used help to anchor the text, because if there was only text it would make the magazine appear cramped and draw your attention away from the magazine all together. The masthed is always in the same place and in the same colour scheme whic makes this magazine easily recognisable.