codes and conventions double page spreads
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Codes and Conventions
Double-Page Spreads
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Article Writer’s Name
This is also known as the byline. This is used to show who wrote the article/interview.
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Masthead
This is at the top of the double page and would be the name of the band/artist the article or interview is about.
Largest piece of writing on the page.
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Introduction to article/interview
This is called a ‘stand first’. This gives a brief introduction as to who the band or artist is and what
the article/interview will be about.
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Image(s)
Usually 1 image used of band/artist. Direct address isn’t always used. The main image is relevant to the article.
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Font
Largest font is for the masthead. Text for main body is small and very simplistic.
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Quotes
These are taken from the main text to intrigue the reader to want to read the article.
Usually have specific meaning to band/artist or the meaning of the article.
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Layout Design
Usually 3-4 columns. Text based around the main image on the pages. Main image takes up large portion of the double page.
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Text
Masthead- largest piece of text on the page. Main body text- placed around or to the side of the main image. Main body text- small and simple.
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Mise-en-scene
Matches the genre of magazine e.g. colour scheme, facial expressions on the main image.
Rock-more black colour used and serious facial expressions. Pop-lighter colour and more happy expressions for the main image.
Crime- typical of rap music- spray paint.
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Colour Scheme
Matches genre of magazine- rock would use more darker colours. Background is more simplistic and primarily uses a singular block
colour.
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Banners
At the top of the double page spread. Name of artist/band can be put in the banner so it stands out on the
page- different colour to background.