Wednesday 25 January 2012

Double Page Spread Layout

Here are two examples that Kerri and I liked due to the originality with the pictures/background.

NME: colour scheme black,white and red

The headline of this double page spread is a quote from the text from Lily Allen's interview which draws the reader in. The image of Lily Allen is very large and striking and direct address draws the readers in and captures their attention.

The article is split into 4 columns which is started by a drop capital which lets the reader know where to start reading. The article is aimed at teenagers as it is from the magazine NME. The stand first tells the reader what the article is about and the by-line tells us the journalist and photographer.


RWD MAGAZINE: colour scheme, yellow,white  and black

Code and Conventions of a double page spread:

  • One large image - usually direct address
  • Large quotes - on pictures / in headline / to break up text
  • Drop capital and bold text - shows reader where to start reading
  • Byline - gives credit to journalist / photographer
  • Large headline 
  • Simple colour scheme - magazine's colours 
  • Easy to read font
  • Stand first - introduces the article, positioned under the headline
  • Strap line - very top, including subject matter
  • Personality of journalist comes through - informal