Double Page Spread

My Double Page Spread includes:
• A clear heading
• Main body of text
• Clearly depicted questions
• A pull quote from the article itself
• Two main images
• A similar/relevant colour scheme

My double page spread was the final build to the magazine and it was definitely the hardest challenge. At first I was overcomplicating it trying to make it too fancy. Things were not fitting together so instead I decided to go for the simple approach. The pages are split up so you can see very clearly where the details are and can really see what is said on the interview. You can also view a close up on the grime artist split apart. A reason for this is that on existing magazines the grime artist covers a lot of the magazine, to be the figure head of the magazine to emphasise the stamp the grime artist is making on the grime scene.

The colour scheme isn't bright and bold like my cover which was intended as the focus should be on the grime artist. The blend between the font, background and colours fits in well with the main image as it almost pushes forward the main image more to the reader to make it eye-catching. Wanted the font to be out shadowed by other aspects of the magazine.

All these elements are very similar to a popular magazine and these all pull together to form a respectable collection of magazine pages using all regular conventions of a media magazine product that both speak and appeal to the target audience and convey the genre of UK grime and rap.

Evaluation: Looking back at my preliminary task, what do i feel ive learnt from it to the final product

7. Looking back at my preliminary task, what do I feel I've learnt from it to the final product?

Overall looking at my preliminary and my finished magazine. I think I have mainly learnt how to give my magazine cover a more genuine and lively feel by using different tools exploiting the "Canva" program to its good uses, and distilling on every , like choosing fonts that sync well together and a colour scheme that suits my genre and speaks to my target audience which is teens  I would also say I have improved on the visuals and my cover photo from my preliminary task, I took a lot more care selecting and editing a photo which would convey the message of my magazine whilst also giving a clear sketch of my genre.

Preliminary and Magazine

Evaluation: What have i learnt about the technologies from the process of constructing this product

6. What have I learnt about the technologies from the process of constructing this product?

During the time I have taken producing my coursework and ultimately creating my magazine, I have used a variety of technologies, computer software's and programmes, and also props and equipment. They have all aided the production process of my magazine and over time I have required new knowledge and skill I previously was unaware of.

I dominantly used blogger to post the entirety of my coursework. I have used blogger very briefly before but I did not realise how useful it was back then. It is very easy and quick to understand although at first I found transferring work from other places slightly difficult at first but as time went along and the more I used it blogger became almost second nature. The site is extremely effective. It look simple but in actual fact it is very efficient and advanced for what it is.


Canva was another programme I used during my coursework, I first used it for my preliminary task and later used it to piece together my final product. This was a whole new experience and at first I wasn't too keen on the site but gradually improving saw me use the site for my magazine. Canva took a little bit longer to adjust to than Blogger but I got there in the end. I don't think I have fully encountered and used Canva to its maximum potential, maybe down the line I will see what the website can really do. For now it has done the job for me.

Evaluation: What kind of media instituion might distribute my media product and why

5. What kind of media institution might distribute my media product and why?

media institution is an established, often-profit based organization, that deal in the creation and distribution of advertising, entertainment and information services. Bauer and Time Inc. Both are arguably the biggest publishers in the industry, to pick one is a tough one to call. As a result I have analysed both industries. Bauer are know to be publishing to mass audiences and have produced magazines such as Kerrang whereas Time Inc. produce magazines that are of a lesser scale but still accountable for producing the NME since grime is more on the lesser scale market it would be sensible to choose Time Inc. My genre is noted as an underdog in the music industry even though grimes popularity is growing at a quick rate and soon to become a worldwide stage. Although Bauer have a range of magazines and my magazine would add to that range they very rarely deal with smaller sized magazines. On the other hand Time Inc. give a platform for lesser known magazines to thrive upon. The closest example to my magazine would be Vibe the hip hop magazine.
I think my product will satisfy though who are fed up of mainstream and trendy magazines and offer a fresh outlook and style we so desperately need.

To conclude I would pick Time Inc. as they have a lot of experience in handling magazines like mine and would help me become a sought after magazine. To become a very famous magazine publisher.

Penumbra Effect

Penumbra Effect
The penumbra effect is basically an individual or group of individuals buy your product even though they do not fit your target audience. As the grime genre is an ever expanding and growing genre in this modern day, with more and more listeners daily I have prepared for this effect as to reduce cause of discrimination against any social groups or demographics. My magazine is targeted at a smaller audience then many other products as to give it a more personal and less saturated feel, so for the penumbra effect to take place is unlikely however it could happen, as history of rap has taught us, anyone can get into the music and it speaks to everyone.

Evaluation: How do i attract/attract my audience

4. How do I attract/attract my audience?

The way I will attract my audience is through exhilarating stories and the latest news on their favourite MC's. The magazine is a way of escaping reality and immersing with their favourite artists. Almost a chance to speak and listen to the artists. to keep up with their lives and what the future holds for the artists as in live shows, albums releasing or even gang life which is very common to be part of artist's life especially upcoming ones as they feel its the only way to make a living but music also is an escape from harsh reality and allows them to speak what they desire. My audience will be able to realise that there are more MC's that tell stories through their music, tell you an important message in life, the politics in the world or purely down to the fact of pleasure. This will all attract the audience as it would be authentic and they can live every moment with their heroes. The interview draws the readers in as they want to know what she/he said.