DPS improvements

A few friends looked at my work so far and suggested that I position my text more equally and to add more colour. I added text below the smaller images to advertise the magazine's website, this encourages the audience to interact and get involved which is suitable due to the age demographic who frequently use technology on a daily basis stereotypically. This persuades readers to look at a particular media format on a more modern, advanced platform. The use of convergent media further promotes the artist whilst giving fans the opportunity to find out more about her.

After further feedback I tried to improve my DPS, I feel that the second attempt is far more successful as the images are now more varied (and larger). I decreased the size of the left hand picture so it appeared to be more in proportion with the other page. Also small details such as the 'R' and the masthead in the top right hand corner now look more inconspicuous thus more natural.

Evaluation - question 1

Introduction to evaluation

I have now finished constructing my music magazine, 'Vibes'. It is a magazine that follows conventions of the indie/alternative genre, targeted at an audience consisting of young adults of both genders with the age demographic of 16 - 20.
I chose this particular genre because it is my personal favourite and I feel as though if the magazine did exist I would belong to it's specific target group. Therefore I could be considered as knowledgeable about what features the reader would find appealing. The project began with researching codes and conventions of successful, current magazines of varied genres. This helped me to understand what makes a music magazine and what elements determines it's genre, the research period gave me ideas of which brands could influence my work. I am content with all final products, however there are always areas of improvements to be made - through answering seven questions I will produce a detailed evaluation of my work so far.