Evaluation

Question 7

7.Looking back at your preliminary task, what do you feel you have learnt in the progression from

it to the full product?Reflecting back on the task, I can say that I have been able to work independently and carry out effective research and planning, as well as improving skills such as organisation and time keeping. As an individual I contributed to my own research by buying a copy of Kerrang! magazine and also annotating the cover page, contents page and double page spread. Additionally, I think that one aspect of this course which benefited me was the Photoshoot day. This enabled me to become familiar with the professional SLR camera and due to my research on camera shots and angles, I was able to take into consideration the specific type of shots I had to take for my magazine, such as the rule of thirds. Also, I have felt that I have been able to recognise how I have improved my analytical skills in regards to the codes and conventions of magazines. For example, I have documented on this blog where I have reviewed any work that I have done and made sure to go back over it and make additional improvements. Therefore I have learnt that criticising my own work and constantly making improvements is the key to making a successful media product.