Codes and Conventions of a Magazine Double

Page Spread

One main image: sometimes can take up one page of the DPS, it can also take up the whole two pages and the text will then be placed over image.

All images will be striking to grab the readers attention.

The headline is the largest text on the page and will often ‘bleed’ across the page divide.

Headline is usually a commonly used pun from the singer/band. It will also be one line.

The headline will not tell the reader what the article is about, it is striking to grab the audiences attention.

Smaller side images brake the text up. These will make the article more attractive for the reader to read.

The stand first is the introduction to the article. - Explains what the article

is about.- Name of artist/band will

be bold or a different colour to stand out from the rest of the text.

- Always positioned underneath the headline.

Drop capital is often used at the start of the article so the reader will know where to start.- Other techniques are also used e.g. capitals, bold or different colour on the first few words or first line.

Breaking up the page of text by inserting quotes or pictures will make the article more attractive to the reader.

Direct address from the band/singer.

Layout is in columns, usually 3-4 columns per page.- Layout link the two page together to create a coherent DPS.

There is a simple and consistent colour scheme used throughout the article.

The article will be informal and personality of the journalist should come through to the reader.

The first paragraph to the article is the most important as it must grab the readers attention immediately.

First person is often used.